interview experience
marie15 - 09-28-06 02:20

i guess having a brother who has gone through the application, interview, match (unmatch), scramble, and residency, i have someone to ask when i'm feeling overwhelmed, confused, or both.

with interview season, coming along, he shares his wisdom of interviews with me, which i will share now. his interview season started kinda late since he applied late. he shares with me his interview experience as well as his experience with interviewing applicants to residency programs.

1. always be nice to the program coordinator. these are the people that first screens the applications. many PDs also asks their opinion in regards to how the applicant presented himself or herself.

2. Ask questions. Noquestions=not interested. But do not ask stupid questions. Inquire about the curriculum, the balance of work and personal life, the facilities, outside rotations, etc. Do not ask about benefits. At least, do not put too much emphasis on the benefits, vacations, and compensation. It is the curriculum/training that you should be most interested about.

3. Always have a pen ready. Not just any pen, but a nice one. it is not very impressive to have to take out a pen that looks like it was given away in a pharmaceutical lecture or promotion.

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