ACMedical's FutureDocs

ACMedical's FutureDocs

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ACMedical's FutureDocs episodes

  • Episode 30: Using Public Resources to Strengthen Your Application

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    When it comes to navigating the countless public resources available for ERAS applications, it can be overwhelming. How can you tell which is necessary, what is helpful and how to proceed? Join Dr. Mizani and Cody Phan for this FutureDocs Podcast episode as we explore credible sources such as the nrmp.org, residencyexplorer.org, and more as you look ahead to this 2022 NRMP Main Match cycle. These two sources in particular come with an abundance of tools that we cover in-depth in today’s episode!

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    9 min
  • Episode 29: Impact of Step 1 Pass/Fail: International Medical Graduates

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    In the second part of this two-part podcast episode series, Episode 29 discusses the impact of Step 1 Pass/Fail changes on International Medical Graduates. It is no secret this change will be impactful to all applicants, but its effects on International Medical Graduates can not be easily measured. Understand what steps to take to prepare for the upcoming USMLE Step 1 changes starting January 1, 2022, as Dr. Mizani shares his insight on how to best navigate this change. 

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    17 min
  • Episode 28: Impact of Step 1 Pass/Fail: U.S. Medical Seniors

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    As a two-part podcast episode series, Episode 28 discusses the impact of Step 1 Pass/Fail changes on U.S. Medical Seniors specifically. For our U.S. Medical Senior FutureDocs, understanding what the USMLE changes imply to one's overall NRMP Main Match application will allow you to better succeed. Starting January 1, 2022, the changes will take effect, and in this episode, Dr. Mizani explains the many other important facets of your application to keep in mind according to the NRMP Program Director Survey in response to these upcoming changes.

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    11 min
  • Episode 27: Clinical Rotations During Bottleneck Season!

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    It is now late July meaning that we are 2 months away from the September - 2022 NRMP Main Match deadline. We warned earlier in the year, in previous podcast episodes of avoiding the bottleneck for earning Letters of Recommendation (LORs). How you navigate the remaining time in securing clinical experiences and strong LORs thereafter matters. In this episode, Dr. Pedram Mizani and Cody Phan explain what to do now during the 'bottleneck' season leading up to the September 29th date.


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    10 min
  • Episode 26: Personal Statement: How To’s For Residency

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    The personal statement is one of the most integral aspects of the NRMP Main Match application. As cited by the NRMP Program Director survey, the personal statement is in the top 5 factors when considering offering a residency interview. With such a weighted document, illustrating your medical brand, understanding what is needed in a personal statement and how to best capture the reader's attention, matters. In this episode, Dr. Mizani and Cody Phan discuss the must-haves and the do NOT haves when constructing a memorable personal statement.

    For a deeper discussion, we will be uploading an 8 part series on the Residency Personal Statement to our YouTube channel.

    Have questions? Contact us at [email protected]

    11 min
  • Episode 25: ERAS Pearls of Wisdom

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    Every year, every cycle we here at ACMedical see the common pitfalls and red flags in the applicants looking to apply for the NRMP Main Match. As heavily discussed as these issues are and experienced we have been, no one was prepared for the changes and everlasting effects the COVID-19 pandemic would cause to the journey toward becoming a licensed physician. In today's episode, Dr. Mizani shares the Pearls of Wisdom he has gathered over the years, and what to expect for the coming NRMP Main Match cycles for all those looking to apply for residency.

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    9 min
  • Episode 24: Resident In-Trouble and Residency Reentry

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    The world of implications surrounding the terminology 'Residency Reentry' and 'Resident In-Trouble' can be very serious, and understanding how to navigate your specific situation will help your pathway to becoming a licensed physician. In today's episode, Dr. Mizani and Cody Phan explain the differences between the two types of residents and what it means to be on your program's radar. For those that are a residency reentry, matching into residency once is a lifetime achievement; doing it again with significant red flags caused by being a former resident can be an insurmountable feat. Whether you are a Resident In-Trouble or a Residency Reentry, learn when to ask for help.   

    Have questions? Contact us at [email protected]

    8 min
  • Episode 23: July Effect, and Surviving Your First 6 Months of Residency

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    July marks the incoming of new residents across residency programs all over the United States, with such an exciting time we still urge an err of caution. The 'July Effect' is no secret, and being well equipped to tackle your first months of residency with dictate your overall success. In 2020 we interviewed 3 ACMedical Members who matched during COVID, during their 4th month of PGY1 where the consensus of the panel highlighted the shock effect of now being the physician and the decision-maker.   

    Building on this discussion, Dr. Mizani, and Cody Phan dive deeper, explaining what we mean by 'Surviving Your First 6 Months of Residency' and what steps you need to take to guarantee that you will finish the prescribed years of a categorical residency.   

    Have questions? Contact us at [email protected]

    10 min
  • Episode 22: Putting Together your ERAS Application

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    FutureDocs Podcast previous episodes have been culminating toward our Episode 22, putting your NRMP Main Match ERAS Application together. When completing your ERAS application you should be looking to make the case as to why a program director should invite you for an interview, starting by taking a 10,000 ft. birds-eye view of your approach. How you demonstrate your medical brand, commitment to specialty, and how well you meet the ACGME Core Competencies should be clearly shown throughout your application.   

    Listen in as Dr. Mizani shares his #1 suggestion for U.S. allopathic (MD) medical seniors, U.S. osteopathic (DO) medical seniors, international medical students, and international medical graduates.   

    Have questions? Contact us at [email protected]

    9 min
  • Episode 21: In With The New Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE), Out With The Dean’s Letter

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    When it comes to the NRMP Main Match your supporting documents matter. The Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE) serves as one of these crucial documents in a medical residency candidate's application package. As seen in the 2020 NRMP Program Director Survey, about 76% of Residency Program Directors cite the MSPE as a strong factor in selecting applicants for interviews of an overall average of 4/5 importance rating. Being in the top of 5 key factors, you should understand the difference between a qualified MSPE and a Dean's Letter.  

    For Episode 21 of the FutureDocs Podcast, Dr. Mizani and Cody Phan highlight the MSPE guidelines to follow, how to ask for changes if needed, and why a Dean's Letter may potentially hurt your overall application.  

    Have questions? Contact us at [email protected]

    10 min

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Since 2007, our team at ACMedical has helped over 1,000 FutureDocs become licensed U.S. physicians, treating 20,000 patients daily. These success stories are our success stories, and we will use this podcast to share them with you.