Do you have what it takes to become a brain surgeon?  How do you gain a PhD during your residency? Residency Program Director for the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Utah School of Medicine, Dr. Randy Jensen discusses the seven year integrated Neurosurgery Residency Program. Learn how many apply, interview and are chosen for a position.  How can you stand out as a neurosurgery applicant and what opportunities are available to gain a Ph.D. during your residency?  Dr. Jensen also gives valuable insight into how much time is spent in the Operating Room and what a typical day looks like for a Neurosurgeon.

Do you have what it takes to become a brain surgeon? How do you gain a PhD during your residency? Residency Program Director for the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Utah School of Medicine, Dr. Randy Jensen discusses the seven year integrated Neurosurgery Residency Program. Learn how many apply, interview and are chosen for a position. How can you stand out as a neurosurgery applicant and what opportunities are available to gain a Ph.D. during your residency? Dr. Jensen also gives valuable insight into how much time is spent in the Operating Room and what a typical day looks like for a Neurosurgeon.

Episode 10: Randy Jensen, M.D., Ph.D. - Residency Program Director for Neurosurgery

The ultimate resource to guide you on your journey to and through medical school. Get the inside scoop from pre-med advisors, physicians, faculty, alumni, and current medical students about all areas of medical school.  Topics will range from tips to getting admitted (and having your application stand out), to familiarizing yourself with the culture of medical student life, and finally how to prepare for a residency and the Match.  Hosted by Dr. Benjamin Chan, Assistant Dean of Admissions at the University of Utah's School of Medicine, 'Talking U and Med Student Life' brings valuable information to anyone thinking about a career in medicine whether you're in high school, pre-med or already a medical student.  The views and opinions expressed in these podcasts are solely those of the participants, and in no way reflects those of the UUSOM.

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The ultimate resource to guide you on your journey to and through medical school. Get the inside scoop from pre-med advisors, physicians, faculty, alumni, and current medical students about all areas of medical school. Topics will range from tips to getting admitted (and having your application stand out), to familiarizing yourself with the culture of medical student life, and finally how to prepare for a residency and the Match. Hosted by Dr. Benjamin Chan, Assistant Dean of Admissions at the University of Utah's School of Medicine, 'Talking U and Med Student Life' brings valuable information to anyone thinking about a career in medicine whether you're in high school, pre-med or already a medical student. The views and opinions expressed in these podcasts are solely those of the participants, and in no way reflects those of the UUSOM.

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