Episode 111. During the 2023 match season, I wrote down the most common interview questions I was asked during residency program interviews. I am choosing to share my list on First Line, along with some advice on preparing for interviews and approaching these questions!

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Episode 109. From deciding what to wear to answering the question about your greatest weakness, hear from a first-year resident about what you must know when interviewing with medical residency programs for the Match in the United States!

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Episode 108. I share my personal journey through infertility, pregnancy, and labor and delivery while in medical school and the first year of residency. From the emotional struggles to the joy of meeting my baby girl, I detail the ups and downs of my fertility and birth story.

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Episode 107. Hear recommendations for how to prepare for medical school interviews from a resident physician who recently graduated medical school. I share my top tips on what to do before interview day, from researching schools to practicing with mock interviews, and how to approach common questions during the interview thoughtfully to showcase your authentic self.

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Episode 106. Here's a detailed guide to navigating the ERAS application’s experiences section and effectively using program signaling. Learn strategies to select meaningful experiences and making your application stand out to residency programs. This is the second episode of a walkthrough the ERAS application.

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Episode 105. Hear when you should start working on your ERAS residency application and when to hit submit. Learn about the cost of applying to residency as a medical student or recent graduate. As a recent applicant from the 2023 cycle, I share tips for the first half of the application (including geographical and setting preferences). Stay tuned for a future episode about the rest of the application, including the experiences section and program signaling!

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Episode 104. Let's dive into mixed specialties that blend medical and surgical components as well as indirect patient care specialties. Specialties covered include ENT, ophthalmology, urology, ob/gyn, anesthesia, dermatology, interventional radiology, diagnostic radiology, and pathology. I also discuss dual or combined specialty programs like internal medicine/pediatrics and family medicine/emergency medicine.

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Episode 103. Let's dive into surgical careers, exploring a wide range of specialties from general surgery to neurosurgery and more. Whether you're a medical student choosing a path or just curious, we break down the conditions treated and the extensive training required.

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Episode 102. Let's explore non-surgical medical specialties that DOs and MDs can specialize in and their crucial roles in patient care. Learn how these specialties address everything from preventive health to complex conditions.

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Episode 101. Let's dive into the process of choosing a medical specialty. We'll cover practical tips and key considerations to help you align your career path with your values, skills, and passions.

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Content on First Line is for educational and informational purposes only, not as medical advice. Views expressed are my own and do not represent any organizations I am associated with.