Road to Rank

Dr. Barinder (Ricky) Hansra joins the show to share helpful tips for virtual interviewing. With interviews being conducted on Zoom and similar platforms this year, applicants must prepare and perform in new ways. The wisdom Dr. Hansra has gained from his experience matching into residency and two fellowships is sure to help!

Dr. Karen Wiss, a dermatology residency program director, provides the inside scoop on the residency selection process. She shares invaluable insights on the various components of the ERAS application, the interview day, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on this year’s application cycle.

Steven’s brother Dave Krueger, a 17-year veteran of the professional sports industry, joins the podcast to offer some high-yield advice on networking and interviewing! Topics include: sending purposeful emails, networking at conferences, preparing for the interview day, asking thoughtful questions, and many other ways to stand out from the pack!

We start with an approach to carefully evaluating residency programs before, during, and after the interview day (with help from a slightly overwhelming spreadsheet). Then, we dive into the nuts and bolts of setting up the rank order list!

Make a great impression on away rotations and core clerkships by following these simple tips, plus a bonus pep talk for those about to submit ERAS applications!

Dr. Jake Modest shares his advice for medical students interested in orthopedic surgery. Tune in for new study methods, ways to find a research mentor, a foolproof approach to clinical rotations, and much more!

Dr. Nakul Singh joins the show to share his experience preparing for the ophthalmology match. He provides practical advice based on each of the various sections of the ERAS application.

In the beginning of medical school, it all boils down to school & activities. This episode provides tips for successfully navigating both! Topics include approaching the first few weeks of classes, choosing study resources, studying for the USMLE Step 1 exam, a breakdown of the ERAS application sections, selecting meaningful activities, shadowing, and preparing early on for residency interviews. I also answer a listener's question about Step 1 studying strategies.

Meet Steven and learn about his plan to help medical students match into competitive residencies! Also included are statistics from the NRMP 2018 Match.