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How the physician residency Match algorithm favors applicants

As Match Day approaches, find out how the algorithm works, why your preferences come first and what to expect.

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What if you don’t match? 4 things you should do

A physician who has worked with unmatched applicants explains how to make the most of the coming year and improve the odds of matching in the next cycle.

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Use these strategies to create your residency Match rank-order list

As the Match rank-order list deadline nears, go with your personal preferences and carefully weigh every residency program you interviewed with.

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Ease your Match rank-order list stress with these insights

Among the tips a wellness expert offers physician residency applicants: Maintain perspective and accept that you will never make the perfect list. 

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How making a big move can reshape your Match rank-order list

If you are pondering a major change in geography for physician residency, consider this expert advice on how to balance location preferences and future goals.

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After the residency interview: To learn more, here’s what to do

A former residency program director outlines how physician residency applicants can gather more information to guide decision-making, even after the interview.

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Learning about early match programs

Explore options for finding a specialty resident matching program early.

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If you don’t match, take these 5 tips from a SOAP survivor

Getting bad news on Monday of Match Week is stressful. A resident has guidance to help navigate the Supplemental Offer and Acceptance Program.

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The do’s and don’ts of CV writing for residency applicants

The curriculum vitae is an important part of a medical student’s residency application. A medical school dean outlines how to approach your CV.

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