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IMG residency-applicant interviews: Follow these do’s and don’ts

International medical graduates (IMGs) face special challenges in physician residency interviews. These tips can set you apart.

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency

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General medical education: Council on Medical Education reports & issue briefs

Download PDFs of reports on this topic from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.

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In home-program residency interviews, take nothing for granted

Interviewing at your home program? Two physicians who have done it say to expect rigorous questioning and be ready for curveballs.

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency
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How to highlight your research work in physician residency interviews

Effectively discuss your medical student research in residency interviews with expert tips on preparation, audience awareness and showing balance.

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency
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So you wrapped up the residency interview. Do this next.

First, take a moment to record your immediate reactions. Program directors and recent applicants give advice on the steps that should follow.

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency
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Meet Your Match: Preparing for residency interviews with Leigh Eck, MD

In this episode of Making the Rounds, get tips on common residency interview questions and how to prepare for them.

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Preparing for Residency
Making the Rounds Podcast
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Meet Your Match: How to highlight your passions during your residency interviews

In this episode of Making the Rounds, learn how residency applicants can highlight their passions and extracurricular experiences during interviews.

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Preparing for Residency
Making the Rounds Podcast
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Considering fellowship? Check in on the latest applicant trends

About 85% of physicians landed a position in the most recent fellowship match. Learn about trends among applicants.

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Medical Fellowships
Thriving in Residency
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After Step 1 shift, research experience is a watchword for Match

Survey shows medical student research is important in residency selection. What makes a project truly stand out to a residency program director?

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Preparing for Residency
Succeeding in Medical School