If you missed part one, go check it out because we talk about some general tips on how to show up for your interview looking your best. Now, let’s move on so we can talk about specific tips on what exactly to wear. Tips for Men Why does it feel like it’s always easier for […]
Application Series: How to Look the Part for Interviews Part One
From the moment you walk through the door, you will be judged (for lack of better words). You know what they say—first impressions are everything and what you wear absolutely contributes to that first impression. First, let’s talk about some general tips on how to show up for your interview looking your best. DO NOT: […]
Application Series: Tips on How to Ask For Letters of Recommendation Part Two
If you missed part one of these tips, please go check it out! Let’s get started on part two! Ask about the strength of the letter. In your request, always ask if the recommender if he or she can write you a strong letter. I know this seems silly, but you can’t assume someone is […]
Application Series: Tips on How to Ask For Letters of Recommendation Part One
Whether you’re applying to medical school or residency, asking for letters of recommendation can be daunting. I understand the feeling of not wanting to bother someone or wondering if the letter will be strong enough to help you stand out among the other applicants. After all, I’ve been told strong letters can make a difference, […]
Application Series: Tips on Writing a Personal Statement
A personal statement is your chance to share your story and sell yourself whether for a job, residency position, admission into medical school, etc. This is my favorite part of the application process—after all, I do love writing. So let’s get into my tips for writing a personal statement! Reflect. Reflect on your experiences academically, […]
Application Series: Tips for Writing Your CV
With application and interview season upon us whether for medical school, residency, or another program or scholarship, I thought it would be a great idea to cover some essential tips on writing your CV. So let’s get into the tips! Write two versions of your CV. I truly believe you need to have two versions […]
Should Board Examinations be Pass/Fail?
Now that I am done with my second set of board examinations and have one more board examination to take next year, I thought it would be an interesting idea to discuss these examinations and how they are graded. Board examinations similar to other entrance exams are not only created to test medical school candidates’ […]
Residency Tips: Narrowing Down Your List
As I mentioned in my previous post I want to create a residency tips series where I would share some of my advice and what I have learned during the application process to those who will apply in the future. In today’s post, I wanted to talk about choosing your list and how to narrow […]
Residency Tips: Pre-Application To-Dos
Residency season is upon us and I thought that it would be a good idea to share my trial and tribulations with you all so that it can help someone in the future during the application process. The first part of this series will be all of the tasks that I think are important to […]
My Neurology Rotation
One of my favorite rotations thus far in my fourth year has been my neurology rotation. I love learning about the intricate pathologies related to the brain and other aspects of the nervous system. I remember one of the most commonly tested subjects on all of my board examinations was the topic related to headaches. […]
