The time to start researching potential programs is now. In addition to familiarizing yourself with requirements, reaching out and making contact with programs will show an interest. There are many things to consider when researching a program. Do you meet their minimum requirements? What type of experience does the program value? Are there opportunities to audition for them? What […]
Pressing Submit on ERAS
It’s one of the most fulfilling and scariest moments of a med student’s career. ERAS, the Electronic Residency Application Service, is the central hub where med students apply to residency programs. It’s like AMCAS, but for residency. This is where we upload our applications, our transcripts, send our letters. We spend hours upon hours over […]
Asking for Letters of Recommendation
I am in the throes of applying to residency programs, so I’ll be spending a few blog posts talking about some of the endeavors I’ve realized about the application process. Letters of recommendation. They are probably one of the most intimidating and time-consuming parts of the application. Mainly because you are relying on busy attendings. […]
