Rank order lists for all prospective “matchees” are due on February 24th at 9 pm EST. It’s been a rather complex process in terms of putting together an actual list for me. I started out wanting to be really objective: figuring out important criteria like location, didactics, etc., then grading each program by this selective list of […]
The “GUT” Feeling
Making your residency rank list and picking a residency program is arguably the most important decision you will have to make during medical school. I have asked TONS of people (basically anyone who is willing to talk to me) about how they made their choice, and what factored into their decision. Now, usually when I […]
Love Letters
The phrase “love letters” may lead you to think about Valentine’s Day, poetry, and romantic gestures. But for fourth year medical students, the term love letter refers to the notes from residency program directors saying how much they like you and hope that you’ll rank their program highly. On the one hand, these letters are […]
