What factors are most important to residency program directors when deciding who to interview and rank? Jessica Freedman, MD breaks down the results of the NRMP survey.
Written by: Jessica Freedman
Published on: February 27, 2011
Think that great grades = great doctor? In the 21st century, success will require you build competencies that you can apply to evolving technology. Part one of a six part series.
Written by: Emil Chuck, PhD
Published on: February 10, 2011
Many medical students choose to participate in an international elective as part of their education. Dr. Alison Hayward provides tips for making your international experience as success.
Written by: SDN Staff
Published on: February 6, 2011
Are you prepared to go into private practice at the end of your residency? Dr. Steven M. Hacker offers his tips for ensuring private practice success.
Written by: Steven M. Hacker
Published on: January 16, 2011
Dr. Jessica Freedman discusses challenges Caribbean medical students face in obtaining rotation and residency positions.
Written by: Jessica Freedman
Published on: January 9, 2011
Do you know what to expect when interviewing at a medical school that uses the multiple mini-interview format? Dr. Carleen Eaton provides an overview of this method and tips for success.
Written by: Carleen Eaton
Published on: January 5, 2011
Dr. Craig Stern, PharmD, is founder of Pro Pharma Pharmaceutical Consultants, Inc.
Written by: Juliet Farmer
Published on: November 21, 2010
The Scramble will undergo significant changes in 2012. Michelle Finkel, MD, details these changes and how matched and unmatched candidates will be affected.
Written by: Michelle Finkel
Published on: October 24, 2010
The Successful Match interviews Dr. Vicki Marx of USC Keck School of Medicine about the radiology residency selection process.
Written by: Rajani Katta and Samir Desai
Published on: October 10, 2010
The Successful Match discusses getting into an Emergency Medicine residency with Dr. Jamie Collings of the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University.
Written by: Rajani Katta and Samir Desai
Published on: August 25, 2010
Timur Durrani, MD, MPH, MBA is a Major in the U.S. Army Reserve and currently a medical toxicology fellow at UCSF.
Written by: Juliet Farmer
Published on: July 25, 2010
In the 21st century, piracy is more common in cyberspace than on the high seas. What are the risks and consequences of using or selling counterfeit test prep materials? An SDN Report.
Written by: Helena Bachmann
Published on: July 14, 2010
What does it take to make a successful match to Obstetrics and Gynecology? An interview with Dr. Eugene Toy, residency program director at The Methodist Hospital in Houston, TX.
Written by: Rajani Katta and Samir Desai
Published on: May 30, 2010
Are you considering pursuit of a joint degree? Learn more about joint degree options for medical students and factors to consider before diving into a dual degree program.
Written by: David Flynn
Published on: May 12, 2010
What do you need to do as you enter and go through college to increase your chances of medical school acceptance? Dr. Lisabetta Divita details how you can prepare for success.
Written by: Lisabetta Divita
Published on: May 2, 2010
The personal statement is one of the most challenging parts of a health professional school application. Dr. Jessica Freedman talks about the myths surrounding the personal statement.
Written by: Jessica Freedman
Published on: April 4, 2010
No matter what type of health professional school you are targeting, you will need to obtain letters of reference. Dr. Lisabetta Divita provides tips on getting the best letters possible.
Written by: Lisabetta Divita
Published on: March 14, 2010
Unhappy with your residency? Learn more about what it takes to switch specialties.
Written by: Elizabeth Losada
Published on: March 7, 2010
How can you avoid getting burned out during your educational career? Student Andrew Nguyen provides tips and suggestions from his fellow students.
Written by: Andrew Nguyen
Published on: February 28, 2010