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If you don’t match, take these 5 tips from a SOAP survivor

Getting bad news on Monday of Match Week is stressful. A resident has guidance to help navigate the Supplemental Offer and Acceptance Program.

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Finding the best people to write residency letters of recommendation

Who should write your letters of recommendation for residency applications and what do they need from you? A physician expert offers insight.

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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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The do’s and don’ts of CV writing for residency applicants

The curriculum vitae is an important part of a medical student’s residency application. A medical school dean outlines how to approach your CV.

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Interviewing for physician residency programs

The physician residency-interview process is complex and challenging. Know these top-level tips for thriving in this professional pressure cooker.

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Residency interviews: Don’t forget to ask these 7 key questions

Knowing which questions to ask during interviews can make a good impression with interviewers and give you insight on your fit with a program.

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Weighing a rural physician residency program? 6 things to know

Is a rural residency program right for you? Before the rank-order deadline, a general surgery resident who works in a rural setting offered some key insights. 

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This medical student took her advocacy from campus to the statehouse

M3 Anusha Singh has driven change in her community. She says building a team and harnessing the power of stories are vital ingredients.

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Physician residency interviews—a program director's do's and don'ts

From deftly tackling case-based questions to showing humility and professionalism, these tips can help applicants stand out on interview day.

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