The Successful Match: Getting into Radiology
The Successful Match interviews Dr. Vicki Marx of USC Keck School of Medicine about the radiology residency selection process.
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Interview Advice: What to Wear, What to Wear
When it comes to attire and the medical school interview, there is a certain minimum threshold that you need to achieve and once you reach that threshold any more focus in this area becomes a detriment.
The Successful Match: Getting Into Emergency Medicine
The Successful Match discusses getting into an Emergency Medicine residency with Dr. Jamie Collings of the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University.
Interview Advice: Grades?! Part 2
What should you do if you feel your grades or MCAT score don’t reflect your abilities? Dr. Jeremiah Fleenor discusses options for addressing these issues in medical school interviews.
Pirating Test Prep Material Doesn’t Pay
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.
The Successful Match: Getting into Obstetrics and Gynecology
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.
Dual-Degree Medical Programs
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.
Premedical Preparation
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.
Personal Statement Myths
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.
7 Top Tips to Get Stellar Letters of Recommendation
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.
Switching Specialties
Unhappy with your residency? Learn more about what it takes to switch specialties.
Top Tips for Surviving Medical School
How can you achieve success in medical school? Dr. Lisabetta Divita, a recent graduate, provides her tips and recommendations.
The Pre-Medical Glossary (2021-2022)
The SDN Pre-Medical Student Glossary was updated December 19, 2021. Welcome to the official SDN … Read more
About the SDN Interview Feedback Database
What is SDN’s Interview Feedback Database? SDN’s Interview Feedback database is a crowdsourced reference containing … Read more
Acing Your Residency Interview
Want to match with the residency position of your dreams? Jessica Freedman, MD offers tips for succeeding in a key step – the residency interview.
How to Work with Pre-Health Advisors and Committees
Pre-health advisors can be power hitters on your application team – learn what they can do for you and how to build a successful relationship.
The Successful Match: How to Succeed in your Residency Interview
It’s residency interview season. Learn strategies for residency interview success from the authors of The Successful Match.
The Successful Match: Getting into Dermatology
Competition is tough for dermatology residency positions. Learn how to shine in an interview with University of Pennsylvania dermatology residency director Dr. William James.
Opportunities in the Indian Health Service
A detailed discussion of the volunteer, employment and scholarship opportunities available through the Indian Health Service.
Residency Match Success: Lessons Learned
What can medical students do to improve their chances of matching at the program of their choice? Jessica Freedman, MD, provides hints and tips.