Succeeding on Rotations

Focus: Demonstrate professionalism, initiative, and clinical growth every day. 

  • How to excel in APPEs): professionalism, clinical thinking, communication, time management
    • Introduction email example (questions to ask/disease states/guidelines etc)
    • Share 2-3 goals with your APPE preceptor on the first day of rotation
    • Ask for feedback weekly 
    • Before end of rotation, ask if they can write you a “strong, positive letter of recommendation”
    • Send a thank you note/email to preceptors and LOR writers
  • Navigating difficult preceptors or situations
    • See P2 section for books
  • Building rotation relationships into career opportunities
    • Consider all rotation experiences as an interview 
    • Set yourself apart by identifying a quality improvement project and present a poster

Applications & Interviews

Focus: Tell your story confidently  – no one has the exact same one

  • Residency & Fellowship Deep Dive
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  • What is PhORCAS? Timeline and tips
  • How to get strong letters of recommendation
  • Writing a standout letter of intent
  • Residency and fellowship application guide
    • How to search for residencies
      • Where to search
      • What’s important and how to choose which ones to apply to
      • Network & reach out to PGY1s/PGY2s you know
    • **Interests in residencies?? Recruiting is tough?? Not passing boards?? 
    • Example score cards for residency/fellowship?
  • Application Timeline Reminders
  • Writing a strong letter of intent
    • Tailor to each program
    • Short-term & long-term goals
    • 1 page max
  • Letters of Recommendation
    • Who to ask & who NOT to ask
    • How to ask
    • When to ask
  • Preparing for interviews: STAR/SHARE method, clinical questions, behavioral Qs
  • Navigating Midyear (for residency candidates)
    • PPS?
  • How to rank programs?
  • **Not matching in the FIRST round.

Job Search & Career Strategy

Focus: Evaluate opportunities that align with your goals and values. 

  • How to approach the job search
  • What to look for in an employer (culture, growth, support)
  • Negotiating salary and benefits + finances
  • **P4: What do you think about the job market post-graduation? They are there, may not be in the most obvious places. Keep options open. Easier to find what you DON'T like. 
  • How to approach the job search
  • What to look for in an employer (culture, growth, support)
  • Negotiating salary and benefits + finances
  • **P4: What do you think about the job market post-graduation? They are there, may not be in the most obvious places. Keep options open. Easier to find what you DON'T like. 

Licensure & Board Preparation

Focus: Prepare systematically for licensure and reduce unnecessary stress

Transitioning to Practice

Focus: Build habits that support lifelong learning and career success.