Internal Medicine Residency Mock Interview
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Question 11 of 40
What will you bring to our Internal Medicine Residency?
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Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
This question asks why you should be chosen for this Internal Medicine Residency program. Your interviewers are giving you the opportunity to give your ultimate sales pitch and explain what makes you the best candidate for their program.
Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
"I am fluent in medical Spanish, so I am excited to interact with the largely Spanish-speaking patient population at your hospital and clinics. I believe I can identify and address concerns that are frequently lost in the use of medical translators. I am also excited to learn more about health problems and concerns specific to the Hispanic community."
Ryan Brunner has over ten years of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring candidates in the healthcare, public service, and private manufacturing/distribution industries.
Think about the qualities that would be desired by Internal Medicine Residency programs, such as good communication, diversity, or unique education (e.g., an MPH or MBA). Don't give a canned answer that other candidates may give. Instead, ensure that your answer stands out and highlights the type of resident you will be during your time with this program.
"I will bring my strong work ethic, my lifelong love of learning, and my desire to work as a member of the team to take care of patients."
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My experiences working for five years in a heavily underserved population helping vulnerable people out of illnesses with little or no medical equipment, and having to rely on excellent clinical skill has given me the understanding and burning desire to always want to help people out and I believe this ties with your program objectives of helping the underserved population. My leadership and teamwork abilities as evidenced by one of my community outreach activities that I champion with other community health workers, where we succeeded in cutting down the incidence of HIV in the community is something I will bring to the program. I understand the program serves a diverse patient population and being fluent in another like French where I am very proficient and beginning to learn Spanish will help build good patient communication as speaking in one's domestic language helps create a good bond.
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This is an opportunity to really sell yourself and convey all the skills, qualities, education, and experience you bring to the table. You come across as a passionate and experienced leader, which is great. Don't forget to talk about your education (i.e., degrees) too, and consider ending your response with a sentence that reiterates how confident you are that this program is the perfect fit for you. Great job!
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1. A program director once told me a good resident is one with heart (that can’t be taught) and a knowledgeable resident.
I have both!
My unique experiences- having overcome adversity- victory over substance use- have given me a unique insight into and empathy for patients as a large number of patients that come into a hospital- especially in an urban setting have co-morbidities of substance and mental health. These issues are pervasive and affect their medical conditions- exacerbating or affecting compliance with treatments and medications. I can more than just imagine what it's like for a patient. I know. I have real empathy and a heart for my patience.
2. I believe we as IM doctors (primary care) are on the frontlines and are the first line of defense. We can recognize, diagnose and refer them appropriately to proper psych care. And then manage their medications and treatment on an outpatient basis. We ensure the holistic treatment of a patient- to ensure an excellent quality of life.
3. Finally, I have taken and passed Step 3. I think this objectively confirms my knowledge. I also tutor and mentor medical students at my current job; thus keeping me current with my medical knowledge.
Marcie's Feedback
Awesome! Your passion for the field shines through in your answer. You come across as motivated, knowledgeable, empathetic, and strong. Speaking about your personal experiences makes your answer more memorable to the interviewer so you stay in their mind (always a good thing!) Don't forget to discuss all the qualities, skills, experience, and education that you bring to the table. Now is your opportunity to really sell yourself! Excellent.
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