The American Medical Association surveyed 1,900 residents across 29 specialties, asking their top six challenges faced in years one through four of medical residency. Their results list the top six challenges from most to least challenging.
1. Work-life balance
2. Dealing with time pressures
3. Fear of failure or making a mistake
4. Developing the clinical skills required for the specialty
5. Debt
6. Dealing with the stress
The interviewers understand any medical residency is hard work. They want to see what you will find the most challenging and how you plan to work through it, showing that you are proactive and dedicated to professional growth.