PICU Fellowship Mock Interview
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Question 16 of 35
How do you feel about the 80-hour workweek limit for residents and fellows?
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Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
In the early 2000s, the ACGME created rules that limited work hours for all medical residents and fellows, including the 80-hour workweek. Your interviewers want to hear that you are aware of the work hour limits in place and if you have any concerns or opinions on this.
Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
"I understand this system is in place to prevent poor performance due to exhaustion. I know there were times during my Pediatrics Residency training when toed the line, and by the end of the 6th day in a row working 12 hours shifts, I was exhausted. The next three years of training as a PICU Fellow will entail a great time requirement, and I'm ready to take on whatever time is needed to train with your program."
Ryan Brunner has over ten years of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring candidates in the healthcare, public service, and private manufacturing/distribution industries.
One or more of your interviewers may have strong opinions about this topic. For this reason, it is important to focus on the pros and cons but not take a strong stance on this topic. State that you are aware of the rules, why they are in place, and the impact they can have.
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