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43 Residency Interview Questions and Answer Examples to Help You Prepare for Your Residency Interviews.

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Question 32 of 43

Describe your personality to us in three words.

"If I could describe my personality to you in three words, I would say that I am thoughtful, intelligent, and friendly. My personality is well suited for a healthcare-focused environment as my patients will find me approachable and trustworthy."

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How to Answer: Describe your personality to us in three words.

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  • 32. Describe your personality to us in three words.

      Why the Interviewer Asks This Question

      Your interviewers pose this question for two reasons. First, they want some insight into the personality that you would bring to their residency program to get a feel for how you will fit in with the program. They'll also want to hear how you view yourself. Notice they do not ask how others would describe you, but how YOU would describe yourself.

      Written by Rachelle Enns

      How to Answer

      Since you only have three words, make sure that the words that you use will make a lasting impact on your interviewers. Some possible words to use are adaptable, brave, compassionate, respectful, helpful, positive, thoughtful, or versatile. As you prepare for a question like this, be creative to avoid giving the same answer other candidates give. Explain your reasons for choosing these words to describe yourself.

      Written by Ryan Brunner on February 12th, 2022

      Answer Example

      "If I could describe my personality to you in three words, I would say that I am thoughtful, intelligent, and friendly. My personality is well suited for a healthcare-focused environment as my patients will find me approachable and trustworthy."

      Written by Rachelle Enns

      Internal Medicine Example

      Compassionate, conscientious, and complicated.

      Written by Dr. Shani Saks on November 4th, 2022

      Family Medicine Example

      "Empathetic, goal-oriented, hard-working."

      Written by Dr. Griswold on November 5th, 2022

      Radiology Example

      "Intellectual. Respectful. Motivated."

      Written by Dr. Rodman on February 1st, 2023

      Dermatology Example

      "Determined, enthusiastic, funny."

      Written by Dr. Yumeen on December 19th, 2022

      Emergency Medicine Example

      "Passionate, Determined, Curious."

      Written by Dr. Smith on December 31st, 2022

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "If I could describe my personality in 3 words, I would say calm, adaptable, and goal-oriented. During my days as a junior resident in the ER at a hospital, we were severely understaffed that day, and we had almost 25 patients waiting in the triage area. I was nearing the end of my shift, but I realized that the two residents and the attendant would have a tough time managing patients. So I took it upon myself to streamline the triage, screen patients right there, and get only those patients who needed immediate attention and treated those who I could in the triage itself."

      Rachelle's Feedback

      This is a wonderful example of your biggest personality traits. This answer speaks so much to your character and dedication in the workplace.
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