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As an interviewing medical student, you are an equal part of the matching process, and your interviewers want to ensure you walk away from your time with them with all questions answered so you can hopefully rank them high on your wish list. Asking intelligent questions demonstrates to the interviewer your level of interest in their program as well.
"As I consider a lot of great programs throughout the country, I want to learn what characteristics and traits most often lead to success in a training program. What characteristics and traits do you see in your most successful residents, both during their time in training with your program and for future success in this field?"
Before your interview, research the institution and thoroughly review the residency program for any clarification you may need. If you are not prepared for the interview, and you need to think of questions off the top of your head, ask questions regarding the organizational culture, traits they are looking for in the ideal candidate, and if there are any responsibilities of this position not listed in the role description.
What aspects of the residency program do you feel are the strongest and best prepare residents for their careers?
"Are residents assigned a faculty mentor?
What types of research opportunities are your current residents working on?"
"I'd love to know about current research opportunities within the department. Are there any positions available for junior residents?
Also, where do most residents and attendings live around the hospital? Do I need a car to commute?"
"I would love to learn about what is your favorite aspect of the program, and if there is anything important that you would love to make sure applicants know about your program?"
"What's your favorite aspect of the culture of the program and how do you think that came about?"
Community answers are written by other candidates practicing this set. Reading how others frame the same question is one of the fastest ways to sharpen your own.
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What struggles do you think first year residents face the most?
What is your favorite part about working here?
What is the biggest challenge this hospital/facility is facing?
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Terrific questions! The answers to these queries should give you a great deal of helpful insight into the facility.
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