The Residency Interview: Winning Strategies from the Selection Committee

by Samir P. Desai

The interview is the most important factor in the residency selection process, and a source of great anxiety for applicants. In one study, 19% of interviewed applicants were left unranked. The interview can make or break your chances, and preparation is essential for success. Written by Dr. Samir Desai, author of The Successful Match, this book provides applicants with detailed strategies for success. Inside you will find practical advice on how to prepare for a variety of interview formats (traditional, behavioral, group, panel, MMI), deliver answers with content that meet the needs of programs, and stand out in a sea of highly qualified applicants. Detailed advice on how to answer the 50 common interview questions will help applicants create powerful answers. Using our book, you will learn how to deliver a compelling interview performance, one that elevates your position on the rank order list and maximizes your chances of success.

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Published November 1, 2019