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Starting residency just a couple of months ago has been an absolute roller coaster! While there’s no white coat ceremony in residency, it was still a proud moment to don the long white coat for the first time. The clinical…
Gear up for the upcoming ERAS application 2026-2027 cycle with a deep dive into the latest updates for this season! There have been a few changes to the latest ERAS application, and while these aren’t as substantial as the updates…
Can you believe it? It’s already that time of the year. ERAS residency applications are just around the corner! That means it’s important to get familiar with the residency application timeline, so you don’t fall behind. We’re going to share…
Are you a fourth-year medical student who just matched? First off, congratulations! Are you now left wondering what to do with your time (since you can no longer spend endless hours on SDN stressing over your rank list)? Here are…
Originally published June 2023 As medical students, we have years of hard work behind us. We’ve logged countless hours in libraries reading endlessly, volunteering, participating in clubs, and conducting research, all while trying to continue our favorite hobbies and maintain…
The ERAS “program signaling” feature was designed to streamline and enhance the residency application process, providing a more efficient way for aspiring medical professionals to signal their interest and intent to residency programs. This implementation has been beneficial, as there…
As we approach Match Week 2026, the stakes are becoming more and more real. Surviving residency interviews was hard enough, but the anticipation of receiving your match results can be agonizing. Don’t let the pressure eat away at you. Read…
By now, you’ve probably stumbled upon countless blogs and videos with generic advice on how to create your residency rank list. In fact, here’s a post I wrote about choosing a residency program! In my “catch-all” post, you’ll find tips…
Why did you choose emergency medicine? In the heart of the hospital, the emergency room stands as a sanctuary of controlled chaos. Bright, fluorescent lights cast an eerie glow over the room, illuminating a symphony of activity. Nurses move with…
If you’re creating your rank list for general surgery residency programs, congratulations on making it to your final step before Match! In such a competitive specialty, you should be proud of yourself for making it this far in your journey—this…