#AWSchat Transcript
Healthcare social media transcript of the #AWSchat hashtag.
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 | WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons It’s almost time for #AWSchat to discuss #medicalstudent #residency #SurgInterviewTips |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons Head over to twitter! Starting at 8pm EST! Our tweetchat on residency interviews with @SarehParangiMD and @jdimick1 !! Use #AWSchat https://t.co/cuwJx2ZdlR |
 | WomenInThoracicSurg @WomenInThoracic RT @WomenSurgeons: Head over to twitter! Starting at 8pm EST! Our tweetchat on residency interviews with @SarehParangiMD and @jdimick1 !! Use #AWSchat https://t.co/cuwJx2ZdlR |
 | Mara Antonoff, MD, FACS @maraantonoff This is going to be a great chat! Participate if you can! #AWSchat @WomenSurgeons @SarehParangiMD @jdimick1 |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @maraantonoff: This is going to be a great chat! Participate if you can! #AWSchat @WomenSurgeons @SarehParangiMD @jdimick1 |
 | DIVA DOCS BOSTON @divadocsbos RT @WomenSurgeons: Head over to twitter! Starting at 8pm EST! Our tweetchat on residency interviews with @SarehParangiMD and @jdimick1 !! Use #AWSchat https://t.co/cuwJx2ZdlR |
 | CTSurgSocMedNetwork @tssmn RT @maraantonoff: This is going to be a great chat! Participate if you can! #AWSchat @WomenSurgeons @SarehParangiMD @jdimick1 |
 | Shree Agrawal-Patel @ShreeAgrawal21 Join us now for residency interview advice! #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons #Welcome to #AWSchat to discuss #medicalstudent #residency #SurgInterviewTips |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons Tonight’s #AWSchat is sponsored by @WomenSurgeons National Medical Student Committee |
| Shree Agrawal-Patel @ShreeAgrawal21 RT @WomenSurgeons: Tonight’s #AWSchat is sponsored by @WomenSurgeons National Medical Student Committee |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons A few basics for the chat, please remember to tag all your posts with #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips & use A1, A2, etc. to indicate which question you are answering. |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons Please welcome our moderators @SarehParangiMD, professor of surgery @MGHSurgery & @womensurgeons president-elect @lisaferzoco director of hernia center at New England Baptist Hospital & leader of the #AWS2018 #medstudent program & @jdimick1 chief of MIS @UMichSurgery #AWSchat |
 | Sareh Parangi,MD @SarehParangiMD We are all here to make the process of applying smooth and ethical #AWSchat |
| Shree Agrawal-Patel @ShreeAgrawal21 RT @WomenSurgeons: A few basics for the chat, please remember to tag all your posts with #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips & use A1, A2, etc. to indicate which question you are answering. |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @SarehParangiMD: We are all here to make the process of applying smooth and ethical #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons We’re excited to hear your thoughts & #SurgInterviewTips for #medstudents to #rock their #residency #interviews. Please take a moment to introduce yourself #AWSchat. |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons Q1. What are the most important factors to consider when looking for a residency program and how can a candidate identify them? #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips https://t.co/Z91uQngxb0 |
 | Dr. Lillian Erdahl MD @LillianErdahlMD Hi, I’m an associate program director for general surgery & happy to learn how I can prepare students for interview success. #AWSchat #MedEd |
 | Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter So happy to have you moderating this tweetchat, Dr. Parangi! #AWSchat @WomenSurgeons |
 | Tania K. Arora, MD, FACS @TaniaKArora Tania Arora surg onc, geisinger #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips |
 | Sarah J. Armenia @SarahJArmenia RT @WomenSurgeons: Please welcome our moderators @SarehParangiMD, professor of surgery @MGHSurgery & @womensurgeons president-elect @lisaferzoco director of hernia center at New England Baptist Hospital & leader of the #AWS2018 #medstudent program & @jdimick1 chief of MIS @UMichSurgery #AWSchat |
 | Apoorve Nayyar @apoorvenayyar @WomenSurgeons Good evening all, Apoorve here, research fellow from UNC, applying to gen surgery. Looking forward to learning #AWSChat |
| Mara Antonoff, MD, FACS @maraantonoff This will be a valuable chat for students! Happy to offer my view as an academic thoracic surgeon. #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @camila_guetter: So happy to have you moderating this tweetchat, Dr. Parangi! #AWSchat @WomenSurgeons |
 | Justin B. Dimick @jdimick1 #AWSchat Hi everyone! Excited to be here! |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @maraantonoff: This will be a valuable chat for students! Happy to offer my view as an academic thoracic surgeon. #AWSchat |
 | Rena Malik, MD | Urologist @RenaMalikMD @WomenSurgeons #AWSchat Rena Malik urologist from University of Maryland happy to be joining! |
 | Lisa Ferzoco @LisaFerzoco As we get started, I’d like to invite all of you to sign up for the AWS Mock Residency Selection session being held Sunday 10/21 from 8:30-noon #awschat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons @MadelineBTorres Thanks for joining #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons @TaniaKArora Glad you could join us #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons @camila_guetter Thanks for joining & coordinating #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons @LillianErdahlMD Welcome #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons @maraantonoff Thanks for joining tonight #AWSchat |
| Shree Agrawal-Patel @ShreeAgrawal21 Shree Agrawal- M4 @CWRUSOM applying into urology! Past chair of the @WomenSurgeons National Medical Student Committee #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @LisaFerzoco: As we get started, I’d like to invite all of you to sign up for the AWS Mock Residency Selection session being held Sunday 10/21 from 8:30-noon #awschat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons @RenaMalikMD Glad to have you on #AWSchat |
| Tania K. Arora, MD, FACS @TaniaKArora Awesome! Would love to participate! #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons @SarahJArmenia Welcome #AWSchat |
| Shree Agrawal-Patel @ShreeAgrawal21 RT @RenaMalikMD: @WomenSurgeons #AWSchat Rena Malik urologist from University of Maryland happy to be joining! |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons @ShreeAgrawal21 @CWRUSOM Glad you’re here #AWSchat |
| CTSurgSocMedNetwork @tssmn RT @maraantonoff: This will be a valuable chat for students! Happy to offer my view as an academic thoracic surgeon. #AWSchat |
| Sareh Parangi,MD @SarehParangiMD More details and lots of residents and residency directors will be here to help you get a glimpse of what happens behind the scenes #AWS2018 Sunday program #AWSchat |
| Lisa Ferzoco @LisaFerzoco A1 most importantly, Is the culture of the program right for you? What are your academic interests? (academia, research, fellowship plans, or private practice) #AWSchat |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter RT @LisaFerzoco: As we get started, I’d like to invite all of you to sign up for the AWS Mock Residency Selection session being held Sunday 10/21 from 8:30-noon #awschat |
| Dr. Lillian Erdahl MD @LillianErdahlMD @WomenSurgeons A1 Fit is important and includes knowing that the program is interested in training the type of surgeon you are interested in becoming and provides the opportunities you need to prepare for your career. How can you tell this? @SarehParangiMD @jdimick1 @LisaFerzoco #AWSchat |
| Justin B. Dimick @jdimick1 @WomenSurgeons #AWSchat A1. IMO the most important factors depend on what YOU are looking for in a program. What are your goals? Are you looking for academic training? Of what kind? What other professional development goals do you have? Are they supported? |
 | Madeline Torres @MadelineBTorres RT @SarehParangiMD: More details and lots of residents and residency directors will be here to help you get a glimpse of what happens behind the scenes #AWS2018 Sunday program #AWSchat |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter Camila Guetter, M6 at Universidade Federal do Parana. Applying in 2019 to General Surgery. Current Communications Chair of the AWS National Medical Student Committee. So excited for this tweetchat and to hear your perspectives on #SurgInterviewTips! #AWSchat @WomenSurgeons |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons #AWSchat ask yourself what ARE YOU LOOKING for in a #Surg #residency program? |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @jdimick1: @WomenSurgeons #AWSchat A1. IMO the most important factors depend on what YOU are looking for in a program. What are your goals? Are you looking for academic training? Of what kind? What other professional development goals do you have? Are they supported? |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @LisaFerzoco: A1 most importantly, Is the culture of the program right for you? What are your academic interests? (academia, research, fellowship plans, or private practice) #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @LillianErdahlMD: @WomenSurgeons A1 Fit is important and includes knowing that the program is interested in training the type of surgeon you are interested in becoming and provides the opportunities you need to prepare for your career. How can you tell this? @SarehParangiMD @jdimick1 @LisaFerzoco #AWSchat |
| Shree Agrawal-Patel @ShreeAgrawal21 RT @LillianErdahlMD: @WomenSurgeons A1 Fit is important and includes knowing that the program is interested in training the type of surgeon you are interested in becoming and provides the opportunities you need to prepare for your career. How can you tell this? @SarehParangiMD @jdimick1 @LisaFerzoco #AWSchat |
| Tania K. Arora, MD, FACS @TaniaKArora Do the residents look happy? Do the faculty and residents seem to like one another? #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons Q2 – What is a good way to get a feel for a program’s culture & whether a program will be a good fit? #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips https://t.co/BS7NpfxtLp |
| Shree Agrawal-Patel @ShreeAgrawal21 RT @TaniaKArora: Do the residents look happy? Do the faculty and residents seem to like one another? #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips |
 | Wendelyn Oslock, MD, MBA (she/her) @WendelynOslock Hi everyone! My name is Wende. I’ve finished 3rd yr, currently working on my MBA @OhioStateMed. Planning to apply to general surgery #AWSchat |
| Justin B. Dimick @jdimick1 @LillianErdahlMD @WomenSurgeons @SarehParangiMD @LisaFerzoco #AWSchat A1. I would ask *specific* questions. Once you can articulate your goals in each domain, have a question about how their program can help develop you within that domain. |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons @WendelynOslock @OhioStateMed Thanks for joining #AWSchat |
| Mara Antonoff, MD, FACS @maraantonoff A1. Most important factor is how well the program aligns with your personal needs and goals: e.g. research opportunities if that’s what you seek, or structured didactics if that meets your learning style etc. make a list of what matters to you. #awschat |
| CTSurgSocMedNetwork @tssmn RT @maraantonoff: A1. Most important factor is how well the program aligns with your personal needs and goals: A1. Most important factor is how well the program aligns with your personal needs and goals: e.g. research opportunities if that’s what you seek, or structured didactics if that meets your learning style etc. make a list of what matters to you. #awschat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @maraantonoff: A1. Most important factor is how well the program aligns with your personal needs and goals: A1. Most important factor is how well the program aligns with your personal needs and goals: e.g. research opportunities if that’s what you seek, or structured didactics if that meets your learning style etc. make a list of what matters to you. #awschat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @jdimick1: @LillianErdahlMD @WomenSurgeons @SarehParangiMD @LisaFerzoco #AWSchat A1. I would ask *specific* questions. Once you can articulate your goals in each domain, have a question about how their program can help develop you within that domain. |
| Rena Malik, MD | Urologist @RenaMalikMD A1 #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips figure out what your dealbreakers are and what is important to you. Research, location, size of program etc. Important to really think about what you need to succeed. This is your life & your career. A supportive program cna make or break you. |
| Tania K. Arora, MD, FACS @TaniaKArora Transparency in the strengths and weaknesses, diversity, and most importantly- sense of humor! #awschat #SurgInterviewTips |
| Justin B. Dimick @jdimick1 @SarehParangiMD @LillianErdahlMD @WomenSurgeons @LisaFerzoco #AWSchat A1. Yes yes, agree. Ask people who have achieved the kinds of things you are hoping to achieve. In whatever domain. |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter @WomenSurgeons A1 If you are looking into pursuing an academic career in surgery, how can you tell how much a program supports research time during residency? Or how can you measure research quality during that period of time? @LillianErdahlMD @jdimick1 @SarehParangiMD @LisaFerzoco #AWSchat |
 | MedEdBot @MedEdBot RT @LillianErdahlMD: Hi, I’m an associate program director for general surgery & happy to learn how I can prepare students for interview success. #AWSchat #MedEd |
| Rena Malik, MD | Urologist @RenaMalikMD A2 #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips Ask lots of questions, specifically of the residents they are typically very honest in their review of the programs strong and weak points. Ask "what do you wish you had more of?" |
 | Ali Wong /SketchyMed @sketchymedicine @WomenSurgeons Canadian Plastics resident in my final year, happy to chat about interviews and residency! #AWSchat |
| Shree Agrawal-Patel @ShreeAgrawal21 I find it is sometimes helpful to think of clinical clerkships or AIs and reflect on positive and negative experiences to determine what your needs might be in residency. #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @TaniaKArora: Transparency in the strengths and weaknesses, diversity, and most importantly- sense of humor! #awschat #SurgInterviewTips |
| Wendelyn Oslock, MD, MBA (she/her) @WendelynOslock @RenaMalikMD Can you expand on how program size impacts the training experience? #AWSchat |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter RT @LillianErdahlMD: @WomenSurgeons A1 Fit is important and includes knowing that the program is interested in training the type of surgeon you are interested in becoming and provides the opportunities you need to prepare for your career. How can you tell this? @SarehParangiMD @jdimick1 @LisaFerzoco #AWSchat |
| Sareh Parangi,MD @SarehParangiMD A1 Are programs giving you protected time and have resources and staff in place to make the kind of research you want to do work? Who will pay for research. Is there grant funding that can support you? Are they presenting at higher quality meetings?All good questions #awschat https://t.co/utvbKbjeMN |
| Dr. Lillian Erdahl MD @LillianErdahlMD @camila_guetter @WomenSurgeons @jdimick1 @SarehParangiMD @LisaFerzoco Ask about the types of projects residents have done in the past, how they are funded, who are the mentors. Look for evidence of presentations & publications. Talk to the residents about their experience. #AWSchat |
 | Dan Hashimoto, MD MS @Laparoscopes @maraantonoff @WomenSurgeons This was so key when I applied/interviewed. Lots of great places to get clinical training but was really looking for specific research opportunities, leadership training, and mentorship. Was lucky to find it all and more with @MGHSurgery #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @jdimick1: @SarehParangiMD @LillianErdahlMD @WomenSurgeons @LisaFerzoco #AWSchat A1. Yes yes, agree. Ask people who have achieved the kinds of things you are hoping to achieve. In whatever domain. |
| Apoorve Nayyar @apoorvenayyar @jdimick1 @WomenSurgeons In academia, in addition to great clinical & research training (which is usually described on websites), how do you navigate whether the program supports other professional development goals (e.g. advocacy, gender equity training/research, leadership ? #AWSChat |
| Justin B. Dimick @jdimick1 @camila_guetter @WomenSurgeons @LillianErdahlMD @SarehParangiMD @LisaFerzoco #AWSchat A1. Great question! I would ask if their residents routinely do research; ask how this is supported (ideally it’s backstopped by Dept); and ask if they can provide CVs of residents that have spent time doing research. |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @camila_guetter: @WomenSurgeons A1 If you are looking into pursuing an academic career in surgery, how can you tell how much a program supports research time during residency? Or how can you measure research quality during that period of time? @LillianErdahlMD @jdimick1 @SarehParangiMD @LisaFerzoco #AWSchat |
 | Amy says try Post: @amylevin @AmyLevinMD @WomenSurgeons Q2. Socialize with the residents! Ask them your questions. You will get a good feel for the culture and comraderie of the group. After all, you will spend a LOT of time with them #AWSchat #WomenInMedicine |
 | Meghana V Kashyap, MD @PubMEG @WomenSurgeons #awschat A1 Alt perspective: How badly do you want to match into that specialty? If not strong applicant but competitive specialty is goal, consider either casting a wide net and taking any program that will interview/rank vs take time to boost application (research, etc.) |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @SarehParangiMD: A1 Are programs giving you protected time and have resources and staff in place to make the kind of research you want to do work? Who will pay for research. Is there grant funding that can support you? Are they presenting at higher quality meetings?All good questions #awschat https://t.co/utvbKbjeMN |
| Lisa Ferzoco @LisaFerzoco Q1, ask yourself- can you see yourself spending the next 5-7 years here, considering Program/ location and certainly not least important- social support- Things may happen in your personal life. Do you have the social structure at least nearby to help if needed? #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @PubMEG: @WomenSurgeons #awschat A1 Alt perspective: @WomenSurgeons #awschat A1 Alt perspective: How badly do you want to match into that specialty? If not strong applicant but competitive specialty is goal, consider either casting a wide net and taking any program that will interview/rank vs take time to boost application (research, etc.) |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons @sketchymedicine Welcome #AWSchat |
| Dan Hashimoto, MD MS @Laparoscopes RT @jdimick1: @WomenSurgeons #AWSchat A1. IMO the most important factors depend on what YOU are looking for in a program. What are your goals? Are you looking for academic training? Of what kind? What other professional development goals do you have? Are they supported? |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @LisaFerzoco: Q1, ask yourself- can you see yourself spending the next 5-7 years here, considering Program/ location and certainly not least important- social support- Things may happen in your personal life. Do you have the social structure at least nearby to help if needed? #AWSchat |
| Tania K. Arora, MD, FACS @TaniaKArora @WendelynOslock @RenaMalikMD Can mean diff things diff places. E.g. could be spread too thin in a smaller program whereas other small programs may have greater resources and $ for fewer. #AWSChat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons Q3 – What type of implicit bias questions might students face in an interview? How can students prepare to tactfully answer these questions? #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips https://t.co/kNywdEngak |
| Justin B. Dimick @jdimick1 @apoorvenayyar @WomenSurgeons #AWSChat A1. These are REALLY important! I would ask specifically about these activities—follow up with any faculty leads in these areas if they provide names; ask if any residents are working in these areas and follow up with them |
| Sareh Parangi,MD @SarehParangiMD Ask yourself are those the kinds of research projects I am interested in and want to do? Will this excite me? Not everyone will be same. My first surgical research experience by the way with The Dr Oz the resident! It was dynamic and fun but I went back to basic science #AWSChat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @jdimick1: @apoorvenayyar @WomenSurgeons #AWSChat A1. These are REALLY important! I would ask specifically about these activities—follow up with any faculty leads in these areas if they provide names; ask if any residents are working in these areas and follow up with them |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons Excellent #AWSchat comments - look at a program's track record |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @SarehParangiMD: Ask yourself are those the kinds of research projects I am interested in and want to do? Will this excite me? Not everyone will be same. My first surgical research experience by the way with The Dr Oz the resident! It was dynamic and fun but I went back to basic science #AWSChat |
| Tania K. Arora, MD, FACS @TaniaKArora @apoorvenayyar @jdimick1 @WomenSurgeons Look for the faculty and residents at a program doing some of what you are passionate about! Don’t be afraid to ask. #AWSChat |
| Tania K. Arora, MD, FACS @TaniaKArora RT @LisaFerzoco: Q1, ask yourself- can you see yourself spending the next 5-7 years here, considering Program/ location and certainly not least important- social support- Things may happen in your personal life. Do you have the social structure at least nearby to help if needed? #AWSchat |
| Shree Agrawal-Patel @ShreeAgrawal21 RT @SarehParangiMD: A1 Are programs giving you protected time and have resources and staff in place to make the kind of research you want to do work? Who will pay for research. Is there grant funding that can support you? Are they presenting at higher quality meetings?All good questions #awschat https://t.co/utvbKbjeMN |
| Mara Antonoff, MD, FACS @maraantonoff A2. Talk to the residents and previous graduates! If possible, ask the OR nurses! #AWSChat |
| Justin B. Dimick @jdimick1 @MadelineBTorres @camila_guetter @WomenSurgeons @LillianErdahlMD @SarehParangiMD @LisaFerzoco Yes! pubmed, NIH reporter, and Google are great sources of objective information. Pubmed their Chief residents if interested in an academic Program. #AWSchat |
| Shree Agrawal-Patel @ShreeAgrawal21 RT @WomenSurgeons: Q3 – What type of implicit bias questions might students face in an interview? How can students prepare to tactfully answer these questions? #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips https://t.co/kNywdEngak |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons #AWSchat |
 | American Surgeon @PheoSurgeon @WomenSurgeons Really get a sense from the residents how they feel there. See how many women they have on faculty and how many of them are in senior or leadership positions. That speaks volumes about the institutional culture which trickles down to the most junior residents. #AWSChat |
| Meghana V Kashyap, MD @PubMEG #awschat A2 Keep ears wide open, notice # residents at interview dinners and interview day and how they interact. 2 key points: one awesome person does not necessarily represent the culture + your interview cohort is possible co-residents so share your findings with each other |
| Shree Agrawal-Patel @ShreeAgrawal21 RT @jdimick1: @MadelineBTorres @camila_guetter @WomenSurgeons @LillianErdahlMD @SarehParangiMD @LisaFerzoco Yes! pubmed, NIH reporter, and Google are great sources of objective information. Pubmed their Chief residents if interested in an academic Program. #AWSchat |
| CTSurgSocMedNetwork @tssmn RT @maraantonoff: A2. Talk to the residents and previous graduates! If possible, ask the OR nurses! #AWSChat |
 | Lydia L. Seiders @lseiders3 RT @WomenSurgeons: Q3 – What type of implicit bias questions might students face in an interview? How can students prepare to tactfully answer these questions? #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips https://t.co/kNywdEngak |
| American Surgeon @PheoSurgeon @WomenSurgeons Sanziana Roman Professor of Surgery UCSF endocrine surgeon, musician, and avid animal lover. #awschat |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter RT @jdimick1: @apoorvenayyar @WomenSurgeons #AWSChat A1. These are REALLY important! I would ask specifically about these activities—follow up with any faculty leads in these areas if they provide names; ask if any residents are working in these areas and follow up with them |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @PubMEG: #awschat A2 Keep ears wide open, notice # residents at interview dinners and interview day and how they interact. 2 key points: one awesome person does not necessarily represent the culture + your interview cohort is possible co-residents so share your findings with each other |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @SanzianaR: @WomenSurgeons Really get a sense from the residents how they feel there. See how many women they have on faculty and how many of them are in senior or leadership positions. That speaks volumes about the institutional culture which trickles down to the most junior residents. #AWSChat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @jdimick1: @MadelineBTorres @camila_guetter @WomenSurgeons @LillianErdahlMD @SarehParangiMD @LisaFerzoco Yes! pubmed, NIH reporter, and Google are great sources of objective information. Pubmed their Chief residents if interested in an academic Program. #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @maraantonoff: A2. Talk to the residents and previous graduates! If possible, ask the OR nurses! #AWSChat |
| Rena Malik, MD | Urologist @RenaMalikMD A3 #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips are you married, do you have kids, do you want to have kids? Not appropriate and not allowed. Decide if you feel you want to answer these questions before you are faced with them. If no say I prefer not to discuss my family life. |
| Tania K. Arora, MD, FACS @TaniaKArora I was asked about whether I would perform an abortion, if I was planning on having children, and how I was going to feel about moving far away from ‘mommy and daddy’ #awschat #bias |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter RT @WomenSurgeons: Excellent #AWSchat comments - look at a program's track record |
| Justin B. Dimick @jdimick1 A2. Best way—do an away rotation there, or talk to someone who has. 2nd best way—Talk to as many trainees as you can. Try and access residents outside the formal process, so you get less biased information. #AWSchat |
| Mara Antonoff, MD, FACS @maraantonoff A3 You may get questions about your spouse or children or intent to have children. Redirect the conversation by emphasizing that regardless of your family/personal life, you intend to focus on your training during your residency and that it is your key priority. #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons #AWSchat great point @drmlb ask what the pass rates for boards are, case volume, ask about the culture! We suggest keeping a journal with questions to ask each program |
| Shree Agrawal-Patel @ShreeAgrawal21 RT @maraantonoff: A3 You may get questions about your spouse or children or intent to have children. Redirect the conversation by emphasizing that regardless of your family/personal life, you intend to focus on your training during your residency and that it is your key priority. #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @jdimick1: A2. Best way—do an away rotation there, or talk to someone who has. 2nd best way—Talk to as many trainees as you can. Try and access residents outside the formal process, so you get less biased information. #AWSchat |
| Shree Agrawal-Patel @ShreeAgrawal21 RT @jdimick1: A2. Best way—do an away rotation there, or talk to someone who has. 2nd best way—Talk to as many trainees as you can. Try and access residents outside the formal process, so you get less biased information. #AWSchat |
| Dr. Lillian Erdahl MD @LillianErdahlMD @MadelineBTorres @SarehParangiMD A3 First, asking your child-bearing plans is illegal. That being said, I still hear from students that questions alluding to this are asked. Interviewers only need to know that you are prepared to excel and complete the work necessary to be an outstanding resident. #AWSchat |
| Dr. Lillian Erdahl MD @LillianErdahlMD RT @RenaMalikMD: A3 #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips are you married, do you have kids, do you want to have kids? Not appropriate and not allowed. Decide if you feel you want to answer these questions before you are faced with them. If no say I prefer not to discuss my family life. |
 | Mary L. Brandt, MD, MDiv @drmlb Whoops.... #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips A1 |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons @TaniaKArora What advice do you have on answering these questions if asked? #AWSchat |
 | Heather Yeo MD @heatheryeomd You are looking for your family for the next 5-7 years... so yes focus on the residents. How do they get along? And the attendings... are they happy-can you see yourself in their shoes? #SurgTweeting #SurgInterviewTips #awschat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons Q4– What are common pitfalls to avoid during the interview visit? #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips https://t.co/fcrnfKpXFi |
| Heather Yeo MD @heatheryeomd Late to the show... busy day in the OR and now helping kids with homework! #AWSchat |
| Wendelyn Oslock, MD, MBA (she/her) @WendelynOslock @RenaMalikMD Can folks volunteer ways they’ve answered these questions or effective ways they’ve heard others answer these types of questions? #AWSchat |
| Justin B. Dimick @jdimick1 RT @WomenSurgeons: Q4– What are common pitfalls to avoid during the interview visit? #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips https://t.co/fcrnfKpXFi |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @heatheryeomd: You are looking for your family for the next 5-7 years... so yes focus on the residents. How do they get along? And the attendings... are they happy-can you see yourself in their shoes? #SurgTweeting #SurgInterviewTips #awschat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @maraantonoff: A3 You may get questions about your spouse or children or intent to have children. Redirect the conversation by emphasizing that regardless of your family/personal life, you intend to focus on your training during your residency and that it is your key priority. #AWSchat |
| Sareh Parangi,MD @SarehParangiMD Also on day of interview go visit the labs. Almost no one does. Lots of people to talk to and you can see what is really behind the scenes. I visited at UCSF and MGH when interviewing and was impressed back then #AWSChat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @RenaMalikMD: A3 #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips are you married, do you have kids, do you want to have kids? Not appropriate and not allowed. Decide if you feel you want to answer these questions before you are faced with them. If no say I prefer not to discuss my family life. |
| Tania K. Arora, MD, FACS @TaniaKArora @WomenSurgeons Take a breath, smile, answer your truth and know your rank list will do the right thing. #awschat #SurgInterviewTips |
| Lisa Ferzoco @LisaFerzoco A2- Go to the social events (more on this later). See who else attends. Are there many attendings there or just the Chair and PD? Many residents? Are they mingling easily with attendings? This will give you a feel for camaraderie in the program. #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @SarehParangiMD: Also on day of interview go visit the labs. Almost no one does. Lots of people to talk to and you can see what is really behind the scenes. I visited at UCSF and MGH when interviewing and was impressed back then #AWSChat |
| Rena Malik, MD | Urologist @RenaMalikMD A4 #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips being too quiet or conversely being overly talkative. Just be yourself, be prepared with some small talk and ask questions, it shows you are interested. It can get exhausting but keep your head in the game and have fun! |
| Shree Agrawal-Patel @ShreeAgrawal21 RT @RenaMalikMD: A4 #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips being too quiet or conversely being overly talkative. Just be yourself, be prepared with some small talk and ask questions, it shows you are interested. It can get exhausting but keep your head in the game and have fun! |
| Meghana V Kashyap, MD @PubMEG @WomenSurgeons #awschat A3 When asked inappropriate racial question and new female surgeon talked about the program historically biased against women, I chose to engage and speak honestly, because lying to match wasn't going to magically make that the right fit. Stay true to yourself. |
| Rena Malik, MD | Urologist @RenaMalikMD RT @WendelynOslock: @RenaMalikMD Can folks volunteer ways they’ve answered these questions or effective ways they’ve heard others answer these types of questions? #AWSchat |
| Dr. Lillian Erdahl MD @LillianErdahlMD @WendelynOslock @RenaMalikMD Like @maraantonoff said, tell the interviewer that you are committed to the job and making it work with any commitments that you have outside of work. #AWSchat |
 | Linda Barry, MD, MPH, FACS @BhealthyMD Residents are a goldmine but be tactful! Ask what is the best thing they like about it. What would they change or improve in the program that would enhance their experience? Would you stay if they offered you a job after residency/fellowship? Why or why not? #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons #AWSchat |
| Justin B. Dimick @jdimick1 @SarehParangiMD Yes! This always impresses me...when someone asks for a tour of our HSR “lab”. I enjoy giving these tours to people who share a passion. #AWSchat |
| Shree Agrawal-Patel @ShreeAgrawal21 RT @BhealthyMD: Residents are a goldmine but be tactful! Ask what is the best thing they like about it. What would they change or improve in the program that would enhance their experience? Would you stay if they offered you a job after residency/fellowship? Why or why not? #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @PubMEG: @WomenSurgeons #awschat A3 When asked inappropriate racial question and new female surgeon talked about the program historically biased against women, I chose to engage and speak honestly, because lying to match wasn't going to magically make that the right fit. Stay true to yourself. |
| Shree Agrawal-Patel @ShreeAgrawal21 RT @jdimick1: @SarehParangiMD Yes! This always impresses me...when someone asks for a tour of our HSR “lab”. I enjoy giving these tours to people who share a passion. #AWSchat |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter @jdimick1 @WomenSurgeons This is great advice! Doing an away rotation definitely helps you getting a feel for the program. #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips |
| Apoorve Nayyar @apoorvenayyar @jdimick1 Should political views relating to healthcare (eg gun safety, access to reproductive rights, gender equality) be a consideration? Any way to get a feel of the fit/pursuing research work in the area given that conversations regarding these are typically off limits #AWSChat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @BhealthyMD: Residents are a goldmine but be tactful! Ask what is the best thing they like about it. What would they change or improve in the program that would enhance their experience? Would you stay if they offered you a job after residency/fellowship? Why or why not? #AWSchat |
| Tania K. Arora, MD, FACS @TaniaKArora A revealing suit, leaning over the desk too closely to the interviewer, forgetting you were good enough to get the interview #AWSChat |
| Mary L. Brandt, MD, MDiv @drmlb @RenaMalikMD It is illegal and should be reported to @acgme. (There are anonymous ways to do this. ) My answer was “If you can tell me why that has a bearing on my performance as a resident, I will be happy to answer your question.” p.s. Never rank a program where this is asked. #AWSchat |
| Sareh Parangi,MD @SarehParangiMD Yes should not be asking about kids! A polite “Wow never thought I would be asked that! those are personal questions and decisions indeed which will happen with a lot of forethought” or “that’s a personal question-you know not all surgeons have kids”#AWSChat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @drmlb: @RenaMalikMD It is illegal and should be reported to @acgme. (There are anonymous ways to do this. ) My answer was “If you can tell me why that has a bearing on my performance as a resident, I will be happy to answer your question.” p.s. Never rank a program where this is asked. #AWSchat |
| Mary L. Brandt, MD, MDiv @drmlb @PubMEG Talk to the residents. #AWSchat |
| Dr. Lillian Erdahl MD @LillianErdahlMD RT @SarehParangiMD: Yes should not be asking about kids! A polite “Wow never thought I would be asked that! those are personal questions and decisions indeed which will happen with a lot of forethought” or “that’s a personal question-you know not all surgeons have kids”#AWSChat |
 | Jessica G.Y. Luc, MD @JessicaLuc1 Sorry I am late. Just joining in from @UBCmedicine from Vancouver. Jessica Luc, PGY1 Cardiovascular Surgery Resident @UBC #Vancouver #Canada #TSSMN #CTCareers #WomeninSurgery #innovators #MedEd #researchers #SoMe #AWSchat |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter RT @SarehParangiMD: Also on day of interview go visit the labs. Almost no one does. Lots of people to talk to and you can see what is really behind the scenes. I visited at UCSF and MGH when interviewing and was impressed back then #AWSChat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons Q5 – What tips do you have for the social events the night before interviews? #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips https://t.co/zFMEnpicNB |
| Rena Malik, MD | Urologist @RenaMalikMD @MadelineBTorres Completely agree ☝️ #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter RT @drmlb: @RenaMalikMD It is illegal and should be reported to @acgme. (There are anonymous ways to do this. ) My answer was “If you can tell me why that has a bearing on my performance as a resident, I will be happy to answer your question.” p.s. Never rank a program where this is asked. #AWSchat |
| Dr. Lillian Erdahl MD @LillianErdahlMD And that #WomenInMedicine #HeForShe is how we #changethestatusquo TY @drmlb #PROWD #AWSchat |
| Lisa Ferzoco @LisaFerzoco A3- look for these “out of bounds” questions at social events as well. Obviously it’s ok for you to be conversational and talk about your family, but it’s not OK to be asked about your family planning, child care arrangements, or your spouses employment situation. #AWSchat |
| Madeline Torres @MadelineBTorres RT @LillianErdahlMD: And that #WomenInMedicine #HeForShe is how we #changethestatusquo TY @drmlb #PROWD #AWSchat |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter @WomenSurgeons How can you take the most out of these events? #AWSChat @WomenSurgeons |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @LisaFerzoco: A3- look for these “out of bounds” questions at social events as well. Obviously it’s ok for you to be conversational and talk about your family, but it’s not OK to be asked about your family planning, child care arrangements, or your spouses employment situation. #AWSchat |
| Sareh Parangi,MD @SarehParangiMD Most programs have 2/3 years built in after PGY2/3. If going in after 2 they need to have mechanisms in place to match u up with mentor during intern year. Ask if they have a research mentoring program and NIH training grants. #awschat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @SarehParangiMD: Yes should not be asking about kids! A polite “Wow never thought I would be asked that! those are personal questions and decisions indeed which will happen with a lot of forethought” or “that’s a personal question-you know not all surgeons have kids”#AWSChat |
| CTSurgSocMedNetwork @tssmn RT @JessicaLuc1: Sorry I am late. Just joining in from @UBCmedicine from Vancouver. Jessica Luc, PGY1 Cardiovascular Surgery Resident @UBC #Vancouver #Canada #TSSMN #CTCareers #WomeninSurgery #innovators #MedEd #researchers #SoMe #AWSchat |
| Apoorve Nayyar @apoorvenayyar @LillianErdahlMD @MadelineBTorres @SarehParangiMD If fellow applicants do get asked such questions, should that be considered a reflection of the culture or the individual? Any tips on how to differentiate the two? #AWSchat @WomenSurgeons |
| Rena Malik, MD | Urologist @RenaMalikMD A5 #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips Don't drink too much! Always remember you are being evaluated even if it's just the residents |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @SarehParangiMD: Most programs have 2/3 years built in after PGY2/3. If going in after 2 they need to have mechanisms in place to match u up with mentor during intern year. Ask if they have a research mentoring program and NIH training grants. #awschat |
 | STS's The Hub @TheHub_STS RT @JessicaLuc1: Sorry I am late. Just joining in from @UBCmedicine from Vancouver. Jessica Luc, PGY1 Cardiovascular Surgery Resident @UBC #Vancouver #Canada #TSSMN #CTCareers #WomeninSurgery #innovators #MedEd #researchers #SoMe #AWSchat |
| Rena Malik, MD | Urologist @RenaMalikMD @camila_guetter @WomenSurgeons Socialize with the residents not just your fellow applicants, ask questions and be yourself. #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips |
| Dr. Lillian Erdahl MD @LillianErdahlMD @camila_guetter @WomenSurgeons Be strategic, know what you want to learn about the program. Practice your elevator speech so that you can briefly summarize why you are there when you have the chance. #AWSchat |
| Jessica G.Y. Luc, MD @JessicaLuc1 @jdimick1 @LillianErdahlMD @WomenSurgeons @SarehParangiMD @LisaFerzoco Or better yet, instead of only looking for how program's can help you, ask and look for opportunities to give back and contribute to the program you are interviewing at #AWSChat - it has to be win-win. |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @LillianErdahlMD: @camila_guetter @WomenSurgeons Be strategic, know what you want to learn about the program. Practice your elevator speech so that you can briefly summarize why you are there when you have the chance. #AWSchat |
 | Atul Grover, MD, PhD @AtulGroverMD RT @heatheryeomd: You are looking for your family for the next 5-7 years... so yes focus on the residents. How do they get along? And the attendings... are they happy-can you see yourself in their shoes? #SurgTweeting #SurgInterviewTips #awschat |
| Atul Grover, MD, PhD @AtulGroverMD RT @jdimick1: A2. Best way—do an away rotation there, or talk to someone who has. 2nd best way—Talk to as many trainees as you can. Try and access residents outside the formal process, so you get less biased information. #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons Great question from @SarahJArmenia @RASACS @SarehParangiMD @jdimick1 @LisaFerzoco #AWSchat |
| Rena Malik, MD | Urologist @RenaMalikMD @apoorvenayyar @LillianErdahlMD @MadelineBTorres @SarehParangiMD @WomenSurgeons Hard to say. I believe there are many faculty members and their Individual #implicitbias doesn't reflect the program as a whole. #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @RenaMalikMD: A5 #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips Don't drink too much! Always remember you are being evaluated even if it's just the residents |
| Heather Yeo MD @heatheryeomd RT @drmlb: @RenaMalikMD It is illegal and should be reported to @acgme. (There are anonymous ways to do this. ) My answer was “If you can tell me why that has a bearing on my performance as a resident, I will be happy to answer your question.” p.s. Never rank a program where this is asked. #AWSchat |
| Jessica G.Y. Luc, MD @JessicaLuc1 Super important point by Dr. @maraantonoff - the beginning of a successful interview is how well you know yourself #AWSchat. Self-reflection and self-awareness of your strengths as well as your limitations are key. |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter RT @SarehParangiMD: Most programs have 2/3 years built in after PGY2/3. If going in after 2 they need to have mechanisms in place to match u up with mentor during intern year. Ask if they have a research mentoring program and NIH training grants. #awschat |
| Tania K. Arora, MD, FACS @TaniaKArora @WomenSurgeons Stay as long as you can, engage with as many as you can- you need to find the tribe that will support you at 3 in the am on a busy night and for years to come! #awschat |
| Justin B. Dimick @jdimick1 @WomenSurgeons A4. Don’t forget to do your homework. Google is your friend. Read about the program. Who are the leaders? Who runs what programs? Don’t ask the residency program director “could you point out the residency program director?” #AWSchat |
 | Chris Childers @cchildersmd A2 #AWSChat See how turns out to the night before interview day... if it's only the chiefs, ask why there are no interns, if only interns... ask why no chiefs? See how the interns interact with the chiefs... |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter RT @LillianErdahlMD: @camila_guetter @WomenSurgeons Be strategic, know what you want to learn about the program. Practice your elevator speech so that you can briefly summarize why you are there when you have the chance. #AWSchat |
| Mary L. Brandt, MD, MDiv @drmlb @WomenSurgeons @SarahJArmenia @RASACS @SarehParangiMD @jdimick1 @LisaFerzoco A5. Mostly a gut feeling. If you have any doubt, I’d find recent graduates to talk to. #AWSChat |
| Rena Malik, MD | Urologist @RenaMalikMD @SarahJArmenia Trust your gut. You can tell if people are being genuine. Most residents want applicants who are a good fit. It helps their training as well as yours. #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @JessicaLuc1: @jdimick1 @LillianErdahlMD @WomenSurgeons @SarehParangiMD @LisaFerzoco Or better yet, instead of only looking for how program's can help you, ask and look for opportunities to give back and contribute to the program you are interviewing at #AWSChat - it has to be win-win. |
| Chris Childers @cchildersmd RT @WendelynOslock: @RenaMalikMD Can you expand on how program size impacts the training experience? #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @drmlb: @WomenSurgeons @SarahJArmenia @RASACS @SarehParangiMD @jdimick1 @LisaFerzoco A5. Mostly a gut feeling. If you have any doubt, I’d find recent graduates to talk to. #AWSChat |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter @LillianErdahlMD @WomenSurgeons I will make sure to work on that elevator speech :) Great advice, Dr. Erdahl! #AWSChat #SurgInterviewTips |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @cchildersmd: A2 #AWSChat See how turns out to the night before interview day... if it's only the chiefs, ask why there are no interns, if only interns... ask why no chiefs? See how the interns interact with the chiefs... |
| Jessica G.Y. Luc, MD @JessicaLuc1 @RenaMalikMD @WendelynOslock Also important to see what ancillary staff are available for support - ex. nurse practitioners or family physicians who are able to run the ward / ICU to free you up for OR and operating experience #AWSchat |
| Meghana V Kashyap, MD @PubMEG @WomenSurgeons #awschat A4 Control what you can: rmr your audience when dressing professionally, not the time to try to be fashion forward. Showing your personality matters for fit, but drawings of dragons may not be necessary (this happened). Don't disparage your med school or other programs! |
| Tania K. Arora, MD, FACS @TaniaKArora RT @LillianErdahlMD: @camila_guetter @WomenSurgeons Be strategic, know what you want to learn about the program. Practice your elevator speech so that you can briefly summarize why you are there when you have the chance. #AWSchat |
| Chris Childers @cchildersmd RT @camila_guetter: @WomenSurgeons A1 If you are looking into pursuing an academic career in surgery, how can you tell how much a program supports research time during residency? Or how can you measure research quality during that period of time? @LillianErdahlMD @jdimick1 @SarehParangiMD @LisaFerzoco #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons #Goldnuggets #surginterviewtips #interviewtips #AWSchat |
| Dr. Lillian Erdahl MD @LillianErdahlMD @apoorvenayyar @jdimick1 In general, politics are better left out of interviews. If you have a particular advocacy work that you have already done or want to do, such as gun violence prevention research, then it is OK to discuss. Know that it may be controversial. #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons #AWSchat |
| Tania K. Arora, MD, FACS @TaniaKArora RT @jdimick1: @WomenSurgeons A4. Don’t forget to do your homework. Google is your friend. Read about the program. Who are the leaders? Who runs what programs? Don’t ask the residency program director “could you point out the residency program director?” #AWSchat |
 | Renee Hilton, M.D. @reneehilton30 Operative and research experience, mentors,academic opportunity, location, and very important is the “visceral” sense of belonging #AWSChat |
| Sareh Parangi,MD @SarehParangiMD A5 I find most residents are too smart to be dishonest. What’s the point? It doesn’t do anyone favors to get a wrong fit. Talking to other residents such as medicine/anesthesia/OB helps- what’s your perception of the surgical residents? #awschat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @reneehilton30: Operative and research experience, mentors,academic opportunity, location, and very important is the “visceral” sense of belonging #AWSChat |
| Justin B. Dimick @jdimick1 @LillianErdahlMD @camila_guetter @WomenSurgeons Agree! What elements do you think the elevator speech should include? #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @jdimick1: @WomenSurgeons A4. Don’t forget to do your homework. Google is your friend. Read about the program. Who are the leaders? Who runs what programs? Don’t ask the residency program director “could you point out the residency program director?” #AWSchat |
| Jessica G.Y. Luc, MD @JessicaLuc1 @Laparoscopes @maraantonoff @WomenSurgeons @MGHSurgery 👇 Important point made by @Laparoscopes. You are looking for places that will not only train you to become an excellent surgeon, but also an excellent researcher, leader, mentor, advocate, educator and person. #AWSchat |
| Linda Barry, MD, MPH, FACS @BhealthyMD A4. Treat everyone you encounter with respect, as if every encounter from other residents to the secretary are all part of the interview. I’ve seen people be disrespectful to cleaning staff as if that wouldn’t get back to us. It reflects poorly on you & your character. #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @SarehParangiMD: A5 I find most residents are too smart to be dishonest. What’s the point? It doesn’t do anyone favors to get a wrong fit. Talking to other residents such as medicine/anesthesia/OB helps- what’s your perception of the surgical residents? #awschat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons Q6 – How and when should candidates contact residency programs after the interview is over? #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips https://t.co/1GReSYWMn7 |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter A4 Being prepared and showing that you are prepared are crucial. #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips |
| Apoorve Nayyar @apoorvenayyar @LillianErdahlMD @jdimick1 Even conversations surrounding gender equality? No unanimous advice on this... #AWSchat |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter RT @JessicaLuc1: @jdimick1 @LillianErdahlMD @WomenSurgeons @SarehParangiMD @LisaFerzoco Or better yet, instead of only looking for how program's can help you, ask and look for opportunities to give back and contribute to the program you are interviewing at #AWSChat - it has to be win-win. |
| Sareh Parangi,MD @SarehParangiMD Excellent idea! Reading those newsletters and research emails makes certain programs shine in research! #AWSChat |
| Renee Hilton, M.D. @reneehilton30 Go straight to the source- the current residents. Find out the strengths and weaknesses. Go to interview social mixers. #AWSChat |
| Meghana V Kashyap, MD @PubMEG @WomenSurgeons #awschat A5 GO! So many people skip these, and they do can become repetitive, but they tell you a LOT about the culture of the residents/program. You don't have to ask questions, you can just listen and observe (and get a free meal out of it). |
| Justin B. Dimick @jdimick1 @TaniaKArora @apoorvenayyar @WomenSurgeons Yes 100%! #AWSchat |
| Chris Childers @cchildersmd RT @SarehParangiMD: Also on day of interview go visit the labs. Almost no one does. Lots of people to talk to and you can see what is really behind the scenes. I visited at UCSF and MGH when interviewing and was impressed back then #AWSChat |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter @JessicaLuc1 @jdimick1 @LillianErdahlMD @WomenSurgeons @SarehParangiMD @LisaFerzoco I love this, @JessicaLuc1! Seeing in what ways you can contribute and add to the program would make you a genuine great fit. #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips |
| Sareh Parangi,MD @SarehParangiMD This! So true! Social support is so important. Either from within program or outside or preferably both. Right on! #AWSChat |
| Jessica G.Y. Luc, MD @JessicaLuc1 RT @camila_guetter: @JessicaLuc1 @jdimick1 @LillianErdahlMD @WomenSurgeons @SarehParangiMD @LisaFerzoco I love this, @JessicaLuc1! Seeing in what ways you can contribute and add to the program would make you a genuine great fit. #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips |
| Jessica G.Y. Luc, MD @JessicaLuc1 RT @JessicaLuc1: @jdimick1 @LillianErdahlMD @WomenSurgeons @SarehParangiMD @LisaFerzoco Or better yet, instead of only looking for how program's can help you, ask and look for opportunities to give back and contribute to the program you are interviewing at #AWSChat - it has to be win-win. |
 | CC @civsane RT @LisaFerzoco: Q1, ask yourself- can you see yourself spending the next 5-7 years here, considering Program/ location and certainly not least important- social support- Things may happen in your personal life. Do you have the social structure at least nearby to help if needed? #AWSchat |
| Renee Hilton, M.D. @reneehilton30 Make sure to stand out only in good ways- it is not the time to rock out that red suit. Don’t be someone you’re not. NO POLITICS. #AWSChat |
| Chris Childers @cchildersmd @WomenSurgeons A4 #AWSChat Don't forget how small a hospital/system community is... don't ignore the interns in favor of talking only to the chiefs, or only talking to the PD and ignoring the NPs |
| Sareh Parangi,MD @SarehParangiMD Right on. Each time til this ends! And agree zero tolerance. #AWSChat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @reneehilton30: Make sure to stand out only in good ways- it is not the time to rock out that red suit. Don’t be someone you’re not. NO POLITICS. #AWSChat |
| Justin B. Dimick @jdimick1 @apoorvenayyar @LillianErdahlMD I think equity is a cultural issue not a political issue. Positive cultures embrace, welcome, and value diversity—and can articulate their plans to improve equity. #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @PubMEG: @WomenSurgeons #awschat A5 GO! So many people skip these, and they do can become repetitive, but they tell you a LOT about the culture of the residents/program. You don't have to ask questions, you can just listen and observe (and get a free meal out of it). |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @reneehilton30: Go straight to the source- the current residents. Find out the strengths and weaknesses. Go to interview social mixers. #AWSChat |
| Chris Childers @cchildersmd @WomenSurgeons A4 #AWSChat and personally I wouldn't believe anybody that says "I have no impact on your application"... red flags are still going to be red flags, and if its egregious enough, it will end up back on the PDs desk |
 | Frances Wright @FrancesWright15 #AWSChat ask the residents if they are happy, would they recommend the program? |
| Linda Barry, MD, MPH, FACS @BhealthyMD A5. Treat it like a first date...Be your best self and don’t go overboard oversharing and drinking. It’s the opportunity to ask insightful questions about their experiences. You may get some info that can help you during your interview the next day. #AWSchat |
 | Jeffrey Farma @JeffreyFarma RT @FrancesWright15: #AWSChat ask the residents if they are happy, would they recommend the program? |
| Meghana V Kashyap, MD @PubMEG @WomenSurgeons #awschat A6 I sent handwritten cards 2 every person who interviewed me at every program, ASAP. If I did it again, I'd send handwritten cards to the people whose conversations truly benefited me, emails to programs I ranked highest, and avoid sending generic notes to everyone else |
| Apoorve Nayyar @apoorvenayyar RT @jdimick1: @apoorvenayyar @LillianErdahlMD I think equity is a cultural issue not a political issue. Positive cultures embrace, welcome, and value diversity—and can articulate their plans to improve equity. #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons Talk to everyone! The nurses, program coordinator, other staff helping with #interviewday have a lot to say about the program #AWSchat |
| Heather Yeo MD @heatheryeomd I think it’s nice to send a thank you. I may be old sad himes-but I think it helps people to remember you and let’s them know what you got out of the visit. #awschat #SurgInterviewTips #SurgTweeting |
| Chris Childers @cchildersmd #AWSChat I second and third this.. there is always "that" applicant on the interview trail |
| Tania K. Arora, MD, FACS @TaniaKArora A prompt genuine specific handwritten note or email is effective. #AWSChat |
| Justin B. Dimick @jdimick1 @camila_guetter @JessicaLuc1 @LillianErdahlMD @WomenSurgeons @SarehParangiMD @LisaFerzoco I agree 100%! It is also rare. Reminds me of my conversations with @v_valbuen who has taught me more than I have taught her. #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @heatheryeomd: I think it’s nice to send a thank you. I may be old sad himes-but I think it helps people to remember you and let’s them know what you got out of the visit. #awschat #SurgInterviewTips #SurgTweeting |
| Apoorve Nayyar @apoorvenayyar @jdimick1 @LillianErdahlMD Thanks! That helps 🙏🏻 #AWSChat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @BhealthyMD: A5. Treat it like a first date...Be your best self and don’t go overboard oversharing and drinking. It’s the opportunity to ask insightful questions about their experiences. You may get some info that can help you during your interview the next day. #AWSchat |
| Heather Yeo MD @heatheryeomd @WomenSurgeons The world is small. You will see these people for the rest of your life and career. Be polite! #SurgInterviewTips #AWSChat |
| Shree Agrawal-Patel @ShreeAgrawal21 A4. Agree! There is no reason to not be kind and respectful in your interactions with everyone. #KindnessMatters #AWSchat |
| Sareh Parangi,MD @SarehParangiMD RT @jdimick1: @apoorvenayyar @LillianErdahlMD I think equity is a cultural issue not a political issue. Positive cultures embrace, welcome, and value diversity—and can articulate their plans to improve equity. #AWSchat |
 | MeridithEnglander,MD @meridity1 RT @SarehParangiMD: Yes should not be asking about kids! A polite “Wow never thought I would be asked that! those are personal questions and decisions indeed which will happen with a lot of forethought” or “that’s a personal question-you know not all surgeons have kids”#AWSChat |
| Dr. Lillian Erdahl MD @LillianErdahlMD @jdimick1 @camila_guetter @WomenSurgeons Who you are. Why you are there (both in surgery & at that program). What you want in a residency program. How you will make an excellent resident surgeon. Where you’re headed in your career (to the extent you know at this time). #AWSchat |
| Renee Hilton, M.D. @reneehilton30 Limit the ETOH. Be polite to everyone- we had students who were rude to servers last year- my partner owns the restaurant. Bad. #AWSChat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @BhealthyMD: A4. Treat everyone you encounter with respect, as if every encounter from other residents to the secretary are all part of the interview. I’ve seen people be disrespectful to cleaning staff as if that wouldn’t get back to us. It reflects poorly on you & your character. #AWSchat |
| Chris Childers @cchildersmd RT @heatheryeomd: @WomenSurgeons The world is small. You will see these people for the rest of your life and career. Be polite! #SurgInterviewTips #AWSChat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons Do you have a #elevatorspeech ? @LillianErdahlMD offers tips as to what it should include! #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @LillianErdahlMD: @jdimick1 @camila_guetter @WomenSurgeons Who you are. Why you are there (both in surgery & at that program). What you want in a residency program. How you will make an excellent resident surgeon. Where you’re headed in your career (to the extent you know at this time). #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @FrancesWright15: #AWSChat ask the residents if they are happy, would they recommend the program? |
 | Stephanie Bonne @scrubbedin RT @heatheryeomd: @WomenSurgeons The world is small. You will see these people for the rest of your life and career. Be polite! #SurgInterviewTips #AWSChat |
| Shree Agrawal-Patel @ShreeAgrawal21 RT @LillianErdahlMD: @jdimick1 @camila_guetter @WomenSurgeons Who you are. Why you are there (both in surgery & at that program). What you want in a residency program. How you will make an excellent resident surgeon. Where you’re headed in your career (to the extent you know at this time). #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons We are nearing the end of this #AWSchat Thank you for participating and please share your final thoughts! |
| Stephanie Bonne @scrubbedin A6: call me old fashioned, but I still prefer a handwritten note to an email. #grandma #AWSChat |
| Sareh Parangi,MD @SarehParangiMD A4 respect all the people you see and smile! Everyone is a bit tired during interview season but Smile and get the most out of the day. Don’t look like you are ready to run out of there. And don’t say “I know I am gonna get in here” to your students on the interview. #AWSChat |
| Lisa Ferzoco @LisaFerzoco Q4• avoid negative statements. Be aware of your speech patterns. Don’t be an “apologizer”. make eye contact. Don’t let them see your phone! Most important- don’t be afraid to let them know all of the great things you’ve accomplished!#AWSchat |
| Justin B. Dimick @jdimick1 @castaterc A4. Good advice! During interview day, I would put your phone in your pocket and not take it out unless it rings. At least not in public. (Does anyone else’s phone actually still ring?) #AWSchat |
| Apoorve Nayyar @apoorvenayyar RT @JessicaLuc1: @jdimick1 @LillianErdahlMD @WomenSurgeons @SarehParangiMD @LisaFerzoco Or better yet, instead of only looking for how program's can help you, ask and look for opportunities to give back and contribute to the program you are interviewing at #AWSChat - it has to be win-win. |
| Mara Antonoff, MD, FACS @maraantonoff RT @JessicaLuc1: @Laparoscopes @maraantonoff @WomenSurgeons @MGHSurgery 👇 Important point made by @Laparoscopes. You are looking for places that will not only train you to become an excellent surgeon, but also an excellent researcher, leader, mentor, advocate, educator and person. #AWSchat |
| Chris Childers @cchildersmd @WomenSurgeons #AWSChat A6: I still have many years before I can answer this question... but I did interact with several residents after the interviews and their insight into programs, what to prioritize etc. etc. was super helpful. Not sure if it had any impact on my rank at those programs. |
| Mara Antonoff, MD, FACS @maraantonoff RT @JessicaLuc1: Super important point by Dr. @maraantonoff - the beginning of a successful interview is how well you know yourself #AWSchat. Self-reflection and self-awareness of your strengths as well as your limitations are key. |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons #ICYMI We are offering hands-on residency interview preparation at #AWS2018 #DareToBeYou #AWSchat https://t.co/pk7zaz68vK https://t.co/HkCpZZEzb5 |
 | SurgWise @surgwise One of the reasons we created #InterviewWise...to stamp out bias and stop these types of questions. Programs across the country are becoming more and more aware and training their faculty on appropriate (& legal!) ways to interview. #FITxBEST #AWSchat |
| Mara Antonoff, MD, FACS @maraantonoff RT @LillianErdahlMD: @WendelynOslock @RenaMalikMD Like @maraantonoff said, tell the interviewer that you are committed to the job and making it work with any commitments that you have outside of work. #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @scrubbedin: A6: A6: call me old fashioned, but I still prefer a handwritten note to an email. #grandma #AWSChat |
| Tania K. Arora, MD, FACS @TaniaKArora @scrubbedin Me too! #awschat #oldsoul |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @SarehParangiMD: A4 respect all the people you see and smile! Everyone is a bit tired during interview season but Smile and get the most out of the day. Don’t look like you are ready to run out of there. And don’t say “I know I am gonna get in here” to your students on the interview. #AWSChat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @LisaFerzoco: Q4• avoid negative statements. Be aware of your speech patterns. Don’t be an “apologizer”. make eye contact. Don’t let them see your phone! Most important- don’t be afraid to let them know all of the great things you’ve accomplished!#AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @jdimick1: @castaterc A4. Good advice! During interview day, I would put your phone in your pocket and not take it out unless it rings. At least not in public. (Does anyone else’s phone actually still ring?) #AWSchat |
 | Aimee Gardner @AimeeGthePHD RT @surgwise: One of the reasons we created #InterviewWise...to stamp out bias and stop these types of questions. Programs across the country are becoming more and more aware and training their faculty on appropriate (& legal!) ways to interview. #FITxBEST #AWSchat |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter Amazing snapshot of what an #elevatorspeech should be like for social events in surgical interviews by @LillianErdahlMD. Will definitely keep this in a flashy sticky note until preparing for my interview days! #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips @WomenSurgeons |
| Mary L. Brandt, MD, MDiv @drmlb “...gender discrimination in the residency interview has not been eradicated. Women are more likely to report potentially illegal questions regarding their desire to have a family on residency interviews than men.” #AWSchat #ZeroTolerance https://t.co/V30BNAy3GG |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons For more information on AWS, please visit our website at https://t.co/S70rkjAAwN #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @camila_guetter: Amazing snapshot of what an #elevatorspeech should be like for social events in surgical interviews by @LillianErdahlMD. Will definitely keep this in a flashy sticky note until preparing for my interview days! #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips @WomenSurgeons |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter RT @WomenSurgeons: #ICYMI We are offering hands-on residency interview preparation at #AWS2018 #DareToBeYou #AWSchat https://t.co/pk7zaz68vK https://t.co/HkCpZZEzb5 |
| Dr. Lillian Erdahl MD @LillianErdahlMD RT @drmlb: “...gender discrimination in the residency interview has not been eradicated. Women are more likely to report potentially illegal questions regarding their desire to have a family on residency interviews than men.” #AWSchat #ZeroTolerance https://t.co/V30BNAy3GG |
| Meghana V Kashyap, MD @PubMEG @WomenSurgeons #awschat Final thoughts: Remember that a lot of med school graduates, FMGs, etc. do not match. If you don't get an interview at your #1 or you don't match at your #1, it's okay. If you match, you are where you should be. Make the best of it and be grateful for the opportunity. |
| Renee Hilton, M.D. @reneehilton30 RT @WomenSurgeons: Do you have a #elevatorspeech ? @LillianErdahlMD offers tips as to what it should include! #AWSchat |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter RT @jdimick1: @castaterc A4. Good advice! During interview day, I would put your phone in your pocket and not take it out unless it rings. At least not in public. (Does anyone else’s phone actually still ring?) #AWSchat |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter RT @LisaFerzoco: Q4• avoid negative statements. Be aware of your speech patterns. Don’t be an “apologizer”. make eye contact. Don’t let them see your phone! Most important- don’t be afraid to let them know all of the great things you’ve accomplished!#AWSchat |
| Sareh Parangi,MD @SarehParangiMD Yes agree have seen some subtle and not so subtle ones. Sometimes the subtle ones might benefit from- not sure what you mean or didn’t understand that- can you explain that again/further. Most people stop if they have to repeat!#AWSChat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons Thank you to our National Medical Student Committee, @SarehParangiMD @LisaFerzoco @jdimick1 for a great #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips |
| CTSurgSocMedNetwork @tssmn RT @maraantonoff: A3 You may get questions about your spouse or children or intent to have children. Redirect the conversation by emphasizing that regardless of your family/personal life, you intend to focus on your training during your residency and that it is your key priority. #AWSchat |
| CTSurgSocMedNetwork @tssmn RT @JessicaLuc1: Super important point by Dr. @maraantonoff - the beginning of a successful interview is how well you know yourself #AWSchat. Self-reflection and self-awareness of your strengths as well as your limitations are key. |
| Heather Yeo MD @heatheryeomd RT @WomenSurgeons: For more information on AWS, please visit our website at https://t.co/S70rkjAAwN #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons #Goodnight #AWSchat – Thank you for joining us! If you missed anything, look for our #transcript coming out soon! |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @PubMEG: @WomenSurgeons #awschat Final thoughts: @WomenSurgeons #awschat Final thoughts: Remember that a lot of med school graduates, FMGs, etc. do not match. If you don't get an interview at your #1 or you don't match at your #1, it's okay. If you match, you are where you should be. Make the best of it and be grateful for the opportunity. |
| Heather Yeo MD @heatheryeomd RT @camila_guetter: Amazing snapshot of what an #elevatorspeech should be like for social events in surgical interviews by @LillianErdahlMD. Will definitely keep this in a flashy sticky note until preparing for my interview days! #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips @WomenSurgeons |
| Jessica G.Y. Luc, MD @JessicaLuc1 @jdimick1 @WomenSurgeons Super important point by Dr. @jdimick1! Know your audience. #awschat #SurgInterviewTips |
| Jessica G.Y. Luc, MD @JessicaLuc1 RT @JessicaLuc1: @jdimick1 @WomenSurgeons Super important point by Dr. @jdimick1! Know your audience. #awschat #SurgInterviewTips |
| Tania K. Arora, MD, FACS @TaniaKArora #AWSChat #SurgInterviewTips |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons @SarehParangiMD thank you all for joining us for another #AWSchat |
| Justin B. Dimick @jdimick1 #AWSchat This might be controversial—but I think sending thank you notes to everyone is less valuable than reaching out to those who you want additional information from, e.g., “labs” or programs you might want to learn more about. Focused reconnections are a better use of time. |
| Lisa Ferzoco @LisaFerzoco Q5- At the risk of sounding old- this is not the setting to be taking selfies. • Try to not hover in thw group of applicants the entire night. • consider the venue when choosing footwear. No stilettos in the grass!#AWSchat |
| Rena Malik, MD | Urologist @RenaMalikMD #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips a6 send/write a thank you on the plane from the interview. Try to remember something interesting you chatted about and include it in the letter. I think email is good because it gets to them instantly. |
| Sareh Parangi,MD @SarehParangiMD RT @PubMEG: @WomenSurgeons #awschat A4 Control what you can: @WomenSurgeons #awschat A4 Control what you can: rmr your audience when dressing professionally, not the time to try to be fashion forward. Showing your personality matters for fit, but drawings of dragons may not be necessary (this happened). Don't disparage your med school or other programs! |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter This has been an incredible #tweetchat! Thank you @SarehParangiMD, @jdimick1 and @LisaFerzoco for accepting the invitation to moderate this #AWSchat. Thank you @LillianErdahlMD, @MadelineBTorres and everyone in the AWS Twitter Comm for supporting this Med Student Comm project. |
| Sareh Parangi,MD @SarehParangiMD RT @JessicaLuc1: Super important point by Dr. @maraantonoff - the beginning of a successful interview is how well you know yourself #AWSchat. Self-reflection and self-awareness of your strengths as well as your limitations are key. |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @jdimick1: #AWSchat This might be controversial—but I think sending thank you notes to everyone is less valuable than reaching out to those who you want additional information from, e.g., “labs” or programs you might want to learn more about. Focused reconnections are a better use of time. |
| Linda Barry, MD, MPH, FACS @BhealthyMD @jdimick1 @apoorvenayyar @LillianErdahlMD I want to echo this. I look at issues related to equity and diversity as a metric of success and inclusivity. To me this is a critical negative if there are indications that it not a consideration. It’s also a major disconnect when the patient population is diverse. #AWSchat |
 | Dr.Clara Park, MD, FACS @KClaraPark @WomenSurgeons A6. If you send handwritten notes via generic hospital/university mail address beware the snail mail may circulate thru internal mail system and not arrive in time. Classmate's note arrived after she became an intern #AWSchat #SurgInterviewTips |
| Camila Guetter, MD MPH @camila_guetter @WomenSurgeons On behalf of the National AWS Medical Student Committee, thank you to everyone that participated and gave their perspective on this #AWSchat! |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons RT @camila_guetter: @WomenSurgeons On behalf of the National AWS Medical Student Committee, thank you to everyone that participated and gave their perspective on this #AWSchat! |
| Lisa Ferzoco @LisaFerzoco Please join us for more on tonight’s topics! #AWSchat |
| WomenSurgeons @WomenSurgeons Top Influencers of #AWSchat 👉 @WomenSurgeons @SarehParangiMD @jdimick1 @LillianErdahlMD @LisaFerzoco https://t.co/FDOAdP2Ibm via @symplur https://t.co/GHtB12qpSe |
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