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How to Match into a Neurology Residency Program

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Neurology resident looking at a model of a brain.

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The NRMP Program directors survey “at a glance” tool is extremely helpful in gauging where your application packet stands compared to the applicant pool. Here are the major components to consider when applying into Neurology.

Elite Medical Prep’s Ultimate 3 Month MCAT Study Plan

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A preview of Elite Medical Prep's 3 Month MCAT study plan.

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Preparing for the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is a significant undertaking, and a well-structured MCAT study plan is essential for success. With a three-month MCAT study schedule, you can better prepare and increase your chances of excelling in this critical aspect of your medical school application. Sign up with...

Taking Step 1 and 2 Back to Back: What You Need to Know

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Medical school student studying for the USMLE Step 1 and USMLE Step 2 with multiple study books open in front of her.

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There has recently been a wave of change where some medical students are opting to take USMLE Step 1 after clinical rotations either simultaneously or back-to-back with Step 2CK. Here are the pros and cons of taking this route.

2023 Top Most IMG Friendly Residency Specialties

A globe, stethoscope and hear plushy.

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Moving to a different country can be scary, and for an IMG applying for residency in the US may certainly be stress-inducing. With this blog post, we hope to help ease your stress and suggest some of the most IMG-friendly residency specialties you should consider applying to this year! For...

Step 1 Is Pass/Fail: Will Shelf Exams Decide Your Residency?

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A group of surgery and medicine clinical rotations students.

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As of January 1, 2022, USMLE Step 1 officially became pass/fail. Historically, the Step 1 score served as a metric for competency of basic medical foundational knowledge and most importantly, was used by residency programs to determine an applicant’s competitiveness. One of the reasons for the change to pass/fail was...

DO Residency Talk

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A team of DO residents in a hospital wearing lab coats.

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Elite Medical Prep recently hosted a roundtable event dedicated to the intricate aspects of residency applications, providing participants with insights into the application cycle. This session was hosted by Dr. Janet Tam and Dr. Jim Devanney. The discussion spanned topics ranging from exam preferences to specialty considerations, encompassing vital factors...

5 Things US IMGs Should Know When Applying to Residency

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A group of US IMGs after applying to residency

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Applying for residency is a stressful process with much that feels out of the applicant’s control. In truth however, there are some very important actions that can be taken to maximize your chances for success as an IMG!

Residency Virtual Interviews

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Elite Medical Prep's residency roundtable event "Residency Virtual Interviews" opening slide introducing the speakers.

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Elite Medical Prep recently hosted a roundtable event dedicated to the intricate aspects of residency applications, providing participants with insights into the application cycle. The recorded session from this roundtable event is centered on the topic of the residency virtual interview and is hosted by Dr. Christina Boada and Dr....

Residency Application Red Flags to Avoid

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Elite Medical Prep's residency roundtable event "Navigating Residency Application Red Flags & Enhancing Your Reapplication Strategy" opening slide introducing the speakers.

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Elite Medical Prep recently held a roundtable event on residency applications. The event featured Dr. James Boothe from Johns Hopkins Department of Medicine and Dr. Sarah Godfrey, a fellow in Cardiology and Palliative Care at UT Southwestern. During the session, Dr. Boothe and Dr. Godfrey focused on residency application red...

Obtaining a Residency Letter of Recommendation

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Elite Medical Prep's residency roundtable event "Obtaining a Residency Letter of Recommendation" opening slide introducing the speaker.

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We are thrilled to bring you another invaluable recorded session from Elite Medical Prep's Residency Roundtable series. This session, titled "Obtaining Letters of Recommendation," is hosted by the esteemed Dr. Emily Zelinski. In this session, Dr. Emily Zelinski will guide you through essential strategies for securing strong Residency Letters of...

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