What qualities or opportunities do you seek in a residency program?
Introduction
Purpose
They want to see if you've thought about what you need in a training environment and if their program matches your priorities. It's also about checking if your expectations are realistic and if you'd be a good fit.
Tips
- Be honest about a few key professional priorities, like clinical training, mentorship, or research opportunities.
- Mention personal priorities only if they're relevant, like wanting to be in a city with family.
- Align your answer with the program's strengths if you can, but stay genuine.
Common mistakes
- Don't focus on superficial things like location or work-life balance as your main priorities.
- Avoid generic answers that don't highlight what makes you unique.
- Don't list things just because they sound good; make sure they truly reflect your priorities.