Which clinical rotation was your favorite in medical school, and what made it stand out?
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Purpose
Interviewers want to see where you thrived in a hands-on setting and what aspects of patient care you find most rewarding. It reveals your clinical interests and shows what environment or patient population you connect with.
Tips
- Pick a rotation you genuinely loved and explain why it was great.
- If it aligns with your specialty, use it to reinforce your commitment.
- If it's a different field, share what you learned that applies to your future career.
Common mistakes
- Don't focus on a rotation just because it was 'easy' or 'laid-back.'
- Avoid negative comparisons with other rotations.
- Don't give generic reasons like 'it was nice' without explaining why it mattered to you.