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Learn what data and residency programs say about thank-you emails after interviews—usually no rank impact, but smart etiquette can help.

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Compare prelim year vs categorical backup for MD applicants. Learn which option best lowers unmatch risk with data-backed Match guidance.

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What the Data Says About Pre-Match Offers and Fellowship Outcomes

Learn what pre-match offers mean for fellowship outcomes. Use residency match data responsibly to balance certainty now vs upside later.

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Should You Still Email an Interviewer Who Isn’t on the Rank Committee?

Wondering if you should still email a residency interviewer not on the rank committee? Learn when it’s appropriate and how to write professionally.

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What PDs Actually Look For in Repeated Poster Entries on Your CV

Learn how program directors interpret repeated poster entries on a residency CV—and how to frame updates to avoid dilution and stand out.

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The Data Behind Residency Leave Policies: What Applicants Miss

Learn how residency leave policies reveal burnout risk and real support. Compare vacation, sick, parental, and coverage rules before ranking.

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Turn a gap year away rotation into interview gold. Learn how to choose, prepare, and earn strong specialty letters for MD/DO matches.

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Late Step 2 score? Learn how many more programs to add, using timing and competitiveness to expand smartly—not panic-expanding.