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Are emails still a thing?

Should I send a Love You email or is that too old school?

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Definitely send them. It could make a difference, especially if you're on the borderline of getting in.

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Asking about residency hours

Is it okay to ask about work hours during residency in the interview?

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Yes, but frame it in a way that shows your commitment to the program and understanding of the demands.

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What's the weirdest question you've been asked?

Just for fun, what’s the strangest interview question you’ve encountered?

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One time, I was asked if I were a kitchen utensil, which one would I be? Totally threw me off! 😂

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Program research - how much is necessary?

How deeply should I research a program before an interview?

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Know it well enough to discuss how you’d be a good fit and to ask informed questions about their specific offerings and culture.

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Handling tough interviews

Interviewer was super confrontational. How do you deal with that?

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Stay calm, collected, and professional. Some interviewers do that to test how you handle stress.

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Reviewing my own application?

Should I go over my own app before the interview?

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Definitely! They might ask about anything you’ve submitted, so be ready to discuss any part of your application.

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