residency Advising

 

Congratulations Class of 2012 on your outstanding Match ResultsGiven the uncertainty of SOAP process (formerly the scramble) students were counseled to apply, interview, and rank more programs than usual—it paid off!  We had our lowest number of unmatched students ever.  In fact, 95% of US Seniors matched to residency positions this year—the highest in 30 years! 

 “Highest Match Rate for U.S. Medical School Seniors in 30 Years SOAP Replaces the Scramble”

 “Match Day Sees Increase in Residency Positions Offered to Medical Students”

Advising is already underway for the Class of 2013 who should reference the weekly emails entitled, "Residency Updates from the SAO" for the latest information, strategies, events, and announcements.  Students who intend to apply in the 2013 will be working with Residency Application Advisor, Jason Bergschneider.  All others will continue to work with the advisors in our Career Advising and Well-Being Program.

Match Week Festivities at DGSOM

Senior Scholarship Day

 The culmination of the College experience (and one of the final requirements to graduate) is Scholarship Day.  Dr. Sarika Thakur oversees this event and works with seniors and the College Chairs (along with Aurora Reyes in the SAO) throughout the year in preparation.  Each year, a few exceptional senior projects are selected for to present at the Oral Plenary Session.  The following seniors earned that honor this year…. Stephanie Histed, Christina Metzler, Vanessa Munoz, Jessica Rexach, and Manpreet Singh.  Congratulations!

All School Talent Show

The Class of 2015 hosted “A Night at the OSCE’s” on Thursday to a packed house!  The All School Talent Show (aka the night before Match Day) closed the seniors’ rendition of “I’ve Had the Time of My Life.” The UCLA Daily Bruin featured MSIV Josh Elder and MSI Vice-President and event organizer, Christine Thang’s perspectives on this annual tradition.

Match Day Celebration

At 9:00AM envelopes are opened across the nation revealing where each senior will puruse their residency training.  This year, a group of seniors (along with the SAO Staff and Dr. Parker!) surprised guests with a match day flash mob before the envelopes were opened.  UCLA Today featured DGSOM’s flash mob.

 





4th Year Colleges
Advising Calendar/Timeline
C.V. info & Samples
Virtual Advisor
Personal Statement
Well-being info
Introduction to the MSPE and Letters of Recommendation for Residency Application Process (12/12/2011)

Letter of Recommendation Request Form

"Preparing for Year 4" 2/2/09 Powerpoint presentation

Link to complete MSPE Questionairre (Class of 2013 - Due 2/1/2012)

Link to "Unique Characteristics" writing exercise

Intro to Residency Process PowerPoint

Dowload the ERAS
User Guide HERE


 

Web Resources

 

AAMC | ERAS | FRIEDA | NRMP | USMLE
SF Match | Careers in Medicine | Interview   

 

Career Indecision Advising
Make an appointment to discuss your options with Mitsue in the SAO.

Application Strategizing & Open Office Hours (F, 12-5 PM)
Make an appointment to hold a time slot with Meredith in the SAO.