Points that should be mentioned in lor - target2009

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1. Extent of letter writers contact with student



1. How long and intense was the contact
2. clinical or nonclinical
3. Provide details of any specific incidents that stand out



2. Scholastic Record



1. Standing in graduating class
2. Honors/commendations in courses
3. other honors



C) Medical Abilities

1. Interaction with patients
2. ability to synthesize information ( problem solving)
3. Diagnostic ability
4. Physical examination ability
5. laboratory use and test interpretation
6. Technical skills
7. Use of pharmacological agents
8. Clarity of oral presentations
9. Knowledge of medical literature



3. Personal Characteristics



1. relations with peers, faculty and ancillary staff
2. Communication skills
3. Respect to others
4. Willingness to assume responsibility
5. Ability to recognize physical limitations
6. Dependability; consistency
7. integrity; moral and ethical qualities
8. Initiative; industriousness
9. motivation; interest; enthusiasm
10. Maturity
11. flexibility
12. Sense of humor



4. Overall impression of students



1. rating compared to other students
2. Would you want him/her in your program

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Target,
Thanks for the article, it looks familiar is it from Iverson guide on residency and interview?

To add to make the LOR complete: ERAS requirement
1. official letterhead, signed in blue ink, if possible have the institutes seal.
2. Address to "Dear Program director".
3. have your name or AAMC ID in the subject matter or in the body.
4. Waived or not.

But if you give the writer the LOR cover sheet, disregard what is written above as its included there.