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hi,
is it ok to take the name of the attendings I followed if I am writing a PS exclusively for that particular program?
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well if the attending is quite known then you should. quite known as in a famous name with extensive work. otherwise don't. you don't know who's gonna be reading your personal statement
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The attending is known all over NY. She is very well known. But my main interest is in that particular program, and I am writing a PS for that program specifically.
So do you suggest i write her name along with another attending's name at least for the PS for that particular program?
thanks!
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I would include the name in one or two sentences, summarily describing your activity and the association with the doctor. You want to avoid the appearance of "name dropping".
Best wishes.