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Best interview questions & preparation books - doctoraf
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Hey guys, this post is intended for interview questions.
Please list questions that you think maybe important and programs most likely ask.
You can also list questions that you are having a difficult time answering, so others can help and guide you.
Here is some questions I found, please add on to the list.
Tell us about yourself.*

- We have many good applicants. Why should we choose you?
- Why did you choose to apply to this program?
- What do you feel you could add to our program?
- What have you learned about yourself from previous jobs?
- How do I know you can show initiative and are willing to work?
- What are your interests outside of medicine?
- What are your major strengths?*
- What are your major weaknesses?*
- Why did you choose this specialty?
- Tell me about your medical education?
- Tell me about your previous clinical experience in (specialty name)?
- Why are you so sure (specialty) is right for you?
- Tell me about your experience with the USMLE exam(s)? (if candidate has so-so score(s) or failed attempts)?
- Have you ever worked in an ICU (or other unit common to the specialty)?
- Have you ever worked in an American hospital? Tell me about that experience.
- How do you get along with nurses?
- Have you ever taught other medical students?

There is more questions on this website: http://www.medical-institution.com/most-...questions/
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“Tell me about yourself.”
“Tell me about your research.”
“Why do you want to come here?”
“Tell me about a memorable patient.”
“Why are you choosing Internal Medicine/Pediatrics/Psychiatry/Neurology?”
“Where do you see yourself in 5 or 10 years?”
“Do you have any questions for me?”

“Tell me your strengths.”
“How do you like the area?” or phrased differently “What do you know about this city/location?”
“Tell me your weaknesses.”
“Tell me about a time you failed.”
“Tell me about a time you made a mistake.”
“Tell me your proudest accomplishment.”
“Tell me about a time you went above and beyond for the care of a patient.”
“Tell me about your medical school.”

“Tell me about a time you did something unethical.”
“Tell me about a time when you had to be a leader.”
“Tell me about a time you had to deal with conflict.”
“What if you don’t match?”
“Who do you look up to?”
“If not medicine, what would you do?”
“Tell me about your ideal day.”

“Tell me about what happened on your USMLE Step1/Step2CK/Step2CS or Step3 attempt?”
“Tell me what you have been doing since graduating medical school?”

“Tell me about your medical school training.”
“Why train in United States?”
“Tell me about your previous clinical training.”

“Tell me a joke.”
“Tell me about your core values.”
“Imaging looking back at your career. What do you think you will regret?”

“If you were an animal, what animal would you be?”
“What is your favorite dinosaur?”
“What websites do you like to visit?”

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#3
Great source, thank you.
Anyone wants to practice over skype? I have an interview coming up in December
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#4
Thanks, best of luck with your interview season and interview prep Smile

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David @ Residency Interview Questions
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