Road to Rank Dr. Steven Krueger

Dr. Barinder (Ricky) Hansra joins the show to share helpful tips for virtual interviewing. With interviews being conducted on Zoom and similar platforms this year, applicants must prepare and perform in new ways. The wisdom Dr. Hansra has gained from his experience matching into residency and two fellowships is sure to help!

Dr. Karen Wiss, a dermatology residency program director, provides the inside scoop on the residency selection process. She shares invaluable insights on the various components of the ERAS application, the interview day, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on this year’s application cycle.

Steven’s brother Dave Krueger, a 17-year veteran of the professional sports industry, joins the podcast to offer some high-yield advice on networking and interviewing! Topics include: sending purposeful emails, networking at conferences, preparing for the interview day, asking thoughtful questions, and many other ways to stand out from the pack!

We start with an approach to carefully evaluating residency programs before, during, and after the interview day (with help from a slightly overwhelming spreadsheet). Then, we dive into the nuts and bolts of setting up the rank order list!

Make a great impression on away rotations and core clerkships by following these simple tips, plus a bonus pep talk for those about to submit ERAS applications!

Dr. Jake Modest shares his advice for medical students interested in orthopedic surgery. Tune in for new study methods, ways to find a research mentor, a foolproof approach to clinical rotations, and much more!