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Summary
We had some great feedback on the "How to match to Orthopaedic Surgery" episode, so we decided to release a panel from newly matched residents in Orthopaedic Surgery. The panel includes:
Carl Lavediere (McGill [c/r])
Patrick Park (McGill [c/r])
Zachary DeVries (Ottawa [c/r])
Akshdeep Bhatia (U of T [c/r])
Alice Wang (UBC [c/r])
Ajay Shah (McMaster [c], U of T [r])
We discussed how to impress on electives, the highest-yield tips from the CaRMS process, and managing lifestyle during busy electives. The entire panel is condensed into 1 hour for your efficiency. Reach out if you have any questions or want any more information - I've already had some great conversations with rising Ortho keeners.
Timestamps
1:45 - Introductions (academic background, interest in Orthopaedics)
9:30 - Preparing for electives (how to impress, what to read, how to show knowledge, how to function as an effective clerk)
18:30 - Lifestyle during electives (call requirements, budgeting time, expectations for residency)
27:30 - Elective arrangements (community versus academic, 2 versus 4+ weeks, sites, visiting versus home)
34:15 - Pre-clerkship observerships (building relationships, being a familiar face)
40:15 - Final reflections on CaRMS process (must-know tips for matching successfully)
51:00 - Listener questions (determining ROL, asking for reference letters)
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