Midyear crash course 2014 rf slides
Transcript of Midyear crash course 2014 rf slides
Before Midyear
Residency Directories
ACCP Residency Directory
ASHP Residency Directory
How to use directory informationAppropriate
• Write down general information about the program on a note card to review before you go to their booth
• Create an excel sheet to compare and contrast your options
• Hyperlinks to programs websites may be posted on the directory listing
Inappropriate
• Do NOT ask programs for the same information that can be found on their directory listing #dontlooklikeafool
Letters of Recommendation
Will you write me a letter of recommendation?
When to ask
•NOW!!•Holiday schedule•Allow time for a response #patience
Who to ask
•Variety•Think about your interactions with that
person•Think about the programs you’re applying
to•Have backups!
How to ask
•Email vs in person•“Are you willing to write me a
SUPERB/AMAZING/EXCELLENT letter of recommendation?”
•Don’t be dismayed by a refusal•Provide the writer with information:▫CV▫Programs applying to▫PhorCAS information
Tackling Midyear
•http://connect.ashp.org/midyear/home/?ssopc=1▫Print and highlight floor plans▫Information note cards▫Poster presentations▫Personnel Placement Service (PPS) - $135
•http://connect.ashp.org/midyear/general-info/general-info/informationfor/students
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