preparing for midyear: tips and tricks
TRANSCRIPT
![Page 1: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/1.jpg)
Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks
Residency Club October 28, 2015
![Page 2: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/2.jpg)
Questions
At this point, what can 3rd years do at Midyear? Are there benefits to going?
– Who here is considering attending midyear as DPH-3s?
– What are your thoughts on the pros and cons?
![Page 3: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/3.jpg)
Interview Timeline
May - September: Research and CV Preparation
October: PPS*, Midyear, PhorCAS, and Match registration*
November – December: Midyear and PPS
January - February: Application and On-site Interviews
![Page 4: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/4.jpg)
Questions
What are the best ways to prepare as a 3rd year/4th year? (business cards, resume?)
![Page 5: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/5.jpg)
Research Helpful Links
– ASHP Online Residency Directory (www.ashp.org)
– ACCP Directory of Residencies and Fellowships (www.accp.com)
– APhA Directory of Pharmacy Practice Residencies with Emphasis in Community Care Pharmacy (www.pharmacist.com)
– PSW Wisconsin Residencies (http://www.pswi.org/professional/residencies/)
![Page 6: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/6.jpg)
CV Update Helpful Tips
– Proofread! • Peers, mentors, professors, pharmacists, non-
pharmacists – ASHP: http://www.ashp.org/CVReview – UW Writing Center:
http://www.writing.wisc.edu/Handbook/index.html – Purdue OWL:
https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/641/01/
![Page 7: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/7.jpg)
CV Update
Helpful Tips – Place contents in table for best alignment – Avoid section hangover – Use page numbers and headers – Appropriate use of BOLD Italics and
Underline – Font choice and size: Easy to read – Quality paper with classic colors
![Page 8: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/8.jpg)
Purchase Attire Classic Colors: black, gray, navy Dress conservatively, business professional Women: slacks or skirts (with pantyhose) Men: no white socks
![Page 9: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/9.jpg)
Midyear Helpful Tips
– Portfolio to include: CV, business cards, notebook paper
– Quick fact guide for all programs of interest
– Standard and specific questions for program directors and residents
– Personalized itinerary
– List of resident names/directors/preceptors for programs
– Midyear is a continuous interview***
![Page 10: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/10.jpg)
Be Prepared
Be ready to discuss “your story” – Reason for pursuing residency – Reason for becoming a pharmacist
– Reason for pursing a specialty program (if applicable) – Reason for interest in site (be specific!)
List of questions in portfolio – DO NOT ASK QUESTIONS FOUND ON WEBSITE
Copies of CV (Hard and Electronic) Business Cards
![Page 11: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/11.jpg)
Questions
Who should we talk to and what questions should we ask?
![Page 12: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/12.jpg)
Portfolio Questions
Director/Preceptor Specific – What do you expect from a PGY1 resident? – What do you feel are the strengths of this program?
– Review director/preceptor past publications/articles – Understand your interest area thoroughly
• Ex. Infectious Disease Interest: Recent guideline updates
• Ex. Hospital Administration Interest: Future of the profession
![Page 13: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/13.jpg)
Portfolio Questions
Resident Specific – What is your current PGY1 project? – If you went through the residency application process
all over again, would you select this program? – What do you feel are the strengths of this program? – What are your top 3 goals for residency? – Has this program prepared you to take BCPS?
![Page 14: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/14.jpg)
Typical Candidate Evaluation Criteria
Prior pharmacy/other work experience
Academic background/GPA
Relevant rotations – inpatient, ambulatory, etc.
Motivation/Initiative/Adaptability/Enthusiasm
Personal style – maturity, appearance, confidence, teamwork potential, self-reliance, fit with department
![Page 15: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/15.jpg)
Typical Candidate Evaluation Criteria
Communication skills – verbal and written
Leadership/Extracurricular activities
Residency & career goals/residency program fit
Presentations/Research
Letters of recommendation
Letter of interest
Questions asked by candidate – number, insight, relevance
![Page 16: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/16.jpg)
Questions
What is the culture like at Midyear? Is there a lot of interaction with other students?
![Page 17: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/17.jpg)
Questions
What is the culture like at Midyear? Is there a lot of interaction with other students?
– Networking
– Professional
– Big
– Party
![Page 18: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/18.jpg)
Questions
When is the best time to go to the residency showcase as 3rd years without stepping on 4th years toes?
![Page 19: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/19.jpg)
Questions
Are there any differences between showcases from day-to-day? When is the best time to go?
![Page 20: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/20.jpg)
Questions
Is there any benefit to talking to in-state residency (i.e. Wisconsin) or should you focus on out-of-state?
![Page 21: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/21.jpg)
Questions
What activities are best to participate in?
![Page 22: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/22.jpg)
Questions
Is there anything special we should know about NO (2015) or Las Vegas (2016)?
![Page 23: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/23.jpg)
Questions
What are some ways to minimize costs for travel, hotel, food?
![Page 24: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/24.jpg)
Questions
If you do go as a 3rd year is there a point in going 4th year?
![Page 25: Preparing for Midyear: Tips and Tricks](https://reader034.vdocument.in/reader034/viewer/2022051507/58a305d71a28abb77f8bb90e/html5/thumbnails/25.jpg)
Summary Do your research prior to interviewing
Be prepared, timely, and courteous
Ask questions
Follow-up with a thank you note
Have fun!