But mostly I question how a program director might view it as its a bit nerdy (in the realm of 'writes and publishes 3rd party D&D adventures - though not quite that). I don't want to really mention it on SDN for fear of outting myself. Unfortunately, TSH is wrongly considered by the majority of endocrinologists and many other physicians. 2020 NRMP Program Director Survey Results. Many thyroid conditions have been and continue to be incorrectly diagnosed through exclusive use of TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) testing as the sole signifier of possible thyroid dysfunction. Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE) was the 5th highest ranked factor (equivalent to USMLE and COMLEX scores) cited by 924 medical residency program directors when selecting applicants to interview. The MSPE has recently been revamped to make it easier for program directors to evaluate students. I was considering mentioning a hobby I have. examples of noteworthy characteristics mspe. The Noteworthy Characteristics section allows you to highlight whatever you think is most important about your application and is intended to help residency programs review applicants holistically. 2019-2020 The noteworthy characteristics includes information intended to help residency program selection committees review applicants holistically in order to achieve a residency class that brings a diverse set of background experiences, characteristics, and perspectives. Though I think its generic tripe most people get.īut part of me wants to be a little more memorable. On one hand I have a good deal of evaluation comments going 'Really good bedside manner, connects well with patients, professional.', so maybe that is a supported positive characteristic to speak to. They feel run of the mill but its at least some meat.įor my last I want to try and do something personal. I hate writing about myself and coming up with these three bullets. Is anyone else finding this a miserable experience? I am trying right now to find good examples of comments, but most are ridiculous things like 'Had a babby and completed her surgery rotation.

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