Medical School Interview: Interviewer’s Perspective Jayant P. Shenai,

Medical School Interview: Interviewer’s Perspective Jayant P. Shenai, MD Professor of Pediatrics

Goals Important element in the review process Dual purpose - sell yourself as a deserving candidate - sell ourselves as a deserving institution Express your genuine motivation Show your personal attributes - academic credentials - personality traits

My Preparation Dedicated time for the interview Reading of the application - access to whole application except secondary essay and reference letters Putting the candidate at ease Providing a tour of the facilities

Your Preparation Wear optimal attire Display a good level of confidence Show ease of communication Express your motivation for medicine - avoid cliché expressions Convince the interviewer about your potential in medicine Know about the institution and interviewer

Elements for Exploration Research experience - your specific role in research Clinical exposure - your depth of involvement Teaching experience Leadership activities Broad experiences Enhancement of diversity

My Concluding Assignments Write a detailed narrative - consistent with final evaluation Give recommendation with a score - 1.0 – 1.5 . immediate admit - 1.6 – 2.4 . high wait list - 2.5 – 3.9 . low wait list - 4.0 – 5.0 . reject

Conclusions Provide an honest appraisal Prepare for the interview Convince the interviewer regarding your fitness for a career in medicine Let the actions match your words Hope for the best