How I prepared for my medical school interviews | Advice from an MD-PhD Student
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It’s interview season! If you’re feeling nervous about your medical school interviews, you’re not alone. In this video, I share my best medical school interview tips from the perspective of a current MD-PhD student who’s been on both sides of the table.
We’ll cover how to prepare for traditional interviews, what kinds of questions to expect, how to practice effectively (without paying for expensive coaching), and strategies to stay calm and confident on interview day.
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⭐ Chapters:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:17 Know Your Application
00:02:36 Anticipate the common interview questions
00:03:10 Resources I Recommend
00:04:06 What to Ask Your Interviewers
00:05:53 Why Mock Interviews Are Essential
00:07:45 Keep Your Answers Concise
00:09:17 The “Anything Else?” Question
00:11:12 Handling Nerves and Unexpected Questions
00:12:58 Remember: You’re Evaluating Them Too
00:13:55 Final Thoughts & Encouragement
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