Roadmap to Residency Success: A Guide to a Stellar Career

The transition from medical school to residency is a key milestone in the journey to becoming a physician. It is also a time full of many changes with a steep learning curve. If you’ve ever felt stressed about the thought of navigating that transition, this panel session is for you! We will explore topics of Effective Strategies for Studying for your In-service and Certification Exams, Addressing Bias, Maximizing Time Management to Promote Wellness, and Finding a Mentor. Early career faculty and current surgical residents will share their insights and experiences to help demystify general surgery residency and provide you with some tools to not only survive, but thrive!

Clinical Background

1. Welcome & Introduction - Dr. Amanda Cooper (USA) and Dr. Kim Hendershot (USA) 

2. Ace Your In-Service and Certification Exams: Strategies for Effective Studying - Dr. Samantha Baker (USA)

3. How Can You Be Prepared to Address Implicit Bias? - Dr. Angel Rosario (USA)

4. Thriving in Residency by Maximizing Time Management: Impress Your Attendings While Promoting Your Wellness - Dr. Sarah Lund (USA)

5. How to Find a Mentor to Enhance Your Success - Dr. Sheina Theodore (USA)

6. Panel Discussion - All faculty moderated by Dr. Amanda Cooper (USA) and Dr. Kimb Hendershot (USA)

7. Closing Remarks - Dr. Amanda Cooper (USA) and Dr. Kim Hendershot (USA)