A Deep Dive into Residency Interviews with Dr. Andrew Gatto
This week, our hosts Dr. Drew Lansdown and Dr. Brian Feeley sit down with our podcast’s producer, Andrew Gatto, who’s not only the tech guru behind the scenes but also fresh from his own orthopedic residency interview journey. Andrew shares insider insights on navigating one of the most intense aspects of a medical career: the residency interview.
In this episode, we’re covering everything from Andrew’s prep strategies—like the STAR framework for perfecting responses—to the latest interview trend, ‘signaling,’ which helps applicants show genuine interest in specific programs. And don’t miss Andrew’s advice on evaluating programs, red flags to watch for, and the surprising role of social media in understanding program culture. If you’re a residency applicant or curious about the realities of medical training, this episode is a goldmine of insights straight from the frontlines to arm yourself with the tools to ace your interview season!
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