The Successful Match: 200 Rules to Succeed in the Residency Match,   ISBN:9780972556170

Customer Rating: 

This book is very useful but probably not worth the price. Also, the book is written by an internal medicine attending at Baylor who has been deeply involved in interviewing and the selection committee. The problem is that much of the information is geared towards the ideal candidate i.e. those who probably don't need to read this book. Most of us will fall short of the expectations in this book but it still gives a great deal of information on how we can improve our applications. The author often writes articles for Student Doctor Network and some useful information can also be found there.

Customer Rating: 

This book is a MUST HAVE for any medical student planning to
participate in the Match. Prior to reading the book, I quickly gleaned
through Iserson's Getting into Residency, which pales in comparison to
The Successful Match. The depth of information provided in this book
for each step of the application process is astounding. It is well-
researched and provides insightful perspectives into each specialty.
The tips provided on selecting an advisor to dealing with a
conversational interview will be especially helpful. I especially
liked the information provided for writing the personal statement, CV,
and ERAS. Learning how program directors view the details provided to
them in these documents challenged me to present my professional
background effectively. Being educated about the Match through this
book has reduced my anxiety and I am certain it would do the same for
anyone who avails the use of this book. Best of luck in the upcoming
Match.

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This book is an excellent, concise and comprehensive guide for all international and american residency applicants. It highlights not only key features scanned by PDs for candidate selection but also hundreds of tips to enhance one's candidacy. A must read before the ERAS cycle begins.

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As an IMG navigating in this world of USA residency preparation and search I found this book very useful, though I wish I would had found it earlier. It gives very practic advice on what you should do befor, douring and after the match. With the 200 rules (or tips) you get a better idea on what could better your chances and strengthen your application. The good thing is that is not jsut a check list, it's also supported buy evidence and litterature, and very helful examples. The only problem is taht is directed specifically to USA medical students, althoug the last chapter is directed to IMG's.
I defenetly recomen this book as one of the most helpfull books I have encountered in this process.

Customer Rating: 

The information is quite helpful to all whoever appearing for match. The earlier you read this book, the better.
Summary:
1)Discusses about different elements of application process and how to improve. These include - LOR, Personal Statement, Deans Letter. Also talks about Competitive programs and what takes to get selected into those programs.
2)Before/During/Post Interview - How to prepare - Really good
3)What are the points (like USMLE score is on top of the list) residence directors are looking to select candidates for the interview.
4) Ranking process - how does this differ from interview process

Useful Information for me:
1) I learned that most programs about 90% ignore IMG LORs.
2) Applied/Selected IMG numbers based on their status like EAD/H1/GC/Citizenship