Supporting Students and Medical Educators: Trends in the Match, Advising, and Mentoring-View Presentation

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The session primarily focused on advising medical students interested in psychiatry, providing insights into the competitive landscape of psychiatry residencies and emphasizing the importance of support and mentorship. Dr. Lauren Scherer from UC Davis opened the panel, followed by Dr. Erin Malloy, who highlighted the role of the Association for Directors of Medical Student Education in Psychiatry (ADEMSEP). Dr. Malloy emphasized the development of a peer mentoring system that fosters professional growth and provides support, particularly during challenging times such as the pandemic.<br /><br />The increasing competitiveness of psychiatry was noted, with statistics showing a rise in applications and positions. Dr. Lindsay Pershern detailed the current state of recruitment, emphasizing the importance of holistic review and virtual recruitment processes, which have evolved post-pandemic to ensure inclusivity and mitigate bias.<br /><br />Dr. Linda Mintle addressed the unique challenges faced by osteopathic students and international medical graduates. These include navigating different examination requirements and addressing potential biases in the residency application process. She stressed the importance of early, structured advising and understanding each program's unique requirements to optimize match success.<br /><br />The panel concluded by encouraging the use of available resources like the "Roadmap to Psychiatric Residency" and engaging with faculty for mentorship to enhance the match process for students. The session highlighted ADEMSEP's commitment to improving advising quality and supporting diverse student backgrounds.

Keywords

psychiatry residencies

medical students

mentorship

competitive landscape

UC Davis

ADEMSEP

peer mentoring

holistic review

virtual recruitment

osteopathic students

international medical graduates

residency application

match success