A well-balanced application is essential for individuals interested in the specialty of emergency medicine, as the field is extremely competitive.
Academic achievement is key.
The ability to master pre-clinical material and excel in multiple clinical clerkships suggest that intellectual success is likely at several levels. This is of particular importance given the variety of challenges that emergency medicine residents and physicians face in their practice. Research and writing are also examples of creativity. Resourcefulness, the ability to get along with others, commitment, and work ethic are crucial for successful research. Leadership roles provide insight into character.