Bibliographic references should be provided for all published papers. Program Directors are also interested in your furture plans as defined by your specialty goal and the number of years you intend to devote to graduate medical education. You may also wish to describe your personal interests, activities and circumstances. As transcripts of your academic accomlishments are most likely to be requried, any interruption in your medical education should be explained in the Personal Statement. If you do not submit one at this time, you should be prepared to provide one when you are interviewed.
Most programs requrie a minimum of three additional evaluations.
References should be from faculty members or physicians who are familiar with your credentials and are in a position to comment on your suitability for the position you seek. Be sure to designate the year in which you expect to begin your residency. This card will be returned to you by the program to acknowledge receipt of you application materials. Sufficient postage should be affixed for mailing. Do not separate these two cards.