COVID-19 continues to upend experiences for pre-meds and medical students, as well as the entire med school and residency application process, but certain truths do not change: Submitting outstanding letters of recommendation for medical school and residency is critical for a successful candidacy.
I see some applicants mistakenly filling the slots with faculty letter writers without thought as to whether these letters will further the applicants’ candidacies. See my After Rounds piece, “How to Submit Outstanding Letters of Recommendation for Residency.” It is relevant for students applying to medical school as well.
