{"id":13929,"date":"2025-05-30T00:46:03","date_gmt":"2025-05-30T00:46:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.roshreview.com\/blog\/?p=13929"},"modified":"2025-05-30T05:13:44","modified_gmt":"2025-05-30T05:13:44","slug":"flourish-with-feedback-making-the-most-of-residency-evaluations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.roshreview.com\/blog\/flourish-with-feedback-making-the-most-of-residency-evaluations\/","title":{"rendered":"Flourish with Feedback: Making the Most of Residency Evaluations"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-your-intern-year-regardless-of-specialty-is-a-whirlwind-of-new-responsibilities-steep-learning-curves-and-constant-growth-every-day-brings-fresh-challenges-like-admitting-complex-patients-coordinating-care-on-complex-cases-writing-notes-and-orders-under-time-pressure-and-presenting-on-rounds-it-s-difficult-for-sure-and-it-s-normal-to-feel-a-bit-overwhelmed-by-it-all-nbsp\">Your intern year, regardless of specialty, is a whirlwind of new responsibilities, steep learning curves, and constant growth. Every day brings fresh challenges, like admitting complex patients, coordinating care on complex cases, writing notes and orders under time pressure, and presenting on rounds. It\u2019s difficult for sure, and it\u2019s normal to feel a bit overwhelmed by it all.&nbsp;<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-amidst-the-chaos-feedback-becomes-one-of-the-most-powerful-tools-to-help-you-improve-however-many-interns-feel-anxious-about-residency-evaluations-it-s-easy-to-worry-about-what-attendings-or-other-residents-think-of-you-especially-when-the-feedback-is-critical-or-vague-some-evaluations-can-feel-more-like-judgments-than-guidance\">Amidst the chaos, feedback becomes one of the most powerful tools to help you improve.However, many interns feel anxious about residency evaluations. It&#8217;s easy to worry about what attendings or other residents think of you, especially when the feedback is critical or vague. Some evaluations can feel more like judgments than guidance.<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-but-it-s-important-to-understand-that-when-viewed-through-the-right-lens-evaluations-provide-a-roadmap-for-growth-in-this-post-we-ll-explore-how-to-understand-and-embrace-evaluations-reflect-on-feedback-meaningfully-and-turn-constructive-criticism-into-concrete-actions-that-help-you-thrive\">But it\u2019s important to understand that when viewed through the right lens, evaluations provide a roadmap for growth. In this post, we&#8217;ll explore how to understand and embrace evaluations, reflect on feedback meaningfully, and turn constructive criticism into concrete actions that help you thrive. <\/h6>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-understanding-the-purpose-of-residency-evaluations\"><strong>Understanding the Purpose of Residency Evaluations<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*This discussion is geared towards PGY-1 internal medicine residents that aren\u2019t sure what to make of the feedback they\u2019re getting. However, this is still great information for any intern trying to figure out what to make of their residency evaluations!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Residency evaluations are tools that track your progress on tasks defined as important by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME)<\/strong>. Residency programs use the ACGME core competencies to evaluate resident progress towards becoming an independently practicing physician. . These evaluations help ensure the resident not only has strong medical knowledge, but also functions well in complex healthcare systems and diverse teams.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So you can get a better sense of what you\u2019re being evaluated on, let\u2019s take a closer look at each of the ACGME core competencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-6-parts-of-your-residency-evaluations-nbsp\"><strong>The 6 Parts of Your Residency Evaluations<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-patient-care\"><strong>1. Patient Care<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This competency evaluates the resident\u2019s ability to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care. <strong>At its core, patient care involves strong clinical reasoning, appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic decision-making, and proficiency at the bedside.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Patient care is evaluated through:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Direct observation by attendings and senior residents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Procedure logs and clinical milestone assessments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Patient feedback in some programs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a breakdown of the three criteria:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-clinical-reasoning\"><strong>Clinical Reasoning<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>Can the resident synthesize information to develop a differential diagnosis?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-diagnostic-accuracy\"><strong>Diagnostic Accuracy<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>Are they ordering the right tests and interpreting results correctly?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bedside-skills\"><strong>Bedside Skills<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>Do they perform exams and procedures competently, while showing empathy?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-medical-knowledge\"><strong>2. Medical Knowledge<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Residents must demonstrate a solid and evolving understanding of the biomedical, clinical, and social sciences.<\/strong> This ensures they can provide care that\u2019s up-to-date, safe, and aligned with current best practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The key components include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Understanding pathophysiology and disease mechanisms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Familiarity with treatment guidelines and clinical protocols<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use of evidence-based medicine in decision-making<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Medical knowledge is evaluated through:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In-training exams and board preparation tests (e.g., USMLE Step 3)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Case presentations and teaching rounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Journal club participation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faculty evaluations during rotations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Hey residents\u2014approaching your first ITE? We\u2019ve got you covered. Find the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.roshreview.com\/physician\/\">Rosh Review Resident Qbank<\/a>\u00a0in your specialty and get started with practice questions, detailed explanations, images, analytics, and more!<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-practice-based-learning-and-improvement\"><strong>3. Practice-Based Learning and Improvement<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Medicine is constantly evolving. Residents need to demonstrate the ability to reflect on their performance, learn from mistakes, and integrate new evidence into practice.<\/strong> These skills are key to becoming a lifelong learner. Developing them may involve doing quality improvement (QI) projects or surveys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The key components of practice-based learning and assessment include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Self-directed learning after feedback or poor outcomes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Application of medical literature to individual patient care<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quality improvement project involvement<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This criteria is evaluated through:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Case-based discussions reflecting changes in practice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Participation in QI\/QA projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Morbidity and mortality (M&amp;M) conferences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reflections or learning portfolios<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-interpersonal-and-communication-skills\"><strong>4. Interpersonal and Communication Skills<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Clear, empathetic communication with patients and effective collaboration with healthcare teams are essential for safe and patient-centered care.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The key components of this criteria include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Building rapport with patients and families<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Team communication during handoffs and interdisciplinary rounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Effective documentation and patient education<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Interpersonal and communication skills are evaluated through:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Direct observation during patient encounters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feedback from patients, nurses, and other staff\/team members (360\u00b0 evaluations)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assessment during simulated or real-time difficult conversations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review of documentation and discharge summaries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-professionalism\"><strong>5. Professionalism<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Professionalism builds trust in the physician-patient relationship and is the foundation of a functioning healthcare team. It includes ethical practice, respect for patients and colleagues, and accountability for actions.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The key components of professionalism include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Punctuality, reliability, and integrity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respect for patient confidentiality and autonomy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handling conflict with maturity and respect<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Professionalism is evaluated through:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Feedback from faculty, staff, and peers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Observation of behavior in clinical and academic settings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Participation in professionalism workshops<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Response to errors and feedback from other residents (such as chiefs)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-systems-based-practice\"><strong>6. Systems-Based Practice<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Residents must understand and engage with the broader healthcare system to provide high-value, coordinated care. This includes recognizing system flaws and advocating for improvements.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The key components of systems-based practice are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Navigating electronic health records, insurance systems, and care transitions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cost-conscious care and resource utilization<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advocacy for patient needs within the system<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This criteria is evaluated through:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Involvement in system improvement or patient safety projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Case presentations incorporating system-level thinking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faculty feedback on resource use and discharge planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Participation in multidisciplinary team meetings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Each of these competencies is vital not just for personal growth but for safe, effective, and compassionate patient care.<\/strong> Evaluation across multiple settings and from diverse sources helps ensure residents are progressing toward independent practice with the skills needed for modern medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-tips-for-getting-the-most-out-of-residency-evaluations\"><strong>3 Tips for Getting the Most Out of Residency Evaluations<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting feedback can feel uncomfortable, especially in the high-stakes, high-stress world of residency. But when you view it as a <strong>chance to improve <\/strong>rather than a <strong>final verdict<\/strong>, you unlock your potential for real growth. <strong>The best residents aren\u2019t the ones who never make mistakes\u2014they\u2019re the ones who learn the most from them.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s three things you can do to get the most out of your residency evaluations:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-avoid-defensiveness-separate-self-worth-from-performance\"><strong>1.<\/strong> <strong>Avoid Defensiveness: Separate Self-Worth from Performance<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s common to feel defensive when receiving critical feedback, especially after long hours and emotionally demanding work. <strong>But performance feedback is not a judgment of your character\u2014it\u2019s a tool for growth.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong> If a supervisor tells you, <em>\u201cYou missed a critical lab value and didn\u2019t follow up appropriately,\u201d<\/em> it can feel like a personal attack, especially after you spent hours counseling your patient and teeing up their discharge instructions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But reframing it as, <strong><em>\u201cThere was a lapse in follow-through, and I can learn how to better track labs going forward,\u201d <\/em>shifts the mindset from shame to strategy.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-identify-patterns-in-feedback\"><strong>2. Identify patterns in feedback.<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>One-off comments might be subjective. <strong>But if multiple attendings or nurses comment on the same issue, it\u2019s likely a pattern worth addressing.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong> If three supervisors mention you\u2019re slow on pre-rounding or struggle with time management, it\u2019s a signal, not noise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Action:<\/strong> Track these comments. Look for common themes in written evaluations, verbal debriefs, and peer feedback. <strong>Are there recurring mentions of communication style, documentation, or clinical decision-making, and what can you do to start improving this aspect of your residency training?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-engage-in-self-reflection-nbsp\"><strong>3. Engage in self-reflection.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Engaging with feedback requires curiosity and structured self-reflection. Try asking yourself the following questions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-specific-things-are-being-pointed-out\"><strong>What specific things are being pointed out? <\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p><em>&#8220;I was told that my handoffs were incomplete.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow up: <em>\u201cWhich part of the handoff? Was it patient updates, plans, or pending tests?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-went-well\"><strong>What went well?<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cI kept my presentations concise and relevant. My team appreciated my clinical reasoning.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-could-be-done-differently\"><strong>What could be done differently?<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cI could structure my handoff using a standardized format (e.g., I-PASS) to ensure nothing is missed.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-putting-it-all-together-a-residency-evaluation-example\"><strong>Putting It All Together: A Residency Evaluation Example\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s say you&#8217;re a PGY-1 on an inpatient medicine rotation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your attending says:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cYou\u2019re doing well clinically, but I noticed you tend to interrupt during family meetings, and sometimes your answers are too quick or dismissive. It can come across as rushed or not empathetic.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might say to yourself,<em> \u201cI was just trying to be efficient!\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s an understandable reaction, but not a very productive one. Instead, try to:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-avoid-defensiveness\"><strong>Avoid defensiveness<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell yourself, <em>\u201cIt\u2019s not that I\u2019m a bad communicator. It\u2019s that my style might not fit this setting, which is something I can work on during this month of in-patient hospital medicine.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-manage-your-emotions-nbsp\"><strong>Manage your emotions<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>You may say to yourself, <em>\u201cThat stung a little, but let me think through the behavior because the feedback isn\u2019t wrong, and wasn\u2019t presented in an aggressive way.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-identify-patterns-nbsp\"><strong>Identify patterns<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>You may realize they have a point, and think,<em> \u201cNow that I think about it, a nurse said something similar about being \u2018too quick\u2019 with a patient\u2019s family.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-simple-shifts-to-help-you-embrace-feedback\"><strong>Simple Shifts to Help you Embrace Feedback<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Reframe the evaluation as data, not a judgment. <\/strong>Feedback is information, not an insult.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Go from being emotional to inquisitive. <\/strong>Instead of getting upset, get curious.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Move from a mindset of perfection to one of progress. <\/strong>You\u2019re not expected to be perfect\u2014you\u2019re expected to grow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ask for clarification instead of wondering what to do. <\/strong>Feedback is more helpful when it&#8217;s specific. If something isn\u2019t clear, don\u2019t guess. Ask.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-an-example-of-how-to-handle-negative-feedback-nbsp\"><strong>An example of how to handle negative feedback<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s say one of your supervisors says, <em>&#8220;You seemed unsure during your patient presentations.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An unhelpful interpretation of this comment would be,<em> &#8220;I&#8217;m bad at presenting.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A more productive interpretation would be, <em>&#8220;I need more structure. Maybe I can use the SOAP format or practice my differential articulation.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-turning-feedback-into-actionable-growth\"><strong>Turning Feedback into Actionable Growth<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you&#8217;ve received and interpreted feedback, the next step is to act on it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s take a look at how to do that the right way.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, Dr. X receives the following feedback from her attending: <em>&#8220;You\u2019re thorough in your patient care, but you tend to fall behind during morning rounds due to slow pre-rounding and long note-writing.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the third time she\u2019s heard something about her tendency to fall behind.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>What should she do?\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DR. X will hopefully see the pattern here and decide to act. To be maximally effective, her response should be:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-specific\"><strong>1. Specific<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>A good response would be: <em>\u201cI\u2019ll work on improving the efficiency of my morning pre-rounding and note-writing <strong>by using a structured checklist and pre-charting before arriving on the floor. I\u2019ll write my progress notes in a similar format daily so that I can improve my efficiency.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-measurable\"><strong>2. Measurable<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. X says to herself,<em> \u201c<strong>My goal is to pre-rebound and complete progress notes for all my patients by 8:15 a.m. at least four out of five days each week, as tracked in a personal log.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-achievable\"><strong>3. Achievable<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>To make it doable, Dr. X says,<em> \u201cI&#8217;ll try <strong>a new workflow that includes reviewing labs and overnight events before morning sign out, and I\u2019ll shadow a senior resident for tips on efficient pre-rounding this week.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-relevant\"><strong>4. Relevant<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. X notes, <em>\u201c<strong>This goal directly addresses feedback from my attending, <\/strong><\/em><strong><em>and is important for staying on schedule and improving patient care team flow during rounds.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-time-bound\"><strong>5. Time-Bound<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>To make sure change takes place within a specific timeframe, Dr. X says,<em> <strong>\u201cI\u2019ll implement this new workflow starting Monday and reassess my progress with the senior resident after two weeks, during the rotation\u2019s mid-point feedback.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts\"><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Residency is a journey, and feedback is your GPS. As an intern, you&#8217;ll constantly receive input\u2014some helpful, some vague, some challenging. The key is not to fear it, but to mine it for value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, feedback is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A tool for identifying blind spots<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A way to improve rate of growth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A springboard for career development<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What\u2019s important is you\u2019re learning. You\u2019re improving.<\/strong> And every attending you admire has been exactly where you are now. So take a deep breath, review your notes, and lean into feedback. Lastly, remember to be kind to yourself!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>For more (free!) tips to help you through intern year, check out these other posts:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.roshreview.com\/blog\/overcoming-imposter-syndrome-during-residency\/\"><strong>Overcoming Imposter Syndrome During Residency<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.roshreview.com\/blog\/6-lessons-i-learned-during-intern-year-of-residency\/\"><strong>6 Lessons I Learned During Intern Year of Residency<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.roshreview.com\/blog\/tips-for-communicating-with-patients-during-residency\/\"><strong>Tips for Communicating with Patients During Residency<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Rosh Review is a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.roshreview.com\/\">board review<\/a>&nbsp;company providing Qbanks that boost your confidence for your boards and beyond.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Get started with a&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/app.roshreview.com\/trial\">Rosh Review free trial<\/a>&nbsp;to the Qbank of your choice (no credit card required!) and gain access to board-style practice questions,&nbsp;detailed explanations, beautiful medical images, and more.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your intern year, regardless of specialty, is a whirlwind of new responsibilities, steep learning curves, and constant growth. 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