Monthly Archives: June 2007

Medical specialties: think before you choose

Posted on June 26, 2007 by Terry

Terry is one of the staff of writers for The Doctor Job. Do you need your personal statement edited, or do you need help in writing one from the beginning? Click here for more information. Once in a while when … Continue reading →

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Resume advice for visa holders

Posted on June 20, 2007 by Terry

If you are a job-seeking physician with a J-1 or H-1B Visa, it is essential that your resume be as polished as possible. Many foreign physicians wrongly assume that if they are not finding work it is because of their … Continue reading →

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Physician Resumes: Personal interests should STAY personal

Posted on June 11, 2007 by Terry

I’m not sure whose idea it was to begin putting a “personal interests & hobbies” section on a resume, but I believe it to be one of the worst ideas in resume writing history. The basic reasoning behind the category … Continue reading →

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Structuring Your Resume for Success

Posted on June 5, 2007 by Terry

Physicians often worry about the content of their resumes, but don’t put much thought into the order in which the various categories appear. The structure of a physician’s resume can be a key factor in whether or not he/she receives … Continue reading →

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