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Episode 9

Navigating Clinical Rotations: Tips, Balance & Finding Your Purpose During Training Part 1

Published on: 17th February, 2025

Student Doctor Olivia Pavlich sits down with OMS-IVs Rebecca Shaneck and Katie Metzler for a deep dive into their experiences during their third and fourth years of medical school. They discuss navigating clinical rotations, shelf exams, finalizing a specialty, and applying to sub-internships. Plus, they discuss the factors that went into their decision to take (or skip) the USMLE. They additionally highlight the importance of balance and staying connected to their passions.

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