Rules of interacting and forming relationships with program directors?

[frodohobo]

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I recently emailed the PD of a residency i'm interested in regarding research opportunities along with my CV. The PD emailed me back stating interest in meeting me in terms of giving residency advice, etc. Should I accept it as a genuine interest in me as an applicant or is it just courtesy? Is this the best way to get my foot in the door? If so, how should I go about in handling this so that i don't mess up my future chances in matching?

 

[DermViser]

I always like your questions. Mainly bc your avatar matches well with it. The first rule is not to crosspost.
If your PD wants to give you advice then take it. Stop overthinking it.

 

[operaman]

Agree with above. PDs are human beings too. Just talk to him like a normal human being and be professional. Basta cosi.

 

[bobow98]

The title can be slightly misleading to some. Haha.

 

[DermViser]

The title can be slightly misleading to some. Haha.

Thought the same thing too. Realized OP just wants tips on not being socially awkward with the PD.

 

[JP2740]

In the previous specialty I was applying to, PD was very open to helping and advising. He even gave me his number if I had an emergency question to text lol. Great guy. I honestly wish all PDs were like that.

 

[Psai]

Ah, here we have a medical student in their natural habitat. Watch him lurking the savanna as he quietly stalks his prey. Magnificent creature!

 

[kittykattat]

Ah, here we have a medical student in their natural habitat. Watch him lurking the savanna as he quietly stalks his prey. Magnificent creature!

*Nigel Thornberry voice*