Suggested Goals for Med 3

Rule in/rule out specialties

• Have a short list in mind by spring of Med 3

Book 1-2 Med 4 electives

• Begin this process towards mid-winter of Med 3

Familiarize yourself with some Residency Program requirements

• Begin researching residency programs on CaRMS, especially
  • Selection criteria
  • curriculum
  • highlights

Prepare an elective wishlist and organize paperwork

• Use the AFMC Student Portal and the McGill Electives CAtalogue, as well as other School catalogues as needed
• Immunization paperwork for med4 electives (this can be arranged by The WELL Office) and police checks in a timely manner for host school elective application deadlines.

Obtain Letters of Recommendation

• See here for instructions and suggestions

Meet the Career Advisor to review and solidify plans

• Regular appointments

• Additional appointments for Med3/4

Address any dossier "issues" or "gaps" for your specialty plan