Have you canceled—or are considering canceling—any interviews? Canceling in Thalamus may not be enough! In a few instances, programs were not notified—and didn't realize the applicants canceled their interview—when it was done in Thalamus.
As a result, a spot was taken that another applicant could have filled. It's also a bad look for both the applicant who canceled and their school.
Be sure to send a note to the program coordinator notifying them of the cancellation and cancel it in Thalamus.
Never be a no-show to an interview! Be a good citizen of the Match!
I had a great interview! Do I need to send a thank-you note?
There is a lot of debate about the necessity of thank-you notes after residency interviews.
Is it expected? How much impact does it have?
No one is sure. There is no consensus! It is likely dependent on the specialty and the specific program. If the program specifically told you not to send thank-you notes, don’t!
Some programs discourage any post-interview correspondence and explicitly say so. If they don't mention a position on post-interview communication during the interview day—and you don't see anything referencing their preferences in the materials they provide or on the website—then it's up to you.
For most programs, post-interview thank-you notes are accepted, even if they aren't necessary. Notes can be an excellent way to express your interest in the program! If you send one, send it to the program director and coordinator.
It's not necessary to send a note to everyone you meaningfully interacted with during your virtual interview day (including everyone who interviewed you), but it is an option. Address each person by their formal title (i.e., "Dear Dr. Rusk" or "Dear Dean Hess") and express your gratitude with a sincere “Thank you.”
Try to personalize it with something you discussed during the day. Provide any personal updates or pitch why you're a great fit for the program.
Express your interest in their residency program! Conclude by thanking them again—for example, “Thank you again for the opportunity to learn more about your program and share my experiences, skills, and interest."
Although handwritten notes are the traditional gold standard, emailed thank-you notes are acceptable.
