Prep for USMLEPrep for USMLE Forum
   Forum    Step 1  Step 2 CK Step 2 CS Step 3  Match  IMGs Resources



Prep4USMLE Forum » Residency Match » Match Support Forum



Previous Topic | Next Topic  Portfolio 


Login or Register to post messages  		Electronic Residency




Rated:
  • 0/5
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
(0 votes)
Author7 Posts
skdoc
Forum Guru
avatar

Topics: 27
Posts: 334
10/01/06 - 06:45 PM       #1

Hello Everybody,

I have a question regarding portfolios to be carried along for interview.I am in a dilemma.Can I take a leather portfolio which has handles and looks like a small suitcase or should I carry a very small one.My problem is all my certificates are of different lengths and not fitting into a small and smart portfolio.

Please advice anybody.I would love to have bbb's opinion bcoz she might have seen hundreds of them.

Thanks everybody


Rana Khan
Forum Guru

Topics: 28
Posts: 179
10/01/06 - 08:48 PM       #2

Oh God! such a big problem.

___________________
http://usmle-fmg-visa-information.blogspot.com/

Cix
Forum Elite
avatar

Topics: 8
Posts: 76
10/02/06 - 10:25 AM       #3

Hey skadoc,

A small portfolio is kinda standard for interviews. At staples you can find cheap and good loking ones.

About your certificates, you do not need to bring original to the interview (other than original LORs). Make copies and you will be find.

GL

chemamr
Forum Hero
avatar

Topics: 703
Posts: 4,492
10/02/06 - 10:27 AM       #4

according to my understanding, many (or most) hospitals donīt require that we carry with paperwork (copies f. ex.), so why should we do it?

Cix
Forum Elite
avatar

Topics: 8
Posts: 76
10/02/06 - 10:29 AM       #5

Hi chemamr,

Wht do you think is better?:

a) Carry copies of some documents,i.e., PS, Lors, diploma, CV, etc, and never used them.

b) Do NOT carry them and being asked for one during an interview.

I would pick A anytime

bbb
IM Program Coordinator
avatar

Topics: 34
Posts: 5,273
10/02/06 - 10:51 AM       #6

Tiny problem - I have seen everything from an expensive leather briefcase, to faux leather portfolios, to plastic binders. Carry anything that you want, but not a paper bag (yup, saw that once).

p.s. Since ERAS, we have never asked anyone for additional information. Applicants give me information, but I have never asked for it.....
skdoc wrote:
Hello Everybody,

I have a question regarding portfolios to be carried along for interview.I am in a dilemma.Can I take a leather portfolio which has handles and looks like a small suitcase or should I carry a very small one.My problem is all my certificates are of different lengths and not fitting into a small and smart portfolio.

Please advice anybody.I would love to have bbb's opinion bcoz she might have seen hundreds of them.

Thanks everybody




Edited by bbb on 10/02/06 - 10:57 AM

___________________
bbb - trying to combine common sense and humour into realistic answers, but not going to guess on anyone's chances of getting into a position....

laptop
Forum Guru
avatar

Topics: 19
Posts: 861
10/02/06 - 10:55 AM       #7

bbb wrote:
Tiny problem - I have seen everything from an expensive leather briefcase, to faux leather portfolios, to plastic binders. Carry anything that you want, but not a paper bag (yup, saw that once).




I will save money and carry everything in a pram I stole from a Baby centre .Easy to move and no weight on my shoulders


___________________
WHo let the dogs out in polka dotted dress shirts .









Login or Register to post messages








show Similar forum topics

show Related resources










Contact us | Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy

Copyright @ Prep for USMLE. All rights reserved.