Specialty Spotlight: Path to Family Medicine Residency - Student Perspective

Specialty Spotlight: Path to Internal Medicine Residency - Student Perspective

In this episode, we sit down with a group of 4th-year medical students at Geisel - Nicholas Fuller and Annie Dionne -  who share with us their experiences applying to internal medicine residency. They share valuable insights into what it’s really like to pursue a career in IM, from the challenges of the application process to the rewarding moments that reaffirm their passion for the field. Whether you’re a pre-med student contemplating IM and its subspecialties as a career or a medical student gearing up for your own residency applications, this episode offers practical advice, personal experiences, and tips for success.

Student Spotlight: Conversation with Jerry Tullo, Class of 2026 - Part II

See part I for more details on Jerry's journey!

Student Spotlight: Conversation with Jerry Tullo, Class of 2026 - Part I

Short Bio: Jerry Tullo was born and raised in New York and graduated from Harvard University with a concentration in Human Evolutionary Biology. During his undergraduate studies, he assisted in fMRI and PET neuroimaging research on Major Depressive Disorder and Alzheimer's Disease. His published research focuses on the usage of High-Frequency Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation in treating Major Depressive Disorder, at Geisel he has been involved in ENT department conducting research including AI-generated 3D models of surgical target tissue. After college, he spent five years working as a high school biology teacher at Quest to Learn, an innovative public school in New York City. As part of the NYC Teaching Fellows, he followed his mission to bring exciting and high-quality science education to high-needs inner-city schools. Prior to his time as a teacher and medical student, he worked as a professional sailing coach, boat captain, and outdoor educator. In his spare time, Jerry enjoys sailing, scuba diving, and other outdoor activities.    Name (pronouns): Jerome (Jerry) Tullo Hometown: Staten Island NY Year at Geisel: M4 (Split) Career interest: Otolaryngology The best thing about Geisel is: The Cabins! Favorite spot in the Upper Valley: Mascoma Lake Favorite activity in the Upper Valley: Paddleboarding / River Floats Favorite book/poem: In the Heart of the Sea: The Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex by Nathaniel Philbrick Favorite song/piece of music: Bon Iver, Blood Bank Favorite quote: “Success is 90% pomp and 10% circumstance” - Anonymous Most treasured travel: Visiting Myanmar in 2014 Guilty pleasure: HBO’s Deadwood Unknown fact about you: Worked as a sailboat captain in Thailand. Anything else: Looking forward to getting to know my new class of 2026.

Specialty Spotlight: Path to General Surgery Residency - Student Perspective

In this episode, we sit down with a group of 4th-year medical students at Geisel - Christina Sierra, Connor Bridges, Evan Watkins -  who share with is their experiences navigating an interesting journey of applying to general surgery residency. They share valuable insights into what it’s really like to pursue a career in surgery, from the challenges of the application process to the rewarding moments that reaffirm their passion for the field. Whether you’re a pre-med student contemplating surgery as a career or a medical student gearing up for your own residency applications, this episode offers practical advice, personal experiences, and tips for success. Additional resources: DHMC General Surgery Program: https://gme.dartmouth-hitchcock.org/general-surgery [https://gme.dartmouth-hitchcock.org/general-surgery] https://www.facs.org/for-medical-professionals/education/programs/so-you-want-to-be-a-surgeon/ [https://www.facs.org/for-medical-professionals/education/programs/so-you-want-to-be-a-surgeon/] https://www.facs.org/for-medical-professionals/education/programs/so-you-want-to-be-a-surgeon/section-ii-how-to-find-a-surgery-residency/ [https://www.facs.org/for-medical-professionals/education/programs/so-you-want-to-be-a-surgeon/section-ii-how-to-find-a-surgery-residency/] https://careersinmedicine.aamc.org/explore-options/specialty-profiles/general-surgery [https://careersinmedicine.aamc.org/explore-options/specialty-profiles/general-surgery]   Contact information: Christina Sierra: Christina.Sierra.MED@dartmouth.edu Connor Bridges: Connor.J.Bridges.MED@dartmouth.edu Evan Watkins: Evan.D.Watkins.MED@dartmouth.edu

Specialty Spotlight: Path to Family Medicine Residency - Student Perspective

What does road to family medicine residency look like? Hear from current 4th year medical students at Geisel, Micah Trautwein and Mary Harris as they discusse their journey to Family Medicine, application process, and everything in-between! Contact info: Micah Trautwein: Micah.L.Trautwein.MED@dartmouth.edu [oraya.vesvoranan.med@dartmouth.edu] Mary Harris: Mary.E.Harris.MED@dartmouth.edu [Mary.E.Harris.MED@dartmouth.edu]    Additional Resources:  Career options in Family Medicine: https://www.aafp.org/students-residents/medical-students/explore-career-in-family-medicine/career-practice-options.html [https://www.aafp.org/students-residents/medical-students/explore-career-in-family-medicine/career-practice-options.html] https://careersinmedicine.aamc.org/explore-options/specialty-profiles/family-medicine/family-practice [https://careersinmedicine.aamc.org/explore-options/specialty-profiles/family-medicine/family-practice]