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Residency Letters of Intent Examples
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Residency Letters of Intent allow applicants to express their genuine passion, commitment, and qualifications to their desired program. In this blog, we provide you with residency letters of intent examples to help you perfect your residency application!
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Letters of Intent Example #1: Neurology
Dear Dr. Smith,
I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to reach out to express my sincere interest in Northwestern’s Neurology Residency Program, following my interview on January 5th. After careful consideration, I am thrilled to inform you that I intend to rank your program number one in my rank order list.
Impressed by Northwestern’s Neurology program and faculty, I found the comprehensive training at world-class centers and the opportunity to work with Dr. Dimitri Krainc incredibly enticing. My passion lies in neurodegenerative diseases, specifically amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a field in which I have focused my research during medical school. The active collaboration between Dr. Smith, my current mentor, and the Han-Xiang Deng Lab further enhances the potential for continuity in my ALS research projects should I join your program.
Thank you for considering my application and for the opportunity to express my strong interest in Northwestern’s Neurology Residency Program. I am genuinely excited about the possibility of joining your program and contributing to its legacy of excellence.
Sincerely,
Your Name
Letters of Intent Example #2: Pediatrics
Dear Program Leadership,
I hope this letter finds you well. I had the pleasure of interviewing with your program on November 16th, and I am writing to express my unwavering interest in the residency program at the University of Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and to inform you that I have decided to rank Cincinnati Children’s as my number one choice for this year’s match.
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital’s strong reputation and dedication to comprehensive training in pediatrics left a lasting impression on me, particularly the program’s commitment to tailored training and the fostering of future pediatric leaders. I am considering a career in global health, a field I have extensively contributed to by advocating for improved emergency and acute care in India. The alignment of my goals with Cincinnati Children’s Hospital’s global health initiatives positions me well to contribute significantly to your program.
Thank you for considering my application, and I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to join the distinguished team at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. Should I be fortunate enough to match with your program, I am confident that I will thrive in the rich learning environment you have cultivated.
Sincerely,
Your Name
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