Navigating post-match disappointment: What to do if you did not match

KevinMD April 24, 2024
Rajani Katta, MD

Over the last few weeks, I’ve spoken to applicants who did not match in the 2024 NRMP match. They are just a few of the thousands of highly qualified students and physicians who did not match this cycle. This is a wrenching experience, and it can be hard to pick yourself up and move on to the next steps. However, the actions you take over the next few months can be instrumental in setting you up for later success. I recommend that you start with these five steps.

1. Process your emotions. It takes an immense amount of time and energy to apply for residency, from preparing for licensing exams and excelling in rotations to writing applications and interviewing. If...

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