Discover inspiring journeys of faith and divine guidance—how God moves mountains in the lives of aspiring doctors navigating the U.S. residency and fellowship Match.
One interview, one match: how a medical student matched into ophthalmology against the odds
Against all odds, Dr. Martha Henao’s faith never wavered during the residency Match—and God showed up in a big way.
Third-time residency applicant matches internal medicine despite low Step 1 score
A medical student with a low Step 1 score applies to neurosurgery residency for the third time, despite warnings that success is unlikely. Trusting God completely, she risked failure—but His faithfulness opened an unexpected door, leading her to match in internal medicine.
God’s guidance during a neurosurgery residency interview
Dr. Ben Carson’s story has inspired countless people, both in medicine and beyond. In this excerpt from his book, Gifted Hands, he shares how he turned to God for guidance during a pivotal neurosurgery residency interview at his top-choice program.
How an IMG secured a pathology residency after just two interviews and a previous mismatch
Dr. Bennet Omalu’s inspiring story of faith and perseverance is both real and vulnerable. In his book, Truth Doesn’t Have a Side, Dr. Omalu candidly shares his doubts and frustrations after not matching, and how surrendering to God ultimately guided his journey.
IMG matches dream internal medicine residency with late application and four interviews
Trusting God the entire way, this doctor fights fear, numerous obstacles, and a late application to match into internal medicine against the odds.
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