How I Matched Into Psychiatry: Interview With Dhruv Gupta (Part 1)

Join Dr. Samir Desai as he interviews Dhruv Gupta, a fourth-year medical student who just received some good news. He got into Psychiatry! Dhruv's interest in psychiatry can be traced back to his childhood spent living in different countries. He encountered poverty and violence, and you'll learn why those experiences motivated him to pursue psychology as a major in college. With an interest in psychiatry, he began medical school at St. George's University. Not long after starting, however, he experienced some significant hardships. Learn what happened to Dhruv, and how he was able to overcome those challenges.  After completing his core clerkship in psychiatry and confirming his interest in the field, you'll learn why Dhruv did multiple away rotations, what these experiences were like, and how you can make a strong impression during your own away electives.    The information Dhruv shares will help you plan your own strategy for a successful match in psychiatry.