Understanding the MSPE and 1:1 OSA Meeting
The MSPE, a crucial component of residency applications, provides a standardized evaluation of a medical student's performance in school. It is not a letter of recommendation but rather a comprehensive account of the student's activities and progress while addressing academic or professionalism concerns. The document aims to present information clearly and concisely, emphasizing professionalism, academic history, progress, and noteworthy characteristics. The MSPE timeline includes meetings with OSA advisors for review and revisions before submission.
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Understanding the MSPE and your 1:1 OSA Meeting John Allen, MD
The MSPE Required component of residency application Standardized document (AAMC MSPE Task Force Guidelines) Summative statement of evaluation in medical school (no surprises) Not a letter of recommendation, instead an accounting of time and activities during med school Serious academic difficulties or professionalism concerns must be addressed in the MSPE (no surprises) AOA and GHHS will be noted in your MSPE MSPE written by Dr. Thom, Dr. Allen, Dr. Lamos, Dr. Flaherty. MSPE writer assigned by specialty applying
The MSPE Standardize, to extent possible, information in the MSPE across schools, and present it clearly, concisely. Include details on professionalism both deficient and exemplary performance. Limit Noteworthy Characteristics to three bulleted items that highlight an applicant's salient experiences and attributes. Locate comparative data in the body of the MSPE. Include information on how final grades and comparative data are derived (i.e., grading schemes). Provide school-wide comparisons if using the final adjective or overall rating and define terms used. Include six sections: Identifying Information, Noteworthy Characteristics, Academic History, Academic Progress, Summary, and Medical School Information. Please see the full MSPE Recommendations for more detailed guidance on content in each section.
MSPE Timeline Meet with OSA advisor 1 on 1 in May through June MSPE written over the summer by an OSA Dean MSPE ready for student review one week before due to programs (late September) One week for student to review MSPE and offer changes Can suggest edits for factual errors, punctuation errors, grammatical errors Cannot edit based on content of course evals (grade appeal process) Can re-upload your MSPE once
Will the MSPE show our evaluations exactly like they appear on MedHub, or will it be a summary of the main points from each evaluation. Alternatively, say that there is a common theme from our rotations (ie: very empathetic student), will that be summarized in a cover letter or something of that effect?
What if our sub-I is not included in the blocks included on the MSPE (up to and including block 2 of MS4)? Is that a problem? Should we have a sub-I during the blocks included on the MSPE? What if there are no spots available?
How is the MSPE unique to a student, and can make a student stand out compared to their peers or other applicants? How is the MSPE utilized compared to Letters of Recommendations?
https://www.medschool.umaryland.e du/osa/residency-application- manual-/the-mspe/ Reference the OSA Residency Applicant Manual for questions
What do we discuss together How competitive is my specialty? How many programs should I apply to? Which programs should I apply to? Contingency planning (if needed) Personal branding Noteworthy characteristics
Checklist to complete prior to your OSA advising meeting Complete the Career Tab on MedScope and indicate your Preferred Pronouns Review your current schedule/graduation requirements Review the Residency Application Handbook The below are NOT required but may be helpful Meet with Departmental Mentors Create a preliminary list of programs of interest Create a CV Draft Create a Personal Statement draft; we are happy to review outside the meeting timeframe
Other things to take care of Confirm name/pronunciation in MedScope as you wish for graduation/diploma Update your Preferred Pronouns in MedScope for the MSPE (if not indicated will default to he/him, she/her) Update your contact information in MedScope Pay it forward, sign up to be an Alumni Mentor (Career Tab, MedScope) Use the MedScope Interview Tracker to ensure optimal advising! Consider your mission/brand and ensure social media profiles are professional/clean Complete the Graduation Questionnaire (online through AAMC) available Jan May
