Overcoming "Red Flags": How IMG Roadmap Alum Dr. Troi Lake Secured a Spot at John Hopkins (IMG Roadmap Series #123)

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Are you worried about application "red flags" affecting your residency match prospects? Meet Dr. Troi Lake, IMG Roadmap Course Alum and pathology PGY-1 at the Johns Hopkins Hospital! Tune in to learn how she leveraged her experience and skills to achieve success despite various challenges.

Are you concerned about how application "red flags" may impact your residency match?

Dr. Lake's journey offers valuable insights. Despite facing failed Step 1 attempts and personal hardships, she utilized strategic planning and resilience to overcome these obstacles. Her success serves as proof that with determination, even the toughest challenges can be conquered.

She swears by the IMG Roadmap course as a key tool in helping her to stay ahead and create an effective plan.

Feeling discouraged by past setbacks or application weaknesses?

Dr. Lake's story illustrates the power of strategic planning and perseverance. By leveraging networking opportunities on platforms like Twitter and tailoring her application to showcase genuine interest, she defied the odds and secured a position at a prestigious institution like John Hopkins Hospital.

In addition to this, Dr. Lake only applied to a shocking thirty programs: learn how being intentional in your application can revolutionize your experience in the match!

Are you worried about past failures or resume gaps affecting your residency prospects?

Dr. Lake's journey demonstrates that these "red flags" can be overcome with resilience and determination. Through her experience and the guidance of the IMG Roadmap course, she reframed setbacks as opportunities for growth, ultimately achieving her goal of matching into a top-tier residency program.

Dr. Troi Lake's inspiring journey serves as a testament to the power of resilience, determination, and strategic planning in overcoming application "red flags" and achieving success in the residency match process. As you navigate your own path, remember her story and the invaluable lessons it offers in facing challenges head-on and reaching your goals.

You can reach out to Dr. Lake to continue the conversation via her:

X (formerly Twitter): ⁠⁠@LakeTroi⁠⁠

Email: ⁠⁠troialakefl@gmail.com⁠

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