{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"MetaCast","title":"MetaCast #33 - Building a U.S. Residency Application Before Graduation with Giulia Carvalhal","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1606,"description":"https://research.metaanalysisacademy.com/rha-le-spot-en-postIn MetaCast #33 , we host Giulia Carvalhal, a final-year medical student from Brazil who has built an impressive academic trajectory through research, international collaboration, and strategic planning toward a career in the United States. From early involvement in clinical cohorts during the COVID-19 pandemic to leading her own projects in meta-analysis, Julia’s journey reflects a proactive and unconventional approach to medical training.In this episode, we explore the key decisions that shaped her path, including how she leveraged research as a central pillar of her application, developed technical skills such as data analysis and programming, and built meaningful connections with international mentors. We also discuss her experience securing a competitive clerkship in the United States, navigating limited opportunities as an international student, and balancing USMLE preparation with an active research portfolio.The conversation highlights the importance of building a well-rounded residency application, including publications, clinical experience, networking, and academic consistency. Julia also shares insights into pursuing a physician-scientist career, the role of meta-analysis in gaining research autonomy, and how persistence and initiative can open doors even in resource-limited environments.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/Pwrxowg9oTjUmbnUaPYgk-xg3MFGiAPt7APFk9N55MI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS84Y2I0/MzI2ZjBjMmQ4ZmIw/NjJiZDZmZDQ3YjFj/ZDc5Ny5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}