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Session 101 Dr. Patrick Myers joins us to talk about what he looks for as a fellowship program director, what makes a good neonatologist, and his own unique journey to this specialty. Out of training for about eight years now, Patrick also shares what they’re looking for in candidates if this is something you’re interested in. Meanwhile, be sure to check out all our other episodes on https://medicalschoolhq.net/meded-media/ (Meded Media). [01:30] Interest in Neonatology and Real-Life Experience Patrick realized he wanted to be in Neonatology until after his entire residency class matched into Neonatology. He spent a year being a peds hospitalist as he experienced a ton of deliveries. He thinks the fellowship match is helpful in terms of streamlining and getting everybody a chance to get their application out to several people.  A big downside is if you decide you want to do something else when you're already two years in.  For residents taking an extra year to figure things out to become a better applica