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Interview Techniques

In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan.
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Interview Techniques

Sam Slade et al.
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Research confirms interviewing is an effective system of gathering essential information regarding the personality and character of another person. In the medical profession, interviews are a key element for gathering information on a one-on-one basis, starting with applying to professional school to daily interviews with patients in a variety of settings. Interviews will always be a part of medicine due to the nature and importance of the information gained. Continually developing and improving techniques in conducting and participating in the interview process will benefit all those who labor in the medical field. As noted above, interviews are a continual process in the medical field.

  1. Healthcare student assessments are completed via interview before acceptance into a professional school

  2. Healthcare professionals are interviewed during their application process for residency

  3. Residents are interviewed for important career positions

  4. Researchers interview research subjects

  5. Medical staff interview patients

  6. Attending physicians and professors interview medical school or residency candidates

These are only a few of the interviews one may participate in over a career. The interview pattern and techniques are similar for the nursing and allied health professions.

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Conflict of interest statement

Disclosure: Sam Slade declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Shane Sergent declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

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