Switch Specialties.
Save Your Career.
Tailored 1-on-1 guidance for residents pursuing a new specialty
Feeling Stuck in the Wrong Specialty? You’re Not Alone.
You poured years into becoming a doctor. But now that you’re in residency, something doesn’t feel right.
Maybe it’s the lifestyle. Maybe it’s the culture. Maybe your passion is fading.
You’ve thought about switching specialties, but the process is confusing, isolating, and filled with uncertainty:
- Is it even allowed?
- Will it ruin my career?
- How do I get new letters or rotations?
- What will my program think?
Most residents feel overwhelmed and paralyzed at this stage. You’re not crazy for questioning your path—and you are not alone.
Here’s the Good News: You Can Switch—and We’ll Show You How
Thousands of residents quietly switch specialties every year, but they do it without guidance, mentorship, or a plan.
Med School Insiders Residency ReMatch gives you all three.
Imagine feeling aligned with your new specialty, having a clear reapplication strategy, and knowing exactly what to say to your program and in your application.
We built this program to be the only comprehensive support system for residents pursuing a specialty switch, because we’ve done it ourselves and can show you how to do the same.
Why We Created Residency ReMatch
At Med School Insiders, we’ve seen firsthand how difficult and disorienting a specialty switch can be.
We’ve worked with residents who felt lost, unsupported, and unsure where to turn. We’ve been in your shoes, and we know what it takes to rematch successfully.
Residency ReMatch was built because this kind of support simply didn’t exist. We’re here to help you regain control, make the right decision, and move forward—strategically.
What Sets This Program Apart
Built by Doctors Who’ve Switched
Our team includes physicians who’ve successfully switched specialties and helped others do the same.
Tactical, Not Theoretical
We don’t just tell you what to do. We help you execute every step, from ERAS to observerships to messaging.
Strategic + Emotional Guidance
Switching specialties is stressful. We provide clarity, support, and a battle-tested strategy.
Custom-Built for Your Situation
No fluff. No templates. Just a personalized re-match plan designed around your timeline, target specialty, and needs.
How it Works
Step 1 — Sign Up and Intake
After enrolling, you’ll complete our secure intake form, sharing your background, PGY, current and target specialties, and reasons for switching. This helps us match you with the right Insider (physician advisor) and tailor your advising experience.
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Step 2 — Strategic Clarity Calls
Meet 1-on-1 with your Insider for a deep dive into your options. You’ll assess whether switching is the right move and begin crafting a personalized plan based on your goals, specialty choice, and timeline.
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Step 3 — Execute Your Switch Strategy
We’ll guide you through every step—ERAS, personal statement, CV, letters of recommendation, and observership/rotation planning. Your Insider will help you build a competitive application aligned with your new specialty.
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Step 4 — Apply with Confidence
By application season, you’ll be ready—with experience, strong letters, and a cohesive story. No scrambling, no uncertainty, just clarity, strategy, and support.
Residency ReMatch Bronze
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Doctor advisor
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Unlimited messaging throughout application cycle
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Residency program selection
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Residency program communication guidance
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Specialty Switch Assessment (1 hour)
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Specialty-Specific Experience Strategy (1 hour)
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3 Hours Strategic Advising
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3 Personal Statement Edits
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3 Application Edits
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3 Institutional/Residency Evaluation Edits
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1 CV Edit
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1 Letter of Notice Edit
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1 Hour Mock Interview
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No Supplemental Application Edits
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No Casper AI Tool
Residency ReMatch Silver
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Doctor advisor
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Unlimited messaging throughout application cycle
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Residency program selection
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Residency program communication guidance
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Specialty Switch Assessment (1 hour)
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Specialty-Specific Experience Strategy (1 hour)
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5 Hours Strategic Advising
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3 Personal Statement Edit
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3 Application Edits
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3 Institutional/Residency Evaluation Edits
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3 CV Edits
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3 Letter of Notice Edits
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3 Hours Mock Interview
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No Supplemental Application Edits
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No Casper AI Tool
Residency ReMatch Gold
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Doctor advisor
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Unlimited messaging throughout application cycle
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Residency program selection
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Residency program communication guidance
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Specialty Switch Assessment (1 hour)
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Specialty-Specific Experience Strategy (1 hour)
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Unlimited Strategic Advising*
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Unlimited Personal Statement Editing*
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Unlimited Application Editing*
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Unlimited Institutional/Residency Evaluation Edits*
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Unlimited CV Editing*
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Unlimited Letter of Notice Edits
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Unlimited Mock Interview
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3 Supplemental Application Edits
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Casper AI Tool Included
Still Unsure? That's Normal
We designed Residency ReMatch to meet you where you are. Even if you’re just exploring the idea of switching, you can get started and refund any unused services if you decide not to move forward.
That’s perfectly okay. Many of our clients begin the process still uncertain. In fact, helping you make that decision is part of the service. The early strategy calls with your Physician Insider are designed to bring clarity—emotionally and strategically—before any reapplication work begins.
Yes. If you decide not to move forward with a specialty switch, you’re eligible for a partial refund for any unused hours or services, as long as it’s within 30 days of purchase. This allows you to explore the option risk-free.
We’ve helped residents transition across a wide range of specialties—from surgery to anesthesiology, plastic surgery to pathology, internal medicine to radiology, and more. When applying, you’ll list your current and target specialties so we can ensure the best advisor match.
Yes. In fact, PGY-1 is a common point when doubts arise. We’ll help you weigh your options and build a timeline that fits your situation—whether you’re early in the year or already planning for the next match cycle.
You’ll be matched with a Physician Insider—one of our highly vetted MD advisors who has either personally switched specialties or successfully guided others through the process. Each Insider brings admissions expertise and a deep understanding of how residency programs evaluate specialty changes, so you’ll get strategy grounded in real-world experience.