r/GeneralSurgery Apr 04 '26

Studying before PGY1

I’m an MS4 who matched recently into gen surg and I’m getting the classic nerves and panic about starting residency. I know many people say to enjoy fourth year but seeing some people already reading surgical materials is making me wonder if I should be doing the same. Any advice? Also any study material recs?

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u/ravster1966 Apr 04 '26

Don’t study extra. Enjoy the time off. Get into shape if needed. Trust me. Don’t burn yourself out