Write a residency application that actually sounds like you
Get from messy clinical notes to polished, reflection-first drafts in under an hour. No generic AI templates, no corporate jargon.
Everything you need
Five tools, one powerful workflow
Activity Descriptions
Upload your CV/Resume (PDF, DOCX, or TXT) to import experiences automatically, then generate descriptions optimized for the 750-character limit.
Most Meaningful
AI recommends your 3 most meaningful experiences with scored analysis and reflection drafts.
PS Writer
Generate a structured personal statement using the 4-part framework: Hook, Development, Reflection, Conclusion.
PS Scorer
Get your personal statement scored across 5 dimensions with actionable category-level feedback.
Coherence Check
Analyze your full application for thematic consistency, conflicts, and redundancies.
Example output
From messy notes to polished draft
A real activity description generated from a handful of bullet points. This is what the Activity Descriptions tool produces.
- volunteered at free clinic downtown, about 8 months - saw mostly uninsured patients, lots of diabetes + htn - helped triage, took vitals, translated spanish sometimes - one guy came in w chest pain, we called 911, turned out to be MI - made me realize how much access matters, not just medicine
For eight months, I volunteered weekly at a downtown free clinic for uninsured adults. I triaged, took vitals, and translated between Spanish-speaking patients and our volunteer physicians. Most visits were for uncontrolled diabetes and hypertension — conditions that are manageable with consistent care and that spiral without it. One morning, a man walked in with chest pain; we called 911, and the workup confirmed a myocardial infarction. By month eight, I stopped thinking of these as separate problems. Most of what we treated was medicine catching up to an access problem — someone who couldn't get in for a check-up six months earlier.
ChatGPT vs. ERAS Optimizer
Why pay when ChatGPT is free?
General-purpose chatbots do not understand residency match rubrics. ERAS Optimizer is specifically tuned to eliminate AI slop and hit strict character limits.
| Dimension | Generic ChatGPT | ERAS Optimizer |
|---|---|---|
| Tone & Vocabulary | Fills text with recognizable AI slop (“delve,” “tapestry,” “fostered,” “unwavering”). | Uses strict anti-slop guidelines. Generates specific clinical reflections in a mature, natural voice. |
| Character Constraints | Frequently ignores limits, forcing you to manually count characters and edit descriptions under pressure. | Built-in character control. Generates drafts that fit exactly within 750-character and 300-character ceilings. |
| Essay Structure | Writes chronological resumes in prose. Misses the reflection layer program directors scan for. | Uses a strict 4-Part Structure (Hook, Development, Reflection, Conclusion) and maps your ideas to Narrative Arcs. |
| Application Coherence | Reads prompts in isolation. Cannot check if your experiences contradict your personal statement. | Coherence Check reads your entire application package simultaneously to flag theme conflicts and voice drift. |
| Specialty Rubrics | Has no knowledge of match history, clinical specialties, or program director preferences. | Grades and iterates drafts against rubrics tailored dynamically to 17+ specialties and applicant types (IMG vs. US MG). |
Pricing
One-time payment. No subscription.
Start free with Activity Descriptions. Traditional ERAS advisors charge $500 to $2,500 per statement — get advisor-grade feedback at 2 AM for a fraction of the cost.
Starter
For focused applicants
$39
one-time
- Import CV, Resume, or MyERAS PDF
- Activity Descriptions & Writer
- Specialty-Specific AI Scorer (17+ specialties)
- IMG vs. US MG Custom Scoring
- Premium Vector PDF Reports
- Generous daily limits
Pro
For competitive specialties
$79
one-time
- Everything in Starter
- Coherence Check
- Higher daily limits
- Priority support
FAQ
Questions, answered honestly
Is using AI to draft my application cheating?
No. ERAS Optimizer generates drafts from your own raw notes and experiences — the ideas, stories, and reflections are yours. Think of it as a brainstorming and editing partner, not a ghostwriter. You review and revise every word before submission.
Will residency programs detect that I used AI?
The tool is built to prioritize specific, personal reflection over generic AI phrasing. Output is tuned to sound natural and mature, not templated. That said, always read, edit, and personalize every draft — the best applications are ones you genuinely stand behind.
Do I have to pay upfront?
No. You can sign up for free, upload your CV/Resume to auto-fill activities, and generate up to 3 descriptions without paying. Most Meaningful, Personal Statement Writer, and Scorer unlock with Starter ($39), and Coherence Check unlocks with Pro ($79) — one-time purchases, no subscription.
Are there usage limits?
Yes — each plan has generous daily limits sized for a full ERAS application cycle. Limits reset every day, and in practice honest applicants almost never hit them.
Can I get a refund?
Yes. If the tools don't meet your expectations, contact us within 14 days for a full refund. See our refund policy for details.