Residency Headshots

As a medical professional, you will come across many opportunities to present a professional picture. For example, it could be for identification or assessment. But whatever the reason, you must make it count by presenting a good image.

One of the important pictures you will have to present is the residency headshot. Every doctor has to provide this image when applying for residency. Bartholomew Photography is determined to give you the best residency headshot per requirements.

You can trust us for an impactful and aesthetically-appealing image that will make an impact. Learn more about residency headshots and our services below.

What Is A Residency Headshot?

First, a residency headshot is a portrait image. The medical practitioner is the main subject of this headshot. The residency headshot is an image used in the application for residencies and fellowships. It is a requirement for any practitioner to apply for these opportunities.

The most common use of a residency headshot is on the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) application. This application has standard requirements which you must meet.

The residency headshot’s primary function is to show professionalism, competence, and friendliness. It is hard to achieve these aspects without a professional behind the camera. A selfie in your workplace or home will not do. You need professional photography services to help you achieve this look.

ERAS Residency headshot requirements

Residency programs use pictures for identification during interviews. Additionally, they serve as a visual reminder of who you are when ranking the applicants. ERAS has standard requirements for every photo submission as follows:

• The image must not exceed 2.5 x 3.5 inches in size.

• The resolution must be 150 dpi, and the file should not be more than 100 KB.

• The image must be in color.

• The subject’s entire face must be centered in the middle of the picture.

• The image must fully show the subject’s head and shoulders. 

• The background must be white or light-colored.

Based on these requirements, getting anything other than professional images is not advisable. It should be a well-prepared image, free from blurriness, graininess, and other imperfections.

Avoid using passport images even if you are wearing professional attire since the finish can go against these requirements. Additionally, the picture could appear glossy or grainy. Instead, ensure you book a studio session with a reputable photographer who understands these requirements.

To make your application stand out

Remember that you are not the only one applying for residency. It is a competitive pool, and you have to stand out, even with small details such as the quality and aesthetic of your image. Make efforts to make your image stand out.

The programs receive a lot of applications and may use image quality to eliminate some of the applications and put others on the list of considerations. So if you want to be on the non-eliminated list, ensure your image stands out for its quality and correctness.

To make you look more trustworthy

A picture is worth a thousand words. You can say nothing but expose everything from the quality and aesthetic of your image. Residency headshots are supposed to instill trustworthiness, professionalism, and competence.

Going to a photographer with experience ensures that you look trustworthy and professional. Ensure that you achieve this look.

For the brand image

Beyond your residency application, you can use your good-quality headshots to build a reputable brand image. You can use your headshots as a profile and cover photos for all professional profiles on social media. In addition, you can use this headshot if your job requires a picture for your ID. A good headshot has endless professional applications.

How To get the perfect residency headshot

• Book a professional photographer. A good way to ensure quality images is by going to a professional photographer. Ensure that your photographer has experience taking residency headshots. Additionally, ensure they have the right equipment and background for the shoot. Above all, you should feel comfortable during the shoot.

• Share your goals. Share your specialty and what you want the picture to look like. A good photographer will understand your desires and bring them to life.

• Wear the right thing. Wear professional attire in your picture, similar to what you would wear during the interview.

• Get the perfect look. Good studios have a makeup artist and offer professional tips on posing to ensure you get the perfect look.

• Smile! Because of the attire and aesthetic, residency headshots tend to look standoffish. But you can neutralize that with a smile. We encourage you to smile, as it instills trust and makes you look friendly.

We offer high-quality residency headshots

Bartholomew Photography is determined to make your residency headshots stand out. We are well versed with ERAS requirements and guarantee high-quality outcomes.

We are in Las Vegas, Nevada, with a well-equipped studio. From lights to props, ideal backgrounds, and cameras, we have everything we need to make you look great.

Our photographer is an experienced craftsman with experience pausing life. His technique and experience have made many clients happy. He will make you a key part of our success portfolio and, hopefully, a long-term client.

We want to see you step into your residency with confidence. Therefore, we will go the extra mile by providing makeup services and posing tips. Rest assured, we will help you look your best.

Above all, we will ensure that you are comfortable and natural. We are pros, so you can trust us to get you the best picture while securing your comfort and approval. After completing your residency, be sure to schedule an additional photo shoot with us for your doctor headshots!

Once you check the residency program application timeline, book your studio session with us. The sooner you get your pictures taken, the better.