Kinda dumb question about residencies

[GaryPham]

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Hi guys, sorry if this is a basic question, but I have a quick question about matching into allopathic residencies.

I read around and notice that a lot of Osteopathic students match into allopathic residencies (somewhere between 40-50%?). Do all allopathic residencies require a USMLE score? or do some accept both USMLE or COMLEX?

 

[Jack Daniel]

Hi guys, sorry if this is a basic question, but I have a quick question about matching into allopathic residencies.

I read around and notice that a lot of Osteopathic students match into allopathic residencies (somewhere between 40-50%?). Do all allopathic residencies require a USMLE score? or do some accept both USMLE or COMLEX?

You're asking an advanced question for a pre-osteo forum. Remember, this forum is for students applying for osteopathic medical schools!

I recommend searching for this question in the osteo forum or maybe the residency forums specific to your interest.

However, here's a basic answer to your question:
All ACGME residencies do not require the USMLE. It is, though, probably a wise move to take the USMLE if you plan to apply to a competitive ACGME residency or a particular program where DOs rarely go. Programs where there is a good mix of MD and DO residents may accept both scores. This can be verified by talking with the PD or other students in that program.

Hope this helps.

 

[TLe]

Hi guys, sorry if this is a basic question, but I have a quick question about matching into allopathic residencies.

I read around and notice that a lot of Osteopathic students match into allopathic residencies (somewhere between 40-50%?). Do all allopathic residencies require a USMLE score? or do some accept both USMLE or COMLEX?

At my DMU interview, one of the head guys there said that most allopathic residencies accept the COMLEX.

 

[Bacchus]

Most do accept the COMLEX, but remember that you're playing their game. Taking the USMLE puts you on a better course for those competitive allo residencies that you may be applying to. I know, it sucks, but their is still the rather faint hint of "hate" towards the DO degree so rock the USMLE to prove yourself.

 

[Jack Daniel]

..but their is still the rather faint hint of "hate" towards the DO degree so rock the USMLE to prove yourself.

Bias or preference, maybe. But, hate?