do/phd

Hey everyone, This is my first post on the SDN. I'm currently exploring DO/PhD & MD/PhD (although I know my current stats are definitely not enough for MD) programs and would really appreciate any insight into the MSUCOM DO/PhD program—especially as it's one of the few physician-scientist...

Hi all, please bear with me if this is a stupid question. I know that in most cases an MD will give you more opportunities than a DO but I have been hearing that MSUCOM ( one of the best DO schools ) is better than MSUCHM ( a mid-tier MD school). What is your take for: -Someone who wants to...

Hello everyone! I was invited to PCOM to take part in their DO/PhD interview. This seems like a really exciting opportunity. However, there's some questions I have that I'm not able to find online. Hoping to get insight from anyone else who has good knowledge about this program! 1. How does...

Hello everyone! I was invited to PCOM to take part in their DO/PhD interview. This seems like a really exciting opportunity. However, there's some questions I have that I'm not able to find online. Hoping to get insight from any DO/PhD or DO students at PCOM, or anyone else who has good...

Background: I'm currently in a DO/PhD program. Did one year of grad school (Neuroscience PhD program, working on computational project) and now am in my first year of med school. I don't usually ask the internet for advice on my life, but I figured what the hell. I've been debating about...

Are DO/PhD programs fundamentally set up in a similar way to MD/PhD programs? Similar time frame, funding, etc. What would be considered competitive stats for DO/PhD? So far I've applied mostly DO only with a few MD only. I'm considering applying to add a PhD later. Like depending on how med...

Because of the primary care nature of the DO degree, I assume these programs are not large or popular. Are they as competitive as MD/PhDs?