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I am very curious on the biggest questions that premed students have regarding military vs. civilian route. This can be an Ask Me Anything (AMA) thread or free speak. Intent is to understand current concerns regarding both pathways as well as to answer specific questions that arise. Please...

Just creating a thread for Military HPSP applicants to post questions and their status in the application/commissioning process. Feel free to post and get this thread going!

I can't seem to find any updated information on this topic, so I was wanting to throw out a few inquiries for those of us who may be interested. As a Fall 2018 applicant, when should one begin applying for the HPSP program? Also, what are the general requirements throughout school and...

Hi! HPSP applicant here who has been accepted to his state medical school. I have been doing research out the wazo to find answers to my questions, but have yet to get a solid answer. I thought I would post here for some honest help! My situation: Accepted to state medical school, which will...

I'm a new guy here but my googles over the past year or so routinely direct me to this site, so I figured I should probably register and ask my specific questions in a new thread... I've tried searching but the results are always a little off from what I want to know specifically. So here goes...

Hello everyone, I have been doing internet marketing, web design, and other gigs for the past ten years. However, I am very tired of working behind a PC all day. That is why I decided to go the PA or NP route. Over the past year of my clinical experience, I have come to love the health field so...

Hi all, I've been reading up on deciding if the HPSP scholarship is right for you but I can't seem to find anyone talking about putting it on their application for med schools; any reason a med school would look down on (or view positively) someone with this on their resume?

I was originally planning on having my packet complete for the October board this year, but unfortunately my recruiter said it is unlikely and I'll have to submit for the November board probably. I was wondering how this affects my chances of being granted the scholarship?

Hey all! As the title says, would anybody be able to take a look at my motivational statement? I'm currently trying to get my application complete for the first boards for Navy HPSP. Thanks in advance!

Alright, here are the facts, I'm a current Army HPSPer (MS3) interested in ENT. I will be getting married next year to a current intern in a 4 year residency program (civilian). I want to start a family at some point, but also don't want to destroy her chances of establishing a practice after...

Hey all, Elected to go with a full ride to state school vs HPSP or USUHS out of state and have an interest in dermatology. While I recognize like everyone says derm then changes as med school progresses, I really have enjoyed it in shadowing, especially MOHS surgery, and was just curious about...

I am currently enlisted in the United States Army, I've been in 4 years and my contract ends in June of 2019. Im still working on my associates degree and I plan on having it done by the time my contract ends, and using my GI bill to complete my Bachelors. Afterwards i am trying to get into...

Hey guys. I'm a third year AF HPSP medical student leaning heavily towards family medicine these days and was curious about my rotation options. Does anyone have any experience with any of the following bases? I understand my choices are as follows: -Nellis AFB (Las Vegas, NV) -Eglin AFB...

I would really appreciate it if anyone could provide some feedback on it when I'm finished

Hi everyone! I'm in the process of having schools look at my applications and it looks like I'll most likely get in to all of them with my grades (3.9 370 OAT). Not trying to show off or anything, it may be useful info to answer my question. I have a meeting with an army recruiter in the next...

Hey all! I am interesting in applying to AF HPSP, but I am having some trouble getting in touch with a recruiter to get on-track with my paperwork. I live in the D.C. area, and I have called the local recruiting office and sent some emails. Any tips from people who have moved through the...

I have a super specific question that I hope someone can answer. 1.) I am currently applying for the Navy HPSP and Army HPSP. 2.) I also plan to marry my current girlfriend soon who is a South Korean citizen. Question: Will marrying her at this time and petitioning for her marriage visa to the...

I wanted to put this out there to help others with similar aspirations make the most of their Education benefits. If you can enter a MD, DO, DDS, etc. program with all your benefits intact, you will put each month to good use, as the annual max now is around $23k, not including Housing...

Hey all, I would really like to serve for a period with the Navy in military medicine at some point in my career. I was accepted for USUHS and HPSP but was then offered a full ride to Wayne State which seemed too good to pass up. I am now debating between taking HSCP during medical school to...

I am an M4 Navy HPSP, my current plan is to rank FTIS first (I will rotate at NMCSD and NMCP this fall which should give me a better idea). I've heard EM is looking even more competitive this year, which is already working against my favor. So, before spending a ton of money/time applying to...

For anyone in Army HPSP: I'm recently enrolled in HPSP and now have MODS access. My recruiter advised me to stay on top of things in the MODS discussion forum. However, every time I attempt to click and access the forums (and also my messages) under the "Bulletin Board" section, It logs me out...

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If you're a Health Professions Scholarship Program recipient then you are entitled to a laptop or tablet paid for by your military branch! As the #1 source for computer rentals for HPSP students, Laptops For Military Docs has a wide selection of products, with a straightforward rental process...

Hi all! I am 4-year AF dental HPSP that will begin this fall. I will not be attending COT until after I graduate. I am already a military dependent and have immediate access to a base to obtain my ID. I read that we have to bring in our appointment order or Form 92 to do so. I do not see this on...

Hello all, I'm a senior at a state university currently in the midst of applying to several schools for graduate studies in medical physics, starting in the Fall of 2018. My school of choice (Duke University) has mentioned that many students in the program have accepted HPSP contracts through...

Hey folks - I'm just starting the Navy GME application process this summer, and am set on Family Medicine. I am mostly trolling for generic recommendations and tips about the military GME application process, as well as opinions on the various training sites. (This year, it will likely be...

Mobile surgical teams are critical to battlefield care What do y'all think of this article, and do you think its implications will make any appreciable impact on surgery in the Air Force?

Starting a thread for those who are applying to HPSP for the next cycle. Feel free to share info or ask questions. I will try and keep updated numbers, stats or anything that will help you apply. I can also help you find a good healthcare recruiter if you are applying Army. Good luck!

Hey all, So I applied for the Airforce HPSP and was offered the scholarship prior to having my background check completed and some other items. It has been about three weeks since I signed a form confirming my intent to accept the scholarship and have not received any word from my recruiter and...

Hey all! Posed this as an extension of a military med thread I made a few days ago, but figured I'd also post it in this thread for feedback. I was recently offered full tuition at Wayne State University. However, I was also accepted to Sidney Kimmel Medical College (Thomas Jefferson...

Okay, so I'm trying not to freak out lol but I did some calculating about my loan costs and I'm a wee bit nervous... I didn't get any love from my state school so I'm going away to a much pricier OOS school. I have about $148,000 in undergrad loans and for med school, I was given about $84,000...

Hi all, In the beginning of March my Navy recruiter called me to say that my application was looked upon favorably at the previous selection board, and that I was "professionally recommended" for the HPSP scholarship. I asked him what this meant exactly, and he replied that it meant that the...

Hey all, Down to the wire in my decision making between Navy HPSP at Thomas Jefferson in Philadelphia or Navy at USU. Anyone here that made a similar decision and has some insight? USU Pros: -O-1 salary during med school, zero cost of attendance, cool travel opportunities, camaraderie, better...

I am interested in serving in the Navy Reserves during all 4 years of medical school. I am already accepted into medical school, ready to start in August. Likely career will be physical medicine and rehabilitation. I have no prior military experience. I am NOT applying for HPSP because I do...

Im debating HPSP. I definitely want to specialize, orthodontics if I have the stats. Do you think HPSP would give me a better chance at getting an orthodontic residency? Could I apply to the military residencies and "normal" residencies when that time comes around? Thanks in advance.

Questions about Transplant Surgery sub-specialty in the Army: 1) I know the Army does have a Transplant Surgery fellowship, but so far I have not been able to get any info on the number of spots they have, or whether this is a civilian or military fellowship (partnership between UMB and Walter...

Hey SDN, I am applying for the 3yr AF HPSP and can get a LOR from my US Congressman whom I interned for. I've only met the guy a handful of times but his office manager said I could get a LOR if I send a draft. What do y'all think about this? Should I write it myself or should I just go with 3...

Hello all! I've been stalking through SDN for a couple years now, but this is the first time I've posted. I'm currently a Cadet at a service academy (Kinesiology major), junior, currently in the final roster for the pre-medical program here. Basically the program is that you complete at...

Hello all! I've been stalking through SDN for a couple years now, but this is the first time I've posted. I'm currently a Cadet at a service academy (Kinesiology major), junior, currently in the final roster for the pre-medical program here. Basically the program is that you complete at...

Does anyone have any experience with successfully completing a waver to be unconditionally accepted to USUHS based upon medical history? Serving in our nation's military as a medical doctor has been a dream of mine for years, but unfortunately my medical history is going to get in the way. I'm a...