internal medicine

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    Family Medicine Residency prospects

    Hello, I am looking into family medicine residency programs and wondering if it is a good line to go to, and what are the prospects and fellowships that one can do after this residency and other options available after it.
  2. R

    Position Swap EM swap Midwest for east coast other EM or Psych or IM

    I'm looking to relocate to the East Coast from a strong EM program in Michigan. My ideal would be a different EM program but I'd consider psych or IM. I'm headed into PGY 2 but would repeat PGY 1 if need be. I'm in good standing...
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    Awesome review book?

    Hello, I'm a Canadian Internal Medicine resident signed up for the ABIM in Aug 2015. I'm looking for a used copy of the Awesome review materials, since it's hard for me to get a week off for a review course down in the states. Don't mind anything written on/ highlighted. Would appreciate any...
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    Away rotations for IM

    I've received some very mixed advice about whether or not to do an away rotation if I were going into internal medicine. The gist is that I'm from California, but am going to school out in the midwest...In the ideal world I'd go back closer to my family for residency. What are your thoughts on...
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    Position Available Internal Medicine Staff Chief Resident Position 2016

    Grand Strand Medical Center excited to announce a position for a creative, humble, warm and enthusiastic Internal Medicine PGY-4 Staff Chief to join an experienced program director, associate program director, core faculty, and staff for our 2nd year of our new ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine...
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    Looking for Internal Medicine residency vacancy for 2016

    Hello, I am looking for an internal medicine residency vacancy for 2016. I am IMG student and February 2016 ECFMG certified. I have three months of U.S. hands-on clinical experience and already completed three years of IM residency in Germany. I was wondering if any program director is looking...
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    Looking for the observership/externship in internal medicine

    Hi all, I am an IMG, graduated from Germany. I have also 3 years of clinical experience as an internal medicine resident in Germany. I have already passed my USMLE step one, CK, and CS exams and I am ECFMG certified. I was wondering if anyone is aware of any observership/externship in internal...
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    Switching residency program within IM

    Hey there. I have a question, hoping to get some information regarding the process of transfer. My wife and i matched this year into PGY1, but unfortunately she matched in Florida and I matched in NY (as we did not apply for a couple match). Now we are wondering what are the options available to...
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    Looking for Physician/PA for Primary Care Practice - Brooklyn, NY

    A medical office in Brooklyn NY is looking for a motivated physician (MD/DO) or physician assistant (PA) with NYS license to work in a primary care practice; full time or part time, in a supportive environment utilizing electronic medical records. Bilingual English/Chinese preferred. Recent...
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    Position Wanted Desperately need PGY1 slot for IM/FM/Neurology/Emergency Medicine residency

    Very eagerly looking for a PGY1 residency spot for this summer. Good US experience and recommendations. Please help in looking for any post match slot anywhere in the U.S. Thanks.
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    chances of IM residency+fellowship down the road?

    What else should I do to make myself more competitive for academic IM programs ? I would much appreciate it if you could give me some insights and suggestions. Thanks!!!
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    Position Wanted Looking for PGY2 Internal Med spot at academic program

    Hello, I am a graduate of a top 25 US medical school who is doing a prelim IM year (PGY1) at a Northeastern academic program. I failed to match in a competitive specialty and I am looking for a PGY2 IM position at an academic program. I am most interested in FL, NC or the Southeast but I am open...
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    Planning strong 4th year electives for IM... help?

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    For Sale INTERNAL MEDICINE BOARD REVIEW STUDY MATERIAL MEDSTUDY

    MedStudy: Internal Medicine Board Review Core Curriculum 15th edition: 5 books, 780+ pages, plus Study guide and shelf case Asking price $100 Very good condition- some underlining/margin notes. These books highlight the important things to know. Short Study guide includes pointers on how to...
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    Can a FM doc do an IM LOR if they had you on an inpatient rotation?

    Hey everyone, I'm nearing the end of my third year of med school and am trying to get some LORs together. I want to go into neurology, and most programs require 2 neuro LOR and 1 IM LOR. Two of my internal medicine rotations were done with Family Med residents and attendings on the inpatient...
  16. ShuperNewbie

    NYU will stay 4+2

    Hi guys, so there seems to be a strange rumor floating around these boards about how NYU will be switching to a 6+2 system for all their interns next year. I emailed the program coordinator regarding this issue and it seems that it's a completely false rumor and I don't have any idea how it...
  17. nutritionbuff

    Current/Past Med students: UCI vs UCSD?

    Hi there, I am hoping that current or graduated medical students could shed some light on UCI and UCSD - beyond what can be read on their websites. I am choosing between the two schools and having a hard time.. In the last couple years, all the major differences that I could identify have been...
  18. ApolloCME

    Internal Medicine CME & Board Review 2017-2018

    Internal Medicine Board Certification and Recertification Review - Oakstone Credit Hours: 27.5 Credit Type: AMA PRA Category 1 Format: Online Video, CD, MP3, DVD MP4 Summary: Internal Medicine Board Certification and Recertification Review provides a comprehensive and practical review of...
  19. TampaDoc81

    Maine Physician - Multispecialty

    Job Description: Are you a passionate physician with Hospitalist, Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular or a General Surgery-Colorectal background? A Healthcare organization in York Maine is looking for multispecialty Physicians. Excellent environment offering a unique work/ life...
  20. TampaDoc81

    Physician - Internal Medicine, Urology, Family Medicine, or Nephrology

    Job Description: Are you a passionate physician with an Internal Medicine, Urology, Family Medicine, or Nephrology background? Regional Medical Center in Western Maryland looking for a couple of Physicians. Excellent environment offering a unique work/ life experience. Our ideal candidate...
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    Position Swap Looking for swap to any residency PGY1, currently PGY1 pathology resident in Chicago

    I am currently PGY-1 resident in pathology in great chicago program, looking to switch to another residency, open to which type.
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    What are the best books/resources for intermediate-advanced EKG?

    Hello, looking for some good resources beyond the basic Dubin. From what I gather EKG maven is a nice source and The Only EKG Book You'll Ever Need is a step up from Dubin. Also, if anyone could suggest a recommended study regimen that would be much appreciated. Thank you in advance.
  23. New I.M. Residency in FL!

    Position Available Brand new IM Residency in Florida accepting applications!

    We are very excited to announce that Blake Medical Center has received notice of initial accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) to sponsor an Internal Medicine residency training program with 45 slots. Our inaugural class of 15 Internal Medicine...
  24. PatNanym

    St. Elizabeth's Boston vs Mount Auburn

    IMG on J1. Interested in GI/Cards/HemOnc. Any thoughts on St. Elizabeth's Boston vs Mount Auburn/Harvard Cambridge? Mount Auburn is Harvard-affiliated and has placed its residents into good fellowships, but no fellowships in-house. St. E's has in-house Cards and HemOnc, but I hear stories...
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    Yale Waterbury Preliminary Medicine Program 2016

    Just wanted send a post to for people in the 2016 match. Hopefully your eyes reach this before you make your ranks lists, as the prelim schedule had a change this month that you would not be made aware of since interviews were in November and December. To preface, YWIM is a relatively good...
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    For Sale ABIM Internal Medicine STUDY MATERIAL FOR SALE

    Start studying early to ensure you will PASS ABIM 2016. More than 50% off retail price MedStudy: Internal Medicine Review Core Curriculum 15th edition: 5 books, 780+ pages, plus Studyguide and shelf case Very good condition $100 Don’t waste thousands of dollars preparing for this exam...
  27. FutureD.O

    NHSC NHSC IM salaries, subspecialization, +

    Hi! I have some questions regarding NHSC scholarships and the salaries one should expect following residency. I am very open to the idea of pursuing a career in Internal medicine. I wanted to see if anyone could give me an idea of the types of salaries one should expect following residency...
  28. playaodamonth

    All Branch Topic (ABT) WRNMMC MICU clerkship

    Hey everyone, MS-3 Navy HPSP here. Just received my confirmation letter for a MICU clerkship at Walter Reed this summer. I utilized the search function on SDN but all of the posts on this subject were pre-2009. Thought maybe anyone had any updates. Was wondering if anyone here has any...
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    Collaboration Competency and IPE Study for Physician Trainees -- Win a $500 VISA Gift Card

    Hello, I am a doctoral student at Northcentral University. As part of my doctoral dissertation, I am conducting a study to assess collaboration competency in physician trainees who have participated in interprofessional education compared to those who have not. You must be a physician trainee...
  30. White Plains Hospital

    Hospitalist and Nocturnist - Full time

    White Plains Hospital has a reputation for both clinical excellence and outstanding personalized care. We are a growing Hospital and physician network, part of the Montefiore Health System. Our expanding Adult Hospitalist Program is seeking exceptional candidates interested in Full Time Night...
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    Blindsided by grade...What to do?

    For my internal medicine 3rd year clerkship, I got very positive reviews from all my residents/attendings who said I was at an intern level. My comments said I was a strong house officer candidate and should consider a career in IM. I scored 91st percentile on the shelf. I've honored every...
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    Applied for residency (mostly NY), but don't really understand the strength of the programs

    Hi, I'm a 4th year student and I just started the residency interview trail. Due to family considerations etc. I ended up applying to a bunch of places on the east coast without really doing good research on the programs. Now I'm interviewing and I feel bad for not spending more time making my...
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    Coney Island Hospital - IM Program

    There isn't a dedicated thread for Coney Island IM and I wanted to get one started. Anyone have any experience rotating at the hospital? Considering there's only 4 DO seats per year is it a competitive program? How do residents manage to live in Brooklyn when you only get $59 in the 1st year...
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    Kaiser Hawaii IM Program

    Does anyone know anything about the Kaiser IM residency in Honolulu? I'm guessing it's a newer program since there doesn't seem to be anything on SDN about it.
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    Urgent Care for IM Boarded

    I am graduating IM residency. trying to find UC gig but am coming across the need to have experience with toddlers/children Has anyone found away "around" this - ie places willing to train them with younger patients or (less likely) jobs that don't require this expereience
  36. KeepCalm&DownDog

    6 Interviews so far, worried

    Hey guys, I'm a 4th year student at a US allopathic program (state). I applied to ~29 IM programs and so far have only heard back from six . I am concerned because I actually did not receive an email invitation from the last program that extended an interview (Loyola) and they had to call me...
  37. PatNanym

    Probability of matching with multiple specialties on Rank Order List?

    Hi. I just wanted to how ranking multiple specialties would affect my probability of matching. For example, if I have 7 IM programs, 3 Peds programs and 1 Psych program on my rank order list, will it decrease my chance of matching at any of these places as opposed to having 10 IM programs on my...
  38. PatNanym

    Variation in chance of matching based on Rank Order List?

    Hi. I am an IMG with average credentials. I was just wondering if my chance of matching would depend on the order in which I ranked programs. For example, if I rank great programs at the top and mediocre programs at the bottom, would it decrease my chance of matching (matching in general, not...
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    For Sale ABIM INTERNAL MEDICINE STUDY MATERIALS FOR SALE

    Start studying early to ensure you will PASS ABIM 2016. All materials are 50% off retail price MedStudy: Internal Medicine Review Core Curriculum 15th edition: 5 books, 780+ pages, plus Studyguide and shelf case Very good condition $200 MedStudy: Core Scripts Flash Cards 2014-2015 edition...
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    Match 2016 Confusion

    Hey guys. I need advice. I have already applied for General Surgery programs for this match. I was intending to apply to Internal Medicine/Family Medicine but I had to unexpectedly delay my Step 2 CK exam, scheduled for October to November. That means my scores will arrive pretty late and many...