2 yr AEGD

[apicalforamen]

Does anyone have any 'updated' insight as to which of the 3 2-yr AEGD sites has the better reputation than the others (or which one to stay away from). Sorry if this is elementary - they don't tell dental students anything about anything.

Also - if you aren't planning on making a career out of the military would it better to just aim for the 1 yr AEGD? Or is the clinical experience of the 2 yr that much better?

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[Tooth Ferry]

Does anyone have any 'updated' insight as to which of the 3 2-yr AEGD sites has the better reputation than the others (or which one to stay away from). Sorry if this is elementary - they don't tell dental students anything about anything.

Also - if you aren't planning on making a career out of the military would it better to just aim for the 1 yr AEGD? Or is the clinical experience of the 2 yr that much better?

2-year counts as a specialty so you're more promotable and get a specialist retention bonus. If you definitely want to go career, 2-year is the way to do it as a GP.

 

[ysrebob]

And conversely, if not planning a mil career then the AEGD-1 is by far the better fit.

(true for USAF anyway)

 

[ESPN907]

If someone did a 2 yr AEGD would they still be able to apply to another specialty later or would they be ineligible?

 

[ModifiedBass]

From what I know of the programs, I agree with the above comments (1-yr if trying to separate, 2-yr if career). You can apply for another specialty after completing the 2-yr program.

 

[TheArmyDentist]

Yes you're allowed to apply for another after the 2 year. In general, I would say, if you want to specialize or have no clue, do the 1 year. It lets the Board know you're serious about your specialty of interest and that you've had experience in the others to know this. It also builds your network of peers and mentors--the mentors are important because you'll need a letter of recommendation from an Army specialist (of the one you are choosing to apply) in order to apply for that specialty later. If you are dead-set on being a General Dentist and/or want a mil career do the 2 year from the start.

 

[NMC2010]

And conversely, if not planning a mil career then the AEGD-1 is by far the better fit.

(true for USAF anyway)

Why not do the 2-year and gain additional skills to help you be a better dentist? Even if you wanted to get out after, doing the AEGD-1 VS AEGD-2 is only 1 year difference... 5 VS 6 year total commitment. Seems like you'd always benefit more from doing the AEGD-2 unless that extra year made a huge difference to you?

Also, another thought. I've seen several of the 63B dentists that said they did the AEGD-1 first, and then did the AEGD-2 and found it to be a worthwhile endeavor. I'm unsure whether they plan on making it a career or not, but even so, this would only be a 7 year commitment total. Maybe he only said that because he did both. Any thoughts on whether or not doing both is worthwhile / has anyone here done both?

 

[krmower]

Does anyone have any 'updated' insight as to which of the 3 2-yr AEGD sites has the better reputation than the others (or which one to stay away from). Sorry if this is elementary - they don't tell dental students anything about anything.

Also - if you aren't planning on making a career out of the military would it better to just aim for the 1 yr AEGD? Or is the clinical experience of the 2 yr that much better?

The 2 yr programs constantly change because of new specialty mentors and program directors. What may have been good/bad for one residency class could be totally different for another.

I've had friends go to all the different programs and enjoy them. They all meet CODA accreditation which dictates curriculum and requirements to a certain extent.

I did Hawaii with the Army and enjoyed it.

 

[apicalforamen]

Can someone break down the pay difference between 63A and 63B?

 

[questionasker1071]

Can other branches do the 2 yr army aegd at Tripler?

 

[ShortShortsDad]

I’m not sure right now but DHA is making sure that will be the case moving forward. At Ft. Bragg the Endo residency is getting another service branch resident this upcoming year. For medicine the match has been mandated to be Triservice THIS YEAR. So I’m not sure specifically Hawaii now but this is what DHA will be moving too soon

 

[customx]

A little off topic, but I found out last week that 63B grads will be paid an additional $65k/year for signing a 6 year contract. The Army is having a really hard time holding onto Bravos

 

[Luna724]

Another factor that you might want to consider is for a recent graduate from a 1-year AEGD program, you are more likely than not to be either assigned to a brigade spot or the new MAP assignment. Even if you do get a regular clinic assignment, you're more or less considered the same as 63As who didn't do the 1-year program, meaning you won't be escaping from constant churning of sick calls and exams. If you really want your credentialing to mean something in the Army, being a 63B will allow you to be doing a scope of GP you want to be doing.

 

[Big Time Hoosier]

Yes you're allowed to apply for another after the 2 year.

In the Navy at least, you need to have fulfilled any service obligation AND get permission from your current specialty leader. It’s not as easy as just submitting an application.

Big Hoss

 

[Luna724]

Can other branches do the 2 yr army aegd at Tripler?

No, it's only for the Army, as it stands.

Can someone break down the pay difference between 63A and 63B?

A bit outdated but still relevant nonetheless.