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Has anyone tried making their CastleBranch account to upload their immunizations to yet? I am trying to do it, but the only programs on the list are nursing - no medicine
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svek said:
Has anyone tried making their CastleBranch account to upload their immunizations to yet? I am trying to do it, but the only programs on the list are nursing - no medicine
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I did it, it was listed under COM
 
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Miyakan said:
How did you get to COM? The link I have goes to the school of nursing too
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I typed in the link that came with my acceptance in the mail. I didn't follow the links through the email, but I think they're the same. COM was on the drop down menu, but that was a month ago. I would call that number on the letter from student health that came in your acceptance packet.
 
HerpesX said:
Can anyone shed some light on why most students here get placed into family medicine residencies as compared to other schools? I have been accepted here but am more interested in specific specialties
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I think, and i'm just speculating based off of looking at the match list, is that most TUCOM students want to stay in California. If you look at the match list, a big majority of Tucom grads match into a california residency and there's more FM residencies. Maybe the reasoning is that if you do FM you can live where ever you want? But the nice thing is you can control what type of specialty you want to do. Take both boards, do great and you can specialize in whatever you want.
 
Whitecatmcgee said:
I think, and i'm just speculating based off of looking at the match list, is that most TUCOM students want to stay in California. If you look at the match list, a big majority of Tucom grads match into a california residency and there's more FM residencies. Maybe the reasoning is that if you do FM you can live where ever you want? But the nice thing is you can control what type of specialty you want to do. Take both boards, do great and you can specialize in whatever you want.
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Well TUCOM California’s match list is far inferior to Western U’s DO program, and it’s quite concerning to me
 
HerpesX said:
Well TUCOM California’s match list is far inferior to Western U’s DO program, and it’s quite concerning to me
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They're both great schools and both match 100%, which is good. And both match around 60% of their class into ACGME residencies, which is great considering the upcoming residency merger. If I recall correctly at the Western interview they told us that about 65% of last year's class matched into primary care (FM, IM, Peds) and I think Touro is around the same. But either way, they're both wonderful programs. Go with the one you feel best at! Congrats on your acceptance by the way!
 
Whitecatmcgee said:
They're both great schools and both match 100%, which is good. And both match around 60% of their class into ACGME residencies, which is great considering the upcoming residency merger. If I recall correctly at the Western interview they told us that about 65% of last year's class matched into primary care (FM, IM, Peds) and I think Touro is around the same. But either way, they're both wonderful programs. Go with the one you feel best at! Congrats on your acceptance by the way!
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Thank you! I actually only have an acceptance at Touro CA, and was just comparing with the other DO school in California. It’s concerning how low the pass rate on step 1 comlex is at Touro CA as opposed to other schools, and makes me worry that we arent prepared enough for it
 
HerpesX said:
Thank you! I actually only have an acceptance at Touro CA, and was just comparing with the other DO school in California. It’s concerning how low the pass rate on step 1 comlex is at Touro CA as opposed to other schools, and makes me worry that we arent prepared enough for it
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My understanding was that it was low years previously but has since tried to improve itself through changed curriculum and selecting better students. At my interview date, the dean said COMLEX 1 pass rate was about 98%? Current students can correct me if I'm wrong.
 
GatsbyK said:
My understanding was that it was low years previously but has since tried to improve itself through changed curriculum and selecting better students. At my interview date, the dean said COMLEX 1 pass rate was about 98%? Current students can correct me if I'm wrong.
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Now that you mention it, I do remember him touching up on that. Is there a student currently attending here that can confirm that?
 
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In town for an interview tomorrow. Anyone trying to grab a coffee or dinner later?
 
II, complete 7/19.

Haven't had the chance to call yet, does anyone know what the interview dates are?

Edit: I called. They interview every Monday/Tuesday and have lots of dates still available so for those who haven't heard back yet - don't lose hope!
 
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Has anyone received an II lately? I submitted in December and has been silence since.
 
pinklimediluted said:
Has anyone received an II lately? I submitted in December and has been silence since.
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During my interview last week they mentioned that they interview into May and they still had open seats for the class so I wouldn't be too discouraged. Might be worth giving them a call though.
 
hopefulblonde said:
During my interview last week they mentioned that they interview into May and they still had open seats for the class so I wouldn't be too discouraged. Might be worth giving them a call though.
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Thanks, I may give them a call, was hoping to receive some love from this school since I'm a CA resident. May I ask when you submitted your secondary and when you received and II invite?
 
pinklimediluted said:
Thanks, I may give them a call, was hoping to receive some love from this school since I'm a CA resident. May I ask when you submitted your secondary and when you received and II invite?
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CA resident here too! I submitted my secondary right around the beginning of Dec and received II Jan 29th. It was a pretty quick turn around- maybe because I submitted it 'off season'?
 
Wow this thread is small. just received an II today. kinda late and suspicious lol. already have an acceptance to KCU. im not sure if i want to attend at this point since i already payed my deposit and everything for kcumb. is it worth it to go? what would the chances be of them actually taking me at this point? i am a ca resident, and hope to end up here in the end, but would it make that much of a difference going here?
 
studentdoctorv said:
Wow this thread is small. just received an II today. kinda late and suspicious lol. already have an acceptance to KCU. im not sure if i want to attend at this point since i already payed my deposit and everything for kcumb. is it worth it to go? what would the chances be of them actually taking me at this point? i am a ca resident, and hope to end up here in the end, but would it make that much of a difference going here?
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I think it's worth it, you might really like the school. Plus, if you want to stay in California and practice in California. A significant amount, like around 85% of TUCOM graduates match into a California residency. It makes sense because in year 4, audition rotations are mainly in California, so you get exposure to those sites. But, KCUMB is a great school too and going there certainly won't hold you back! So either way! Look at the match lists for each school and see what most fits your future plans/wants.
 
studentdoctorv said:
Wow this thread is small. just received an II today. kinda late and suspicious lol. already have an acceptance to KCU. im not sure if i want to attend at this point since i already payed my deposit and everything for kcumb. is it worth it to go? what would the chances be of them actually taking me at this point? i am a ca resident, and hope to end up here in the end, but would it make that much of a difference going here?
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Accepted to KCUMB and interviewed here as well. If you live close by I would say go for it but if you have to travel, I don't think it's worth it.


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studentdoctorv said:
Wow this thread is small. just received an II today. kinda late and suspicious lol. already have an acceptance to KCU. im not sure if i want to attend at this point since i already payed my deposit and everything for kcumb. is it worth it to go? what would the chances be of them actually taking me at this point? i am a ca resident, and hope to end up here in the end, but would it make that much of a difference going here?
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I'm from the east coast and this school is my only acceptance. I think having the ability to go to medical school in California is a real privilege
 
studentdoctorv said:
Wow this thread is small. just received an II today. kinda late and suspicious lol. already have an acceptance to KCU. im not sure if i want to attend at this point since i already payed my deposit and everything for kcumb. is it worth it to go? what would the chances be of them actually taking me at this point? i am a ca resident, and hope to end up here in the end, but would it make that much of a difference going here?
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Hey, current student dropping in. I interviewed in May last year on the last interview date of the cycle and was accepted within a week of my interview. I would say if you want to stay in CA it'd be a disservice not to go to the interview. Anyways congrats on your KCU acceptance!
 
Accepted earlier this week, forgot to post. Interviewed last week!

Will be withdrawing so hopefully one of you awesome people who are still waiting get my spot!
 
dlev92 said:
Hey, current student dropping in. I interviewed in May last year on the last interview date of the cycle and was accepted within a week of my interview. I would say if you want to stay in CA it'd be a disservice not to go to the interview. Anyways congrats on your KCU acceptance!
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boxasaurus said:
Current OMS-1 at TUCOM and am willing to answer any questions that you may have about the program!

Also for those of you waiting on interviews, don't freak out too much- when I applied last year, I submitted my application early July and didn't hear back until January!
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Hey! I know you're probably very busy but I was hoping you could spare a minute or two to answer some questions.

1) The website isn't too clear about the curriculum, so I wanted your opinions on it. Is it systems based or PBL? Pros and cons?
2) Is a car absolutely necessary?
3) I know you said that there are a lot of research opportunities, but does that require a lot of travel or is it possible to be done on campus? Kind of goes with my second question...trying to avoid the car expenses haha

Thanks ahead of time!
 
homeostatic-ing said:
Hey! I know you're probably very busy but I was hoping you could spare a minute or two to answer some questions.

1) The website isn't too clear about the curriculum, so I wanted your opinions on it. Is it systems based or PBL? Pros and cons?
2) Is a car absolutely necessary?
3) I know you said that there are a lot of research opportunities, but does that require a lot of travel or is it possible to be done on campus? Kind of goes with my second question...trying to avoid the car expenses haha

Thanks ahead of time!
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1. It's a combination of both. The curriculum is mainly systems based, but we do have some aspects of problem based learning. This semester we're learning about cardio, resp, and renal but we have some labs in which we're given patient problems that we have to address and discuss among a group.

2. It's not necessary, but it would make things a lot more convenient. That or you should try to find housemates who have cars. A number of classmates and I go to local grocery stores together on a weekly basis.

3. There are lots of students who do research on campus. You have a faculty mentor and that's an easy way to ask about research opportunities that they or other faculty members they know may be doing!
 
Is there a better plan that meets the requirements, or is the one through school what most people end up getting? (for those who aren't covered by their spouse/parents).
 
II on 3/27! I'm really excited, but I'm worried that at this point in the cycle, it's just for a spot on the waitlist. Anybody from previous cycles know if this is the case or not?
 
Just made the gut wrenching decision to turn down an II due to acceptance closer to home/family. Good luck to those still waiting!
 
Is there a housing website for Touro students or some apartments near the campus?

Is parking free on campus?
 
Darth Revan93 said:
II on 3/27! I'm really excited, but I'm worried that at this point in the cycle, it's just for a spot on the waitlist. Anybody from previous cycles know if this is the case or not?
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I just got off the phone with them, and they're interviewing every M/T until 5/15. the kind lady also reassured that they "do not interview just to fill a waitlist"
 
Darth Revan93 said:
II on 3/27! I'm really excited, but I'm worried that at this point in the cycle, it's just for a spot on the waitlist. Anybody from previous cycles know if this is the case or not?
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Congrats on that interview! I'll be interviewing next week.. any tips on how to prepare for it?
 
I was extended an II on 3/27. My actual interview isn't until 4/23. Sorry, I don't have any tips to give yet Good luck on your interview!
 
Does anyone know if there are financial aid forms that accepted students need to fill out? I don’t recall getting any
 
Has there been any recent interviews from this school? Any post-secondary rejections?
 
Hey guys! Interviewing 4/23, and was just wondering if anyone knew the best way to get to the school? I'm guessing I should fly into Oakland and find my way from there? Did you guys just uber from the airport or is there a better way to get there? Thanks for the help!
 
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