another "chances/goals" threads from an MS3

[jclarke]

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In general, I have P's, rare HP's, and only H's in Spanish. I had a poster as an MS2 at the PAS convention and won an award for the same poster at my med school, which isn't highly ranked.
Step 1: 222 (92)

My possible end-goal is to specialize in child abuse or nephrology (waiting 'till I actually do peds nephro or start peds residency to decide).

I know I can apply everywhere but was hoping to get some advice from people who have similar backgrounds or who just know because they've already applied and heard back... 😕 so very confused, and I'd really really appreciate any advice. Also, should I take Step 2 CK ASAP? (earliest I can take it would be July 2008).

1. With my average grades and Step 1 score, do I honestly have a shot at any name programs like Denver or Cincinnati? (not the, my friend's friend failed and got in...type shot)
2. If not, where in NYC would you recommend? I feel like anywhere would have a huge patient load, but not necessarily great teaching.

I can't do an away at all the available places, so I was hoping for some guidance😱

 

[ZekeMD]

In general, I have P's, rare HP's, and only H's in Spanish. I had a poster as an MS2 at the PAS convention and won an award for the same poster at my med school, which isn't highly ranked.
Step 1: 222 (92)

My possible end-goal is to specialize in child abuse or nephrology (waiting 'till I actually do peds nephro or start peds residency to decide).

I know I can apply everywhere but was hoping to get some advice from people who have similar backgrounds or who just know because they've already applied and heard back... 😕 so very confused, and I'd really really appreciate any advice. Also, should I take Step 2 CK ASAP? (earliest I can take it would be July 2008).

1. With my average grades and Step 1 score, do I honestly have a shot at any name programs like Denver or Cincinnati? (not the, my friend's friend failed and got in...type shot)
2. If not, where in NYC would you recommend? I feel like anywhere would have a huge patient load, but not necessarily great teaching.

I can't do an away at all the available places, so I was hoping for some guidance😱

It really varies....I think the whole process is kind of random. I would apply broadly and see what happens. I wouldn't get your hopes up on some of the TOP programs (CHOP, Boston, etc), but just about any pediatrics program will allow you to pursue fellowship training. Good luck.

 

[jclarke]

yeah, i'm not going to hold my breath for THOSE programs, especially when they aren't interviewing people like you (with awesome scores from a terrific school)...argh!

Good luck on your interviews, not that you need it! Do you know/met Frank Smith? He's a Peds Cardiologist in Syracuse who almost made me feel like I was in love with the wrong organ 😀 (kidneys for me)