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I had the similiar question last year. I am here again. Guess what I did not match into Cards (No I am sorry I did not get an interview)
I am a very disappointed guy, but at the same time I know I have to be persistent.
Now Cheif Resident in a mediocre University program. Have excellent LORs. Already have 3 papers (2 research papers and case report). One paper is in revision in Circulation (this might be my trump card). Had 12 abstracts last year. Presented in AHA, ACC, TCT, SCAI, ESC last year including oral presentation in AHA. 4 papers is in submission process. I did all these during my residency. Last year I did not get a single interview. I dont have any visa issues. I think the major issue here is FMG status.
I really doubt how many programs open the ERAS application. The most frustrating part is the amount of money we have to spent for the application and negative response. Anyway I am ready to fight till the last moment. I fought this my much through out my career. I have only one choice too. Cardiology!
My mentor is really surprised. He thought last year my CV was one of the best (considering the fact that all these was done during residency without taking an off year for research).
Any input about how to strengthen my application will be greatly appreciated. I know there are lot of experienced guys in this forum.
Thanks
I am a very disappointed guy, but at the same time I know I have to be persistent.
Now Cheif Resident in a mediocre University program. Have excellent LORs. Already have 3 papers (2 research papers and case report). One paper is in revision in Circulation (this might be my trump card). Had 12 abstracts last year. Presented in AHA, ACC, TCT, SCAI, ESC last year including oral presentation in AHA. 4 papers is in submission process. I did all these during my residency. Last year I did not get a single interview. I dont have any visa issues. I think the major issue here is FMG status.
I really doubt how many programs open the ERAS application. The most frustrating part is the amount of money we have to spent for the application and negative response. Anyway I am ready to fight till the last moment. I fought this my much through out my career. I have only one choice too. Cardiology!
My mentor is really surprised. He thought last year my CV was one of the best (considering the fact that all these was done during residency without taking an off year for research).
Any input about how to strengthen my application will be greatly appreciated. I know there are lot of experienced guys in this forum.
Thanks