Can DO's sign outside

[Dryacku]

Can we sign into allopathic prog outside the match... is that possible???? or do we have to go thru the match???

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[Taus]

as of now...yes...you can sign outside the match....but it shouldn't be something to count on

 

[DrMom]

Most allo programs still have you go through the match.

You're not too likely to find anything terribly competitive that'll sign people outside of the match.

 

[Buckeye(OH)]

Unless your just a badass DO student; like me.

 

[drusso]

Yes, you can sign outside the match as a D.O. But, as other posters mentioned, it is rather uncommon. Most programs prefer that all USMG's sign through the match. IF you elect to sign outside the match, invest $300 in having a lawyer look over your residency contract and sure that both sides are on the up and up. It will be money well spent.