Canadian at USMD applying Ophthalmology

[NoEgo1234]

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Hi all!

I am currently as M1 and I am a Canadian. I am interested in pursuing Ophthalmology,

I know this is a competitive speciality and want to know if my citizenship status will impede me to the point where it is probably not the best option to pursue it. Moreover, I am unsure of exactly how competitive it is compared to other specialties such as neurology, dermatology.

Anyone in a similar boat or experienced this care to shed some advice, it is much appreciated!!

Can anyone also shed light on tips to secure ophthalmology if you are from a low tier MD school.

 

[LunaOri]

It’s highly competitive. Your best chance would probably be at your home program, so get involved there and make sure they think you’re the best!

 

[DrZeke]

If you have a green card it doesn't matter.

 

[medschoolaspirant]

If you need J or H , then choices will be starting to limit, but not to extent that it’s difficult. A stellar applicant will definitely get in.