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Ok everyone, I know this might seem a bit like a ridiculous question, but it's truly been bothering me quite a bit. I have had 2 interviews so far (with several more in the works over the next few months), and they are all spread between D.O. and M.D. programs. I have already been accepted to VCOM on the D.O. side, and it looks like I have a good shot at VCU after nailing my interview a couple of weeks ago (the interviewer told me I have nothing to worry about, and he'll advocate for me - definitely a good feeling). I received a follow up email confirming that I was on the 'good' hold list after my interview, meaning that when they send out invitations there's a good shot I'll get one. I don't want to be overconfident though....
So if I happen to get accepted into VCU for M.D., or other DO and MD schools over the next months, do you all think that there is a better decision? I mean, it seems that the stigma attached to DO doesn't really exist anymore; I even noticed that last year VCOM had a higher match rate (for preferred choice) for their graduates than VCU did. I am honestly interested in osteopathic manipulation, but if there is any chance that I might be more limited if I choose DO, then I feel like I should go the MD route. I know this question has been asked numerous times, but I think that each year the times are changing more and more, and the overlap is becoming much more apparent between the two schools.
Thanks for any advice. And if possible, do any of you have a good method for ranking schools on your list? Something like:
1.) Residency Match
2.) Cost
3.) Location
4.) Class size.......etc.
Thanks again, and best of luck to everyone! When I got my call from VCOM yesterday saying I was accepted, it was a like a weight being lifting off my shoulders.
So if I happen to get accepted into VCU for M.D., or other DO and MD schools over the next months, do you all think that there is a better decision? I mean, it seems that the stigma attached to DO doesn't really exist anymore; I even noticed that last year VCOM had a higher match rate (for preferred choice) for their graduates than VCU did. I am honestly interested in osteopathic manipulation, but if there is any chance that I might be more limited if I choose DO, then I feel like I should go the MD route. I know this question has been asked numerous times, but I think that each year the times are changing more and more, and the overlap is becoming much more apparent between the two schools.
Thanks for any advice. And if possible, do any of you have a good method for ranking schools on your list? Something like:
1.) Residency Match
2.) Cost
3.) Location
4.) Class size.......etc.
Thanks again, and best of luck to everyone! When I got my call from VCOM yesterday saying I was accepted, it was a like a weight being lifting off my shoulders.