carib schools + ross U

[pparikh]

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Hey I wanted to get an idea of what the restrictions are in terms of having a degree from carribean med schools, not only in the United states/canada but from a long term world over perspective (i.e. being able to work in the middle east and european countries). Has anyone had problems getting jobs inside and outside the US/Canada because of their degree? Or does your residency/fellowship university matter more than your medical school? If so what are the chances of getting into residency programs at decent universities in the states?
I'm also applying to ross and I have a 34T with a 3.87 cGPA, research and volunteer experience, and okay LORs. I wanted to apply for may, is this still possible or shud I save my money and apply for the september cycle?
Is it better to apply to the september or may cycle with respect to residency match time? I would figure it would be better to apply to the may, what is your opinion. Help on most of these issues would be appreciated.

 

[GuessWho]

A couple questions...
Why are you not applying to US schools? What country were you planning on working in?
I have no idea how hard/stats for graduating from Caribbean and working in a country that is not the USA or Canada.
Restrictions with working in the USA/Canada are limited to where you do your residency. To make a generalization....if you want to become a neurosurgeon, orthopedist, optho, derm, straight plastics--and you would like to do those in a timely fashion...then go to a US or Canadian school. If you are interested in IM, Peds, Family, Gen Surg, Neuro, Psych etc. AND you work your *** off, AND a Caribben school is your only/last option, then go to either SGU/Ross/AUC.

If you finish your residency/pass boards/didn't burn bridges while doing so, then getting a job is not the problem. Getting a residency is the hurdle with Carib schools.

As far as when to start (for Ross only--and only if you go straight through without failing anything or taking time off)...May would give you a few months off before residency =nice. January would either give you either WAY too much time off or none at all (Jan start people hhave to option to rush things and match in 3 years instead of 4). Sept ends in time for match.

If you are thinking Ross, you should be applying now for May or September. If may is full they will roll you to Sept.

Hey I wanted to get an idea of what the restrictions are in terms of having a degree from carribean med schools, not only in the United states/canada but from a long term world over perspective (i.e. being able to work in the middle east and european countries). Has anyone had problems getting jobs inside and outside the US/Canada because of their degree? Or does your residency/fellowship university matter more than your medical school? If so what are the chances of getting into residency programs at decent universities in the states?
I'm also applying to ross and I have a 34T with a 3.87 cGPA, research and volunteer experience, and okay LORs. I wanted to apply for may, is this still possible or shud I save my money and apply for the september cycle?
Is it better to apply to the september or may cycle with respect to residency match time? I would figure it would be better to apply to the may, what is your opinion. Help on most of these issues would be appreciated.

 

[pparikh]

Okay so I applied to the states but I ended up sending in all my secondaries at the deadlines or a few days before, you think it is worth it to stay back a year and reapply early this time around? and I have a 9 on VR, even with my 34T...
I know its on a case by case basis but what is your opinion?

 

[desi1983]

Have you taken MCATS mre than once? If you can get in american colleges, with your stats you should have no problem, you should def. go that way. Having foreign medical degree and trying to look for residency position will take lot of energy and optimism. Applying early to american school def. has an edge than waiting till the last minute. Medical school monitor every move, how long it took you to finish your applications and stuff. Supposedly, these things tell them about your work ethic. But if im in your boat, I'll try my luck with american medical school, because foreign medical school is way too much hassle if you are planning to practice in states.

Best of luck.

 

[GuessWho]

Go the USA route. If you had a 2.9, I'd consider Carib.

 

[J ROD]

Okay so I applied to the states but I ended up sending in all my secondaries at the deadlines or a few days before, you think it is worth it to stay back a year and reapply early this time around? and I have a 9 on VR, even with my 34T...
I know its on a case by case basis but what is your opinion?

Apply early this year and go to a US MD school.

With those stats, some will give you a chance.

A 9 in verbal is fine.

Enjoy the year off and do some extra volunteer work!!

That will show the commitment.

 

[McGillGrad]

Stop wasting our time with these silly questions....

 

[MDPWR]

Phew!

 

[Osteomania]

Phew!

My sentiments exactly. My dear, you need to take a year off and wait for the next cohort. If only I could do things all over again...

You're over-qualified.

Get a job in the health industry if you can, go volunteer at some hospitals, get in touch with some doctors to get wicked letters of recommendation, see a surgery or two if that tickles your fancy, shadow, work on your people skills and bedside manner, and otherwise relax cuz you got the marks to make it right here in North America.

 

[pparikh]

thanks for the advice guys, sorry for those who were inconvienienced (sp?). Just wondering are there a lot of students who go to the carib and then reapply to the US at the same time? Do you think this is looked upon favourably or not? (i know about costs, i understand i'm going bury myself under a heap of red)