I can't decide between which of these two programs to rank higher on my list. They appear very similar on paper and I believe I'll be happy at both, but I want to make sure I don't miss something before I confirm my list. I've written down a pro and cons list for each program to help me decide based on what is important to me, but if you can think of anything else to help in my decision let me know your thoughts.
Case Western:
Pros:
1) More well known program nationally. My ultimate goal isn't to practice in the great lake/midwest so a more prestigious program will open more doors for future jobs in other parts of the country.
2) Very academic. PET/MRI, tons of research, renowned faculty.
3) Resident driven program, few fellows to compete with
4) Dedicated children's hospital, cancer center, and large tertiary care center which seems to hold its own even with Cleveland Clinic near by.
5) Smart residents who really seemed to enjoy the place and spoke highly of the faculty and program.
6) Great fellowship placement
Cons:
1) Location. Not a fan of the cold.
2) more rigorous training, more frequent call including new trauma call.
3) No moonlighting opportunities? (I think)
Beaumont:
Pros:
1) Probably the happiest residents I met on the trail. Spoke highly of the program and the program really seems to cater to residents needs.
2) Quality training, great fellowship placement, and new medical school affiliation makes the program more academic.
3) Many prior residents return to work there which speaks volumes about the program.
4) Less call (6 weeks of nights through the entire four years I believe).
5) Free parking, meal stipend, lunch prior to lecture in physicians cafeteria (little stuff like this goes a long way to improve quality of life in a residency program).
6) Tons of moonlighting
Cons:
1) location. Not originally from the great lakes region, however Detroit maybe a better place to live than Cleveland? Not positive about that, have very little exposure to this region. But Detroit has a large airport at least.
2) Not as academic as Case western, no PET/MRI and not as heavy on research
Case Western:
Pros:
1) More well known program nationally. My ultimate goal isn't to practice in the great lake/midwest so a more prestigious program will open more doors for future jobs in other parts of the country.
2) Very academic. PET/MRI, tons of research, renowned faculty.
3) Resident driven program, few fellows to compete with
4) Dedicated children's hospital, cancer center, and large tertiary care center which seems to hold its own even with Cleveland Clinic near by.
5) Smart residents who really seemed to enjoy the place and spoke highly of the faculty and program.
6) Great fellowship placement
Cons:
1) Location. Not a fan of the cold.
2) more rigorous training, more frequent call including new trauma call.
3) No moonlighting opportunities? (I think)
Beaumont:
Pros:
1) Probably the happiest residents I met on the trail. Spoke highly of the program and the program really seems to cater to residents needs.
2) Quality training, great fellowship placement, and new medical school affiliation makes the program more academic.
3) Many prior residents return to work there which speaks volumes about the program.
4) Less call (6 weeks of nights through the entire four years I believe).
5) Free parking, meal stipend, lunch prior to lecture in physicians cafeteria (little stuff like this goes a long way to improve quality of life in a residency program).
6) Tons of moonlighting
Cons:
1) location. Not originally from the great lakes region, however Detroit maybe a better place to live than Cleveland? Not positive about that, have very little exposure to this region. But Detroit has a large airport at least.
2) Not as academic as Case western, no PET/MRI and not as heavy on research
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