Well, as an IMG, I personally prefer categorical program because I've heard that securing a prelim/TY position is extremely difficult especially for IMGs. Also, if I get to work in the same hospital from an intern, I could be more familiar with the system and the area...thought it would be easier for me to acclimate.
Still, I did apply to categorical and advanced programs as well as prelim IMs in university setting and received more that expected considering this competitiveness.
I am curious how this actually works in my ROL. If a program offers both categorical and advanced and I applied for both tracks, do I rank it separately in my ROL? I prefer categorical, but advanced would be thankful too...how do I express my wishes to the program? Do they ask? or should I say to the PD at the interview? 😳
