NuRD_Complex
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Hi all, I am lucky to be choosing between these two great programs and would appreciate some help. I am vaguely interested in surgery, maybe ortho (although this may change later on). I don't believe there is a big prestige difference between the two, so it is not a factor in my decision. Let me know your thoughts.
Cornell
Pros:
- Many opportunities for surgical training, particularly ortho through HSS.
- Ability to do research at some of the best centers in their respective fields (MSK, Rockefeller, NYP, HSS)
- Living in NYC sounds exciting!
- Some don't like this, but I love the fact that students live across the street from Weill Cornell and within walking distance to all the institutions.
- Robust global health programs.
- 1.5 year pre-clinical, leaving 6 months of dedicated research time.
- Great match list
- 4 year program
Cons:
- Cost will be higher than if I were to attend CCLCM (although likely less than 100k)
- AOA and clinical grades may give rise to competition.
- It would be harder (and more expensive) to do a second degree if I wanted.
- Arguably less impactful clinical exposure than at Cleveland Clinic? (I'm not sure about this one)
CCLCM
Pros:
- Great program with extensive research incorporated into the curriculum.
- $$ Received a full tuiton+living stipend for all years, hence graduating truly debt-free.
- No AOA grades or ranking.
- Great clinical exposure.
- Free second degree if I decide to pursue it.
- Great match list
Cons:
- Housing is not as easy or convenient to find compared to Cornell
- I will need a car, hence adding an expense I wouldn't have at WCMC.
- 5-year program (this is by far my biggest con)
- Mandatory lectures are not my cup of tea.
- Cleveland is not as exciting as NYC.
- May not be recognizable to people outside the medical field (not really that important, but true)
Interested to read your input. Thank you!
Cornell
Pros:
- Many opportunities for surgical training, particularly ortho through HSS.
- Ability to do research at some of the best centers in their respective fields (MSK, Rockefeller, NYP, HSS)
- Living in NYC sounds exciting!
- Some don't like this, but I love the fact that students live across the street from Weill Cornell and within walking distance to all the institutions.
- Robust global health programs.
- 1.5 year pre-clinical, leaving 6 months of dedicated research time.
- Great match list
- 4 year program
Cons:
- Cost will be higher than if I were to attend CCLCM (although likely less than 100k)
- AOA and clinical grades may give rise to competition.
- It would be harder (and more expensive) to do a second degree if I wanted.
- Arguably less impactful clinical exposure than at Cleveland Clinic? (I'm not sure about this one)
CCLCM
Pros:
- Great program with extensive research incorporated into the curriculum.
- $$ Received a full tuiton+living stipend for all years, hence graduating truly debt-free.
- No AOA grades or ranking.
- Great clinical exposure.
- Free second degree if I decide to pursue it.
- Great match list
Cons:
- Housing is not as easy or convenient to find compared to Cornell
- I will need a car, hence adding an expense I wouldn't have at WCMC.
- 5-year program (this is by far my biggest con)
- Mandatory lectures are not my cup of tea.
- Cleveland is not as exciting as NYC.
- May not be recognizable to people outside the medical field (not really that important, but true)
Interested to read your input. Thank you!
