Decision time! UHS vs NSU

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ugagirl4

Hey guys,

I have posted something similar in the osteo forum a few days ago, but I wanted to see what you all think. I hate to post another comparison thread, but I really am confused. I love both schools, and each has their own perks.

So..........UHS vs Nova.........What do you think?
 
For what it is worth (absolutely nothing), here's my advice:

First and foremost, choose the school where you will be happiest. And I am speaking of "quality of life." You will spend four years in medical school, and I would strongly recommend you attend an institution where you will be sincerely happy with life in general. Unhappy students do poorly in school, and learn very little. What makes you happy is totally up to you, whether it is proximity to a support system (family) or climate, etc.

Beyond this, if you are convinced you would be equally happy at both institutions, then I would strongly encourage you to inspect each program's third and fourth year curriculum. Attend the school with the most flexibility. Some osteopathic schools will assign you rotations at a hospital that you may not be thrilled about attending. And then, when electives come around, they may choose to restrict you to primary care electives. This could adversely affect your career, should you find yourself wanting to pursue a non-primary care field.

In sum, I'd take a microscope and examine the clinical years of the schools you are considering, and favor any school that gives you flexibility -- both in terms of hospitals you can attend, and electives you can pursue. I'm sure there are third and fourth year students available here that can tell you how their rotations are setup for their schools.

Best of luck to you, and welcome to the profession.
 
Haven't seen you in a while, SawBones...

I agree with Saw, good advice. Be wary of people always saying that their school is the best. Most M1s and M2s are VERY proud of their school, and this pride is unfounded (most of the time). Ask interns, residents, or M4s.

Q, DO
 
(this goes for anyone considering NSU)

If you don't REALLY want to go to school there, and REALLY want to live/learn/practice in Florida, leave your spot for those of us who do (or at least until I get in!)😀


Just kidding, sawbones appears to be right.

Keep in mind that you'll make connections closer to where ever you are. (think=>where do I want to be in 10 years) It's not who you know, it's who knows you, and all that shee-it.

-NS
 
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