Don't know much about G'towns program... I do know their ED was (or maybe still is) pretty un-busy and small. But to get accredidation you have to have a certain # of ED visits, so I doubt there would be a problem.
I think in general, any program that is just starting out is going to be a little less competitive. However, DC is a great location and that by itself may make it a little more competitive than usual.
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