Hi all. MS4 that applied to anesthesiology this year. As my scheduled interviews are nearly done, I have naturally started to think more about my rank list.
Currently, I’m having a really tough time with UNC vs Duke. My gut says UNC > Duke purely based on my virtual interactions, but I can't help but wonder if I'm making a mistake by not taking a shot at a “prestigious” program? Title and prestige aren’t really my main concerns, but of course it’s nice to have that on your CV and can only be of benefit.
My husband and I want to stay in NC after residency and I’m interested in a fellowship, likely staying in academics (I know this is subject to change as time goes on). We have one small child and will possibly have one more in residency.
I've read posts about following your gut and initial impressions and UNC is the clear winner; however, my main question is:
Is the training and post-residency opportunities that different if training at Duke vs UNC? They both seem like amazing places.
What else can I do to help decide, and is there anything else I should look more closely at to help make my decision? (Of course this post assumes it’s entirely my choice).
Thanks in advance!
Currently, I’m having a really tough time with UNC vs Duke. My gut says UNC > Duke purely based on my virtual interactions, but I can't help but wonder if I'm making a mistake by not taking a shot at a “prestigious” program? Title and prestige aren’t really my main concerns, but of course it’s nice to have that on your CV and can only be of benefit.
My husband and I want to stay in NC after residency and I’m interested in a fellowship, likely staying in academics (I know this is subject to change as time goes on). We have one small child and will possibly have one more in residency.
I've read posts about following your gut and initial impressions and UNC is the clear winner; however, my main question is:
Is the training and post-residency opportunities that different if training at Duke vs UNC? They both seem like amazing places.
What else can I do to help decide, and is there anything else I should look more closely at to help make my decision? (Of course this post assumes it’s entirely my choice).
Thanks in advance!