how does military medicine work?

[blueperson]

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I am just looking at medical school (will apply in a year). I hear that it is a good opportunity to get a scholarship with the military and to serve. However, does that mean one doesn't "match" to go into a particular area like those that will not be sent to the military? What are the options? What are the major differences between those that train in the Army, say, and a residency at, whatever school... George Washington University, UCLA, whatever.

 

[The White Coat Investor]

I am just looking at medical school (will apply in a year). I hear that it is a good opportunity to get a scholarship with the military and to serve. However, does that mean one doesn't "match" to go into a particular area like those that will not be sent to the military? What are the options? What are the major differences between those that train in the Army, say, and a residency at, whatever school... George Washington University, UCLA, whatever.

This entire forum is set up to answer your very broad questions. I would start with the stickies, then perhaps the first 30 threads. If you still have questions after that, come back and I'll personally answer them.

 

[met19]

I am just looking at medical school (will apply in a year). I hear that it is a good opportunity to get a scholarship with the military and to serve. However, does that mean one doesn't "match" to go into a particular area like those that will not be sent to the military? What are the options? What are the major differences between those that train in the Army, say, and a residency at, whatever school... George Washington University, UCLA, whatever.

check out this board and you can find alot of info. Milmed is on a decline. Residency training is generally better in the civilian world than in milmed, but its specialty dependent. If you really want to serve I would recommend signing up for FAP after you complete a civ residency rather than a military scholarship where you might be forced into a GMO tour or not match into the specialty you want ( could happen in the civ world, but a better chance in milmed).