how hard to place in residency?

[young guy np]

I was curious to know how hard it is to place into a fellowship (cardiology, neurolgy, etc.) after an IM residency. Also, how hard is it to place into a surgery residency? Which way, in your opinion, is the best way to go, MD or DO residency? Any websites or statistics would also be great.

Thanks

young guy np

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[PCSOM2002]

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[rtk]

young guy;

Cardiology is a very competitive fellowship (the most competitive of the medicine subspecialties). Neurology isn't a fellowship option. Neurology residency is usually started after a pre-lim year i.e.GY-2 after AOA internship or transitional year or Medicine preliminary year.

Surgery is more competitive that medicine. However, if you want Cardiology, you'll want to go to a competitive Internal Medicine program making getting matched more difficult.

You can't go wrong getting training in a good ACGME program. It will open many doors and 'level the playing field' with MD's when looking for a job. One disclaimer: there's a big problem with not doing an AOA internship if you want to practice in one of the five states that require an AOA internship for liscensure.

 

[Chris]

Hey Young Guy,

From an administrative position----
Remember GME reimbursment may effect your decision. A surgical fellowship may not be reimbursable through Medicaid as a "medicine" fellowship would be. Choose carefully.

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