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Deecee2DO said:
Sinai Miami isnt a bad program at all either strong community program
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Yup it's a solid program no doubt , but wouldn't expect BIDMC to take 2 from there considering they probably have soo many mid and top tier university candidates and Pulm-Crit is getting really competitive these days lol.
 
Definitely sucks when you been on the waitlist for iv dates for a program and they decided to add another interview day...but then realize you have a schedule conflict that day.....its a like a slap in the face when I see "1 available to schedule" every time I log into ERAS
 
Got an invite today...first one in awhile..but can't even schedule bc of another schedule conflict =( Really hoping for movement on WL dates
 
Deecee2DO said:
Congrats! I believe there will be WL movement through Dec and Jan
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A spot actually did open up on one of the dates I wanted =) Its interesting how there is more movement in some programs than others. Last week Baylor has 0 spots opened and now its at 7. In contrast, I've been on the WL for Virginia Tech since October and still no luck.
 
scoopdaboop said:
How are people doing in 230 step range?
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I have a low 230 for step 1…I think its been fine but one thing I realized is that there are definitely regional preference..I didnt get many iv in nyc and none in philly. I also didnt hear back from many community programs which was kind of surprising. I would suggest to apply broadly but make sure to apply to a lot of programs in the region you went to medical school.
 
Deecee2DO said:
Yeah maybe thats it because during interview day they were referring to themselves as an academic institution
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Yea I would base it off the feel you get from IV day...there are programs on FREIDA that said "University based" but I know for a fact those programs are more community based
 
Do you guys think academic IM programs are more okay with residents wanting to go into fellowship or do you think they rather hear applicants say they want to be a hospitalist?
 
xjustcuious said:
Do you guys think academic IM programs are more okay with residents wanting to go into fellowship or do you think they rather hear applicants say they want to be a hospitalist?
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It def does not matter at all. Ive interviewed at multiple academic programs of all tiers thus far and most have a nice split of fellowship and hospitalist
 
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Deecee2DO said:
It def does not matter at all. Ive interviewed at multiple academic programs of all tiers thus far and most have a nice split of fellowship and hospitalist
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I'm wondering because when I was asked why IM, I had mention that a big driving factor was my interest to specialize. I'm not sure if I was suppose to hide the fact that I want to specialize, although I wrote it in my personal statement as well. It just sucks if I will be judged negatively for giving an honest response.
 
xjustcuious said:
I'm wondering because when I was asked why IM, I had mention that a big driving factor was my interest to specialize. I'm not sure if I was suppose to hide the fact that I want to specialize, although I wrote it in my personal statement as well. It just sucks if I will be judged negatively for giving an honest response.
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Honestly they will not hold that against you. You did not mess up at all and you dont need to worry. For your next interviews maybe say something about why internal medicine in particular just to play their game. So like one reason could be to specialize but also maybe because youre very cerebral and like to think through diagnosis and enjoy problem solving which is basicaly 90% of IM. That should have you covered.
 
Deecee2DO said:
Honestly they will not hold that against you. You did not mess up at all and you dont need to worry. For your next interviews maybe say something about why internal medicine in particular just to play their game. So like one reason could be to specialize but also maybe because youre very cerebral and like to think through diagnosis and enjoy problem solving which is basicaly 90% of IM. That should have you covered.
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Thank you! I'm still so sad over my answer and really hoping I didn't blow my chance. I will definitely make sure to incorporate a little more next time.
 
Deecee2DO said:
naw dont worry about it. And dont listen to reddit spreadsheet I think I saw your post there are plenty of gunner dinguses on there
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Aw thanks! I appreciate it! Definitely felt crummy after seeing those responses. I always ruminate on all my interview answers afterwards which sucks.
 
dactylitis said:
Super random, but @Deecee2DO I'm a first year at RowanSOM and I'm super stoked to see all your interview invites! Can't wait to see our match list this year -- best of luck to you!
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Thanks!! I think it will be really really strong! my two roommates and best buddies in my class have interviews at Columbia for FM and UNC Chapel Hill and UMaryland for EM!
 
Has anyone sent out Thank you emails? If so, did anyone get a response back? I sent my first one this morning. The PD specifically said Thank you emails are welcomed. Not sure if its a bad sign if they don't respond or if that is expected.
 
I've sent them out to two programs. One of them i got responses from both faculty interviewers and the PD, and they mentioned in them very detailed specific things we talked about. The other one I didn't get any response back.

If they say thank yous are welcomed but then don't respond, i think it's just because they're being cautious of NRMP guidelines.
 
I sent one to a APD since he specifically gave me his email. He replied back saying he was grateful that my day went well and blah blah
 
xjustcuious said:
Has anyone sent out Thank you emails? If so, did anyone get a response back? I sent my first one this morning. The PD specifically said Thank you emails are welcomed. Not sure if its a bad sign if they don't respond or if that is expected.
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I've sent them after every interview unless they specifically say not to. Sometimes I get a response, sometimes not. I don't think it means anything.
 
You guys think its worth sending LOI now? I know its super late...
 
xjustcuious said:
Did you send the same email the second time or did you change it up?
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Switched it up for sure explaining specifically why I would be a good fit for their program highlighting parts of my app that aligns with theres. I said “continued interest” and how im unique. I really went all out on this one but made it short. it was a hail mary
 
Deecee2DO said:
Switched it up for sure explaining specifically why I would be a good fit for their program highlighting parts of my app that aligns with theres. I said “continued interest” and how im unique. I really went all out on this one but made it short. it was a hail mary
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Good luck!! I think U of Miami might be done with iv. They said they were doing their rank list first week of Jan but hopefully it works out with GW!
 
xjustcuious said:
Good luck!! I think U of Miami might be done with iv. They said they were doing their rank list first week of Jan but hopefully it works out with GW!
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Wow really? that sucks. That doesnt make sense tho because rank lists arent in/finalized until feb. Many people interview still in Jan. some people dont take step 2 until december or Jan so they can have a score for rank lists so idk how true that is about UMiami
 
Deecee2DO said:
Wow really? that sucks. That doesnt make sense tho because rank lists arent in/finalized until feb. Many people interview still in Jan. some people dont take step 2 until december or Jan so they can have a score for rank lists so idk how true that is about UMiami
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Yeah that is what the PD told us on IV day but I guess I dont know if they will change their minds.
 
Deecee2DO said:
Wow really? that sucks. That doesnt make sense tho because rank lists arent in/finalized until feb. Many people interview still in Jan. some people dont take step 2 until december or Jan so they can have a score for rank lists so idk how true that is about UMiami
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Obviously I’m not at that program. But the place where I’m doing my TY has wrapped up interviewing both categorical and TY applicants last week. We as a program went through all of the categoricals Tuesday and adjusted the ROL for any big discrepancies. Will do the same for TYs next week.

As an aside, I’ve been part of interview/resident selection for the intern year and…wow. This is the most subjective garbage ever. The place where I matched did a really good job of creating a pretty standardized experience. But most places didn’t and it’s only apparent to me now how much of a crapshoot all of this is.

So if you don’t end up exactly where you want come match day, please don’t take it personally guys/gals. It does not reflect on you as a person. This is a lot of effort to be slightly more accurate than rolling the dice.
 
This would be a good time to reach out to programs of interest that you have not received and interview at.

I believe I send my LOI to my top program (and only my top program) around January directly to the PD. Do not be alarmed if you do not receive a response right away.
 
Kind of random but does anyone know if USC has ever accepted a DO resident?
 
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