IM vs EM

[1987ram]

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i am having the hardest time deciding between EM and IM. i have heard lots of negatives to EM recently, so my decision is being swayed. any advice?

 

[scotchtapetest]

i am having the hardest time deciding between EM and IM. i have heard lots of negatives to EM recently, so my decision is being swayed. any advice?

Do an EM rotation... Generally speaking, after your third shift you can make a final decision...

 

[Moebius]

Not an expert, but EM has a lot of night shifts. IM gives you lots of options to specialize.

 

[PistolPete]

If you hate ob/gyn and or peds, then the choice is clear: IM.

EM has better pay/hours worked, but you have to work more nights/weekends/holidays compared to an established IM doctor (once out of residency).

If you like continuity of care, then pick IM over ER.

 

[tima]

The timings can also be different.

IM: Can be 7 on/7 off or regular office hours (8 to 5)

EM: Can be twelve 12 hour shifts per month, or more shifts of 8 or 10 hrs.