I just certified mine last night - feels good, doesn't it? The only question now is: where?
Does anyone have any statisitics on how many applicants got their 1st, 2nd, or 3rd choice last year? Data for both US and IMG grads would be useful.
I have to admit, I am somewhat stressed about this match. I consider myself to be a good applicant, but everyone is talking about the increased competition this year. Everyone I talk to said it's much more competitive than years past, but in years past it was totally noncompetitive. Therefore, it is a complete mystery as to what "competitive" means. Is it like ortho, ENT, ophtho, rads? Or like IM, maybe OB/GYN? Or is it still relatively easy, like general surgery, psychiatry, or neurology? Just trying to allay my own anxiety. So if anyone has some hard core stats that I can ponder, I would be very appreciative.