Will it not look very good if I have an MD write me a recommendation for Do school? I dont personally know any DO doctors that I can shadow. I figure it would look better to apply with a really well done letter from an MD then an average one from a DO that I do not know as well.
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I wouldn't worry if you have a strong MD letter and can answer the "why DO?" question if it comes up. I've heard of others doing this without issue and being accepted. Personally its what I'm doing. I went through a fair amount of effort just to shadow a DO for two days who agreed to write me a LOR. I got sick of reminding him after almost 4 months and just asked an MD who I've known for 15 years and has been an outstanding mentor for me.
It's fine, save for the few schools that require DO letters.
It's not a problem normally....but it can be if you live in an area that's DO-rich, like, say, the mid-west. even then, it's rarely a deal-breaker.
I didn't have a DO letter. there are only a few schools that require one. Shouldn't be much of a problem unless you have your heart set on those few schools.
