I'm a current 3rd year at a reputable med school in the Midwest. As of now I plan on applying to internal medicine programs, with the eventual hope of fellowship. I am interested in programs on the east/west coasts if for no other reason than to get out of the area for a few years. A few that are particularly appealing are Mass Gen, UCSF, New York Presbyterian. I have exemplary grades, Step 1 scores, more-than-likely AOA, research w/ publication, and a Masters degree between years 2 and 3.
I have heard that getting into these programs is difficult if you are not from the area. Is there any truth to this? I don't want to sacrifice quality of program for geography. Thoughts?
I have heard that getting into these programs is difficult if you are not from the area. Is there any truth to this? I don't want to sacrifice quality of program for geography. Thoughts?