Neuro or not?

[Domerr]

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Hey guys, MSIII here.

I've always had an interest in Neuro. I like the nervous system and find CNS diseases fascinating. Simply put, I had my course set for Neuro...until I did my Neuro rotation (it was painfully boring). There wasn't much variety, and the rotation as a whole didn't stand out for me. Also, the pace was too slow.

All in all, I guess I'm looking for more variety. Procedures would be a plus. So now I'm considering EM and IM. Of course, Neuro is still not completely out of the picture (I still love Neuro as a system).

Did anyone else come across this path?

Thanks!

 

[typhoonegator]

If you really do like neuro, you might want to do an away rotation. There are some neuro departments that are sleepy backwaters, and others that are fast-paced, highly varied, and extremely busy. I'd caution you against writing off the specialty from one experience.

 

[SF_Hopeful_MD]

Yes, I agree. Do an away rotation at one of the top neurology programs like UCSF, Mayo, Johns Hopkins etc. Then decide if it's for you.