NYCPM Interview

[lucky222]

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Hello,
Any advice or suggestions for the interview? How long does the interview usually last? Do you think they'll care if I schedule my interview in late March during spring break or should i do it asap? thanks in advance!

 

[dyk343]

Hello,
Any advice or suggestions for the interview? How long does the interview usually last? Do you think they'll care if I schedule my interview in late March during spring break or should i do it asap? thanks in advance!

Interview feedback tab at the very top of the page has all your answers. Good luck.

 

[pacpod]

The interview tab at the top really does give a lot of useful information. Good luck!

 

[dyk343]

Oh, if you have competitive stats you can take your interview later. If you have low stats I would take the interview asap.

 

[Dental Jarry]

What time does the interview usually last until?

 

[jlpod]

Hi All,

Just curious as to how long it usually takes to hear back from NYCPM after your interview?

 

[podio]

I would really reconsider your decision going into podiatry...As of right now, there is a 50-100 student shortage of residency positions after graduation from podiatry schools. By the time you matriculate and graduate, that number can be even higher...Is it really worth wasting over $150,000 on 4 yrs of podiatry school and then finding out you wont be getting a residency spot and then having to change career paths to make a living?!?!

 

[Dental Jarry]

Hi All,

Just curious as to how long it usually takes to hear back from NYCPM after your interview?

I think they make their decisions on Mondays and you will get a letter at the end of the week.

 

[Bearsfosho]

Looks like whiskers is back with the new name "podio". I have been to 3 interviews and I asked about the residency shortages. Couple of the schools have told me that they are opening new ones very soon. Now these may not be the prestigious top of the line residency spots but at least there is something for a student at the bottom of the class to reach for. And I was also assured that new residencies will be open and ready to toll before the class of 2014 graduates. Those maybe not fill the "huge residency gap" buy at least there's something. But unlike many of you, I am not worried at all. It's all on you, stay on top of your game ( get good grades and do well on your clinical rotations) an you won't have to worry abou the shortage. The ones who needs to worry are the bottom feeders of your class.

 

[podio]

Looks like whiskers is back with the new name "podio". I have been to 3 interviews and I asked about the residency shortages. Couple of the schools have told me that they are opening new ones very soon. Now these may not be the prestigious top of the line residency spots but at least there is something for a student at the bottom of the class to reach for. And I was also assured that new residencies will be open and ready to toll before the class of 2014 graduates. Those maybe not fill the "huge residency gap" buy at least there's something. But unlike many of you, I am not worried at all. It's all on you, stay on top of your game ( get good grades and do well on your clinical rotations) an you won't have to worry abou the shortage. The ones who needs to worry are the bottom feeders of your class.

FYI - I just graduated from podiatry school last year and I know for a fact that there were 20-30 students who did not get a residency position last yr and this yr, its even worse with a shortage of 50-100. In my class, a lot of the top students who were ranked in the top 5% did not match with a program and had to scramble, so matching does not depend only on staying at the top of your class. Its all about who you know and how you can connect with attendings/residents that really determines if you get a residency position or not in the profession!!!!

 

[catchburns]

I would really reconsider your decision going into podiatry...As of right now, there is a 50-100 student shortage of residency positions after graduation from podiatry schools. By the time you matriculate and graduate, that number can be even higher...Is it really worth wasting over $150,000 on 4 yrs of podiatry school and then finding out you wont be getting a residency spot and then having to change career paths to make a living?!?!

Just out of curiosity, what does this have to do with interviewing at NYCPM? Stay on topic and stop trolling. No one wanted to hear this garbage when your screen name was whiskers, and it isn't any less annoying now.

 

[Bearsfosho]

Which school did u just graduate from "podio"? What are you sources thats saying having connections get you spots and not being a good student doesnt?
I am having the hardest time realizing that "Joe *******" is at that bottom of is class at school X but he got a spot bc his uncle is a resident at some hospital while "Joe Smartass" is in the top of his class but had to scramble to get anything at the last moment. This isnt your third world corrupted country where knowing and bribing people gets you stuff you have to earn it. In medical school there is a process and a system for things and getting a residency spot is exactly that. There is a reason why your "friends" who are at the top 5% didnt get in, maybe because they arent at that spot or maybe because of whatever reason but as far as I would go to think, no matter how bad the shortage a top tier student at any school wouldnt have to scramble. I know a couple of medical students who are about to start their residency stuff and they are having no trouble finding stuff while some others I know are sleepless because they arent at the top and are wondering what to do.

 

[Dental Jarry]

I hate to agree with podio, but it is always about who you know. I haven't seen it happen with residency placement because I don't have any experience with that but that stuff happens all of the time. That is why it is always a good idea to network and form as many connections as possible. To some extent, its not the grades you make but the hands you shake. Bearfosho, in your theoretical example, if a student has an uncle who is a resident who just happens to be close with the people in charge of acceptances, I would bet that they could get an average student into a program over a more deserving applicant. Podio, if it's true that A LOT of students who graduated top 5% in your class had to scramble, they must have been social misfits.

 

[janV88]

In my class, a lot of the top students who were ranked in the top 5% did not match with a program and had to scramble, so matching does not depend only on staying at the top of your class.

Clearly an exaggeration. What's the largest class size...125? What is 5% of 125...6? So a lot out of 6 people is what...4-5? Hard to believe that your top 4-5 students had to scramble (assuming you were in a class of 125).

I have heard that matching has a lot to do with who you know but a good program will not pass up a top student for a bottom student. I think the key is to be well rounded and maximize all of your stats. Strive to get the grades, be personable, try hard on clerkships, get to know the attendings, etc.

 

[Bearsfosho]

Ok I understand the importance and usefulness of networking and making contacts, but seriously Dental Jerry your gonna tell me a student with sub 3.0 gpa and a so-so clinical evaluation will get a residency because he knows so and so at some residency over another student who is around 3.5 and better clinical skills? I just dont understand how that can happen. If it does happen then its a grave injustice. Because knowing people shouldnt get you things but you should earn them.

 

[Dental Jarry]

Ok I understand the importance and usefulness of networking and making contacts, but seriously Dental Jerry your gonna tell me a student with sub 3.0 gpa and a so-so clinical evaluation will get a residency because he knows so and so at some residency over another student who is around 3.5 and better clinical skills? I just dont understand how that can happen. If it does happen then its a grave injustice. Because knowing people shouldnt get you things but you should earn them.

I wouldn't say that's the norm , but I'm sure it does happen . From what I have seen and experienced, life isn't always fair. The most qualified people don't always get what they deserve. I don't want to sound like I am saying that contacts are more important than grades, because I don't believe that is the case. I do believe, however, that knowing the right people in conjunction with having fairly good grades will get you a spot over someone with better grades and no contacts. A casual relationship most likely won't get someone with a 3.0 gpa in over someone with a 3.5, but a close relationship unfortunately might. Just my opinion though.

 

[Felt Racing]

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[Bearsfosho]

Allright I understand both of you guys and I think my point has validity too. My main point is that if a student earns good grades and performs well in other aspects of school then that student should have no concerns about a residency shortage. That much I think we can all agree on. The shortage affects middle to lower tier students and like I have said before newer residencies are being created and it should cutdown on whatever shortage people are freaking out about.

 

[Dental Jarry]

Allright I understand both of you guys and I think my point has validity too. My main point is that if a student earns good grades and performs well in other aspects of school then that student should have no concerns about a residency shortage. That much I think we can all agree on. The shortage affects middle to lower tier students and like I have said before newer residencies are being created and it should cutdown on whatever shortage people are freaking out about.

I completely agree. I never meant to sound like people with good grades should worry about having to scramble if they don't know anyone. I just wanted to point out that knowing the right person can make a difference. I don't know why people are so worried about this residency shortage. I'm sure as long as you aren't in the bottom of your class you will be fine, for most people atleast. Also, from what I have heard, most, if not all residencies are becoming surgery based. Now what I am thinking is that is it such a bad thing that not everyone gets a surgical residency. The fact is, not everyone is cut out to be a surgeon. Why should everyone be guaranteed this opportunity? Everyone always talks about parity with med school, and in med school not everyone has the chance to do surgery. Its often only the top few people in a class. Usually the most sought after, and hardest residencies to get are those such as orthopedics, plastic surgery, brain surgeon, etc. My questions is why should anyone who gets into podiatry school be guaranteed the chance to perform surgery on people? Only those who are most qualified and have put in the work deserve this chance. Again, just my opinion.

 

[janV88]

I completely agree. I never meant to sound like people with good grades should worry about having to scramble if they don't know anyone. I just wanted to point out that knowing the right person can make a difference. I don't know why people are so worried about this residency shortage. I'm sure as long as you aren't in the bottom of your class you will be fine, for most people atleast. Also, from what I have heard, most, if not all residencies are becoming surgery based. Now what I am thinking is that is it such a bad thing that not everyone gets a surgical residency. The fact is, not everyone is cut out to be a surgeon. Why should everyone be guaranteed this opportunity? Everyone always talks about parity with med school, and in med school not everyone has the chance to do surgery. Its often only the top few people in a class. Usually the most sought after, and hardest residencies to get are those such as orthopedics, plastic surgery, brain surgeon, etc. My questions is why should anyone who gets into podiatry school be guaranteed the chance to perform surgery on people? Only those who are most qualified and have put in the work deserve this chance. Again, just my opinion.

1. All residencies are surgery based.

2. In order to get a license in 40+ states, completion of a residency is required.

 

[Podfather]

Yes there will always be people who are selected for something simply because they know someone or are pretty or kissed the right butt. However the vast majority succeed by working hard and proving themselves. When I graduated and half of the class did not get a residency, I was constantly told to forget about this residency or that residency because student x had it wrapped. Usually it was an urban legend that seemed to grow daily. I ignored those rumors and applied to the programs I wanted and was selected to a 2 year residency (a rare thing for the time) based upon my grades and interview. I didn't even extern there.

There will be people who will always tell you that you are wasting your time trying to reach a goal. My advice is to ignore them. In Podiatry, I have noticed that when someone fails or doesn't reach a goal they always blame the profession and never even consider that they may be at fault. Whether it's residency where a student admits to only applying to a few programs, has average grades, and doesn't make contact then doesn't match or the ABPS exam they didn't prepare for and fail; it's Podiatry's fault not their own. Is Podiatry a perfect profession? Of course not but it is a good one.