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Ophthalmology in University of Washington

Discussion in 'Ophthalmology: Eye Physicians & Surgeons' started by blind spot, Dec 29, 2008.

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  1. blind spot

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    Hi All,

    I am a recent graduate from an International Medical School and interested in doing ophthalmology residency, unfortunately I can only apply in Washington state and so my best option would be UW, but since I am an IMG my chances are very low almost impossible, but I would still like to try. My question is what should I do to make myself a stronger candidate? PhD, research or any other option?

    Please help...!!!
     
    #1 blind spot, Dec 29, 2008
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  2. toomanyeyes

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    PhD or Research would probably help the most.

    Good Luck!
     
    #2 toomanyeyes, Dec 29, 2008
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    OK...!!!
    But PhD in what subject.? and what are the prerequisites for getting PhD also how can you get a research position for an year or so..?
     
    #3 blind spot, Dec 31, 2008
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    Ophthalmology is very competitive, even for americans. If you realy want to have a chance, you cannot put all your hopes in one place. You will have to apply to several places and cross your fingers.

    Doing a PhD is probably too long, you can email several faculty at diferent institutions and ask if they have any post doc position, that could be a begining.

    GL
     
    #4 MDEYES, Dec 31, 2008
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    I am committed enough to do a PhD but if there is anything else that makes my chances any better I would go for it. I don't really have any knowledge about the postdoc positions, can you answer a few q's like how do I get it ? should I contact the PD's? how long is it? etc
     
    #5 blind spot, Dec 31, 2008
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