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Honestly, if you're at the bottom 25%, do not waste your time applying to ENT. You will be going up against students who are top of their class.
Honestly, if you're at the bottom 25%, do not waste your time applying to ENT. You will be going up against students who are top of their class.
Sorry if this question sounds newbish... Do residency programs have regional bias? I noticed one of the ent program's website listed their resident profiles, and some of them went to same undergrad/D.O. school in the state/region. thx in advance
I'm wondering about this too. Also are their websites behind in reporting how many spots they actually have? I heard there were only about 22 spots, but from the websites it looks like PCOM has 15 and Freeman has 8. It'd be hard to believe all 8 or so of the other programs are completely gone.
Good boards scores fix everything, but they better be real good. ENT is extremely competitive in the DO world (MD too). Oklahoma State in Tulsa is not taking a resident next year (funding issues) and I just heard the Columbus OH program is going bye-bye. So there's a few more spots off the list. Good luck.
Osteopathic ENT Update
I used this site in my ENT journey and found it very helpful. Therefore, I figured I would chime in and give any updates that I can. Although I was very fortunate to match this year in one of the few osteopathic ENT spots, I was very concerned that things would not end up as they did and I feel incredibly lucky. In addition I know of and heard of several really good applicants some with board scores >700 not matching and having no backup plan.
I agree with most of the advice given above so this is some additional stuff that I learned through my experience, watching others ,and advice from PDs and residents:
1. A lot of it comes down to board scores. Sure there have been applicants that get in with all levels of board scores but I think as programs get cut and more DO schools are formed it just gets more competitive. I know this year for sure there were several applicants with Board scores >700. A few of these applicants were given interviews at programs without ever having rotated there.
2. Having good board scores, or something really impressive on your CV doesn't seal the deal, have a back up plan. Most of the applicants I met did not match. Also I know of many applicants who anticipated more interviews because of their scores/CV but did not get them.
3. Don't ever think you have a spot landed until the PD has offered it to you and you have matched.
4. Don't talk too much about other programs when you are on an audition, residents/PDs pick up on it and want to know their program is your #1.
5. Set up rotations as early as possible, they fill quick!
I think the previous breakdowns of programs were very good so I will only add what little I can and as objective as possible.
1. Tulsa - Closed program and I have heard conflicting things as to whether in the future (>3years) they will take applicants
2. Kirksville - Nothing to add
3. Affinity (Massillon) - Closed as far as I know
4. Botsford - I heard good things about this program, seems that you must rotate to be considered for a spot.
5. St john- Strong clinic experience, residents are able to moonlight which is nice. Very good plastics exposure. Some may argue that operative experience is less than other programs.seems that you must rotate to be considered for a spot.
6. Henry Ford - Good program, Board scores are important and seems that you must rotate to be considered for a spot.
7. St. Barnabas (NJ) - Very good plastics exposure and operative experience. Lots of pimp question on audition. seems that you must rotate to be considered for a spot. Rotation does not guarantee interview
8. Lake Erie - Strong case load and operative experience. No out rotations needed. Only one ENT group in Erie of which all are attendings. Work with Plastic surgeon 3 months/year. Some interviews were given without having rotated.
9. UMDNJ/Kennedy - Lots of paperwork and hoops to jump through to rotate.
10. PCOM - Strong program. Some may argue (some may not) that operative experience is hindered compared to other programs in some areas do to # of residents. Very good clinic experiences, probably the highest volume of tubes and tonsils operative experience. Some would argue that not the most interactive or engaging rotation for a student. Interviews given without having rotated and rotation does not guarantee interview.
3. Grand Rapids/Metro - Solid program. Program director now spends majority of time out of town. Very nice attendings. Some may argue other programs have a better clinic experience. Seems that plastic experience may be lacking compared to other programs. Grand rapids is a great city to live in. Rotation does not guarantee interview and they took an applicant who did not rotate there.
4. Columbus/Doctors - Closed
5. Dayton/Grandview - Solid program, residents get a lot of autonomy and have a great relationship with university of Cincinnati for out rotations. PD is very nice. Recognize that base students are present. Applicants picked in the past have shown strong interest both during and not during the rotation (ie attending conferences, didactic sessions and dinners)
6. Pontiac - Must rotate for an interview
7. Des Peres/St. Louis - Nothing to add
8. Joplin/Freeman - Prior to rotating I heard very high remarks about this program. Some may argue that while exposure is very high the operative experience is hindered by fellowship trained attendings doing much of the surgery. In the last 2 years they have not formally taken an applicant in the match. It seems to be done outside the match. Also funding continues to be an issue. Unless you are very very highly interested in this program, I think a rotation at another program may be of more benefit.
9. Genesys/Grand Blanc - Closed
10. Huron Valley/Detroit - Solid program. must rotate to be considered for interview.
The best program is the one that you match to. With that being said I think stating the best program would depend on your personality, interests, lifestyle and geographical bias.
You certainly cant go wrong with Dayton, PCOM, Erie, Grand Rapids and Barnabas.
I wanted to ask anyone's opinion about the upcoming AOCOO-HNS conference in Scottsdale, AZ. I’m debating about attending to have the opportunity to network with program directors, meet current residents, and attend the great variety of lectures/workshops. My biggest concern, outside of the obvious cost of travel expenses, is the days I would lose studying for subject examinations and boards coming up shortly after the conference. I’m willing to make the time investment to attend, but am interested to hear thoughts on whether or not it would be a worthwhile endeavor given my current position as a 3rd year, as well as the close proximity to boards, etc. For those that have gone previously, did you have opportunities to meet PD's and residents, and feel it was worthwhile as a student? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
No one has posted here in a while so I figured I would revitalize the thread...
I matched this past Monday into one of the DO ENT programs! I would like to stay anonymous like the previous posters. But if you have any specific questions feel free to PM me.
Matched at my number one! I will be doing a write up on the programs I rotated through once I get some time. Osteo Oto is such a small field and this thread is full of really helpful information for all the med students reading through it.
Can I PM you?The final list of accredited/former osteopathic programs
Ascension Macomb-Oakland hospital (Saint Johns)
Beaumont health
Detroit medical center
Henry Ford Macomb Hospital
Kansas city (Joplin)
Kettering (Dayton)
McLaren Health/MSU (Pontiac)
Ohio Health/Doctors
Oklahoma State University
Philadelphia College of osteopathic medicine
St Elizabeth Boardman
UPMC (Erie)
Western Reserve (Cuyahoga Falls)
D.O students Interested in ENT should really prioritize rotating at these facilities if they want the best chance at matching ENT. Good luck to everyone in the match this year!
MS4 here just matched Monday into ENT! I will find out Friday which program but it will be one of the traditional osteopathic programs. Happy to answer any questions and will provide a review of places I auditioned soon as well.
What do you feel were the key parts of your application that helped you stand out? What research experience did you have?
I unfortunately do not. Maybe someone else could answer this?How do you know which MD programs are the most DO friendly?