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Hi, I'm a DO student and am wondering about the DO dermatology programs. If by 2020 a program is not up to snuff and closes, what happens to the residents in that program? Is there a guarantee from the gov. that we can be turfed to other programs since that slot is already paid for, or is there a possibility that some residents will be able to switch to other programs and some won't simply because there aren't enough resources in those existing programs that made the cut? I'm trying to get an idea on which ones will make it because I'm in the situation where I will either apply DO derm or decide to go ACGME for IM. If 2 programs make the cut and the rest get shutdown, it would make more sense to me to go ACGME instead of going into an osteopathic TRI year( especially when I have no desire for OB or surgery). But obviously I can't email or contact program directors and ask them if their program is gonna close; seems like they would all say of course not. Any and all advice is appreciated. Thanks!