I contacted a resident in Aug 2012 about his research project (he was actively seeking help). We finally received IRB approval in december to conduct our study. Due to his schedule, it is only in the past week or so that I received enough one-on-one time with the resident to make a meaningful contribution. I would say there is a high probability of at least getting a poster presentation out of all of this. Starting May 1st is my hard core study period for the step 1. How do I approach this situation? I obviously understand the boards are the most important thing right now, but I feel as if I've put a lot of effort into just getting started. Now that I am finally able to make a meaningful contribution...I have to stop for 6 weeks. On top of that, now the deadlines are rapidly approaching for this study. I was thinking of just telling him that I can help him till the 1st and let the chips fall where they may...I guess im just apprehensive because I know how much benefit this project can be for a residency spot in addition to the fact that I've been pushing really hard to get started. Sorry for the lengthy post, I am just curious if anyone else is in a similar situation...what they did.....how it worked out...etc (If it has any bearing on your advice, I just took an NBME and got a 205, 245+ is my goal)
thanks a lot for any contributions
thanks a lot for any contributions
