Second looks

[Werry]

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Do they matter?

 

[Amy]

It probably doesn't make a big difference, but it can't hurt (unless you somehow manage to piss a bunch of people off). I did one yesterday. 😀 I live in town, and am not doing much these couple weeks, so I figured, why not? It was a nice excuse to get back into the OR again. 😉

 

[jmattwilson]

I might go on one or two visits to my top choices, but this is mainly for my own interest. I dont think going for a second visit weighs heavy on the programs opinion of you, I mean if they liked you on interview day they are probably still going to like you (they pretty much have their rankings decided after the interview day is over). But I completely agree with amy about the potential to hurt your chances if you piss someone off.

 

[SteadyEddy]

Once again jmatt is droppin knowledge (I suggest you all take heed). Just my two cents...I received an e-mail from a program that I interviewed with last month. They are going to bring me back for a second look...I figured why not? I just hope I don't piss anyone off 🙂

I might go on one or two visits to my top choices, but this is mainly for my own interest. I dont think going for a second visit weighs heavy on the programs opinion of you, I mean if they liked you on interview day they are probably still going to like you (they pretty much have their rankings decided after the interview day is over). But I completely agree with amy about the potential to hurt your chances if you piss someone off.

 

[Shanopy]

Would it be okay to e-mail the PD and ask if my doing a second look is worthwhile? I mean if I have no chance of matching at the program, no matter how much I am in love with the program, it would just be a waste of money and time for me, right? What y'all think??

 

[surggal]

Would it be okay to e-mail the PD and ask if my doing a second look is worthwhile? I mean if I have no chance of matching at the program, no matter how much I am in love with the program, it would just be a waste of money and time for me, right? What y'all think??

I think it would be fine to ask, but I don't think you should infer much from the answer. I would be surprised if the PD said no, unless they don't do 2nd looks at all. The secretary would be able to tell you that. I doubt the PD would take out your interview file and look it over before responding.

Just my thoughts.

 

[Gator Fan]

To those of you who have done second looks, what should I expect on the day when I go back? Do you shadow a resident or spend time with a particular attending? And what do I expect in the OR....do they let you do stuff or just watch, any pimping?? I have a second look next week and have no idea what to expect.

 

[Gator Fan]

Anyone??