some advice please

[TXchick]

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I know this is more of a personal opinion, but I was hoping for a different perspective/2nd point of view on my dilemma. I'm finalizing my rank list, and am having a problem deciding which of 2 programs to rank higher.

1 is a 3 year program in a city that isn't so great for single young gals (but the residents themselves are tons of fun)
2 is a 4 year program in a city better for single young gals
Both are equal on other respects- personality, etc

Is the extra year worth it for more social opportunities, or is having a great group of residents enough especially if I wouldn't have to do an extra year?

 

[EctopicFetus]

Isnt it simple.. it depends on what your opinion on this is. If I were single I would want to live in a city where I can meet a possible future partner. The thing is this is all subjective and I like to think I am a pretty sociable guy so that would matter more to me.

 

[corpsmanUP]

Are you outgoing, socially fun to be around? If you are, then you as a woman can find a partner in Nome, Alaska. If you are an introvert, then head to the big city and call it a day. Statistics would show though that I bet you are going to end up with someone whom you spend a lot of time with....like a fellow resident or a resident from another program. So if you like all those people, then don't sweat it. I wish I could say I understand your dilemma but I have been shacked up for over a decade. So I don't look at things from that perspective. In fact, sometimes when I interview places I get the feel its more of a fraternity like atmosphere, and I tend to go the other direction. The last I think I need to deal with is a bunch of hot single residents that my wife feels the need to inquire about on a daily basis when I happen to work a shift with them. Screw that mess!!

 

[FoughtFyr]

I would need a bit more information about City 1. Is it even passably close to a "big" city? The reason I ask is this - even in EM, residency is tough and time demanding. So when you do "go out" it tends to be a planned event - like working Friday morning and having Saturday off (oh, perchance to dream... ). In those cases, driving an hour (or even two) to get to a more "happening" nightspot to let off a little steam is o.k. If it is not close to a larger city, then, well, I would probably reconsider a bit.

That said, I do agree with Corpsman - if you are outgoing and personable, the chances are you'll meet someone close by (statistically most often at work) so maybe none of it matters.

So i guess in the end (since iam rambling), given that you will be spending a majority of your waking hours at work, I would ask myself, "all other factors aside, where am I going to most enjoy going to work?" and rank that program highest.

- H