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So, I am in an interesting boat which has its ups and downs based on the serotonin levels.
But, briefly.
I am Canadian, went to Carribean School, got residency in Preliminary Surgery in the US for 2 years... Didn't get Categorical Surgery, However did complete two year successfully and my program was happy with my performance. Was hell-bent on getting surgery and am back in Canada applying to ERAS for surgery. (I know dumb).
I did two years of Prelim Surgery on a J1 Visa, so have that return of service clause apply to me.
I have done MCCEE with mediocre scores because I never considered applying to Canada so never focused studying for it. Applied for MCCQE1 during my PGY1 and failed it... I didn't even know that the exam had a second part where there were scenarios. (I know it dumb again)
So I have good Med School scores, Good Step1 score, Mediocre Step2 score, Writing my Step 3 this year and will rewrite my MCCQE1 this year offcourse try to improve on my scores drastically.
I can only apply to CARMS second iteration, apparently because of my previous clinical experience.
Currently I am studying for Step 3, not doing research or volunteer work.
Please advise. I really need some counseling. Because I have clearly not made smart life decisions.
I have a few contacts in the Canadian Medical System that I will go talk to and explain my circumstances to.
What more can I do now....?
But, briefly.
I am Canadian, went to Carribean School, got residency in Preliminary Surgery in the US for 2 years... Didn't get Categorical Surgery, However did complete two year successfully and my program was happy with my performance. Was hell-bent on getting surgery and am back in Canada applying to ERAS for surgery. (I know dumb).
I did two years of Prelim Surgery on a J1 Visa, so have that return of service clause apply to me.
I have done MCCEE with mediocre scores because I never considered applying to Canada so never focused studying for it. Applied for MCCQE1 during my PGY1 and failed it... I didn't even know that the exam had a second part where there were scenarios. (I know it dumb again)
So I have good Med School scores, Good Step1 score, Mediocre Step2 score, Writing my Step 3 this year and will rewrite my MCCQE1 this year offcourse try to improve on my scores drastically.
I can only apply to CARMS second iteration, apparently because of my previous clinical experience.
Currently I am studying for Step 3, not doing research or volunteer work.
Please advise. I really need some counseling. Because I have clearly not made smart life decisions.
I have a few contacts in the Canadian Medical System that I will go talk to and explain my circumstances to.
What more can I do now....?