Step 1 pass on second attempt - chances for anesthesiology?

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DO student here. Passed COMLEX 1... failed step 1, then passed on second attempt. What are my chances for anesthesiology?

 

[Starbuxian]

Would depend largely on Step 2 scores.

 

[DOVinciRobot]

Not good.

 

[Ho0v-man]

Very poor. Even before it got stupid competitive, a fail on step 1 was basically a death sentence for a DO. Maybe you can get in good with a former DO program, but in my anecdotal experience even they can get picky in this type of situation.

 

[Neopolymath]

Very poor. Have a real backup plan you would be content with.

 

[Davidfromcali]

Apply FM or IM as a backup.

 

[hopefulgasman]

Almost no chance. Auto screened at my program as must pass all boards on first attempt. Focus on matching any specialty let alone anesthesia.

 

[BoneWizard]

Your best shot might be to just not disclose NBME, do well on Level 2 and target the 12 former AOA anesthesia programs.

 

[Osminog]

No shot at gas. Apply to a less competitive, more DO-friendly specialty. Don’t take Step 2, and submit COMLEX scores only.

 

[deleted1134299]

what about pm&r?

 

[Angus Avagadro]

You might consider a community program, but typically these aren't strong programs. Uni affiliates might not show any love, so, how bad do you want anesthesia ? I personally don't see any great options. Def need a backup. Poss a Preliminary or Transitional yr as backup? Diff specialty? It's a tough call. Step 2 and auditions could help turn things around if you can do better.

 

[AlbinoHawk DO]

Don't apply with Step. I would do my best to do great on COMLEX 2 and then apply with a backup specialty

 

[apr27]

Damn, so they know If you failed?^^Yeah, if just applying with complex circumvents that, that could be a move. I would do some aways and get in good at those programs. You have anyone that can reach out on your behalf?