switching programs?

[avm03]

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I matched in a very solid clinical/academic program starting next year. But I am less enthused on the location. Does anyone have insights r/ how difficult/rare it is to transfer programs? Are vacancies made public outside of sfmatch?

 

[Andrew_Doan]

Originally posted by avm03
I matched in a very solid clinical/academic program starting next year. But I am less enthused on the location. Does anyone have insights r/ how difficult/rare it is to transfer programs? Are vacancies made public outside of sfmatch?

Very rare. Almost impossible, particularly if you're trying to find a PGY-2 (R1) spot.

If you're hoping for a better location, then it's even less likely b/c how many residents in a "great location" will decide to quit? Unlikely.

I know many professors who think that matched applicants who want to switch deserve not to match/transfer to a different program. Why is this? When applicants drop a program after the match, this literally messes it up for your future classmates (call, patient load, responsibilities, etc...) and the program. The program that loses you will now have to settle for an applicant that they likely would not consider before the match.

My advice to all the current applicants: don't rank any program that does not fit your personal and professional objectives.

 

[Andrew_Doan]

Vacancies are announced outside of the match. Few are available, however.

Look here:

http://www.sfmatch.org/vacancies/r_ophthalmology.html#pgy-2_2003

There are currently no positions for PGY-2 in 2003 or 2004.

For PGY-3/PGY-4:

Eligibility:
These positions require prior completion of one or more years of ophthalmology training in an accredited program.

How to Apply:
Filled outside the match. Contact programs directly for application criteria if none specified. If asked to forward a copy of your CAS file, applicants may request that we forward our copy to a program at a cost of $35 per distribution. Applicants must also negotiate directly with the programs to determine eligibility, to be invited for an interview, and to sign a contract.

Last Modified:
08/26/03
354.62 UMDNJ-New Jersey MS
DESCRIPTION: Offering a PGY-3 position to begin training on September 1, 2003. Prerequisites: The candidate must have completed the first year of a US accredited Ophthalmology Residency Program and preferably is a current second year resident able and willing to transfer programs. International Medical Graduates are welcome to apply and must have completed the first year of a US accredited Ophthalmology Training Program.
Our Program features close resident contact with 12 full time faculty encompassing all specialties as we train no fellows in our Program. The surgical volume is robust, residents averaging over 150 cataracts per resident, 200 lasers, and assisting on over 200 major procedures.
Interested applicants please fax or mail your CAS Application and support documents.
CONTACT: Paul Langer, MD
Residency Director
PHONE: (973) 972-2035
FAX: (973) 972-2068
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEB SITE: www.umdnj.edu/eyeweb/index.html
ADDRESS: Institute of Ophthalmology and Visual Science
New Jersey Med. School
90 Bergen St, 6th Floor
Newark, NJ 07024
POSTED: 8/27/03


372.69 Ohio State University
DESCRIPTION: Offering a PGY-4 position to begin training on July 1, 2004. Prerequisites: Candidates should have completed an ACGME approved PGY 1 internship and 24 months in an ACGME approved ophthalmology program. Their present program must be willing to approve all 24 months of their prior training. Candidates must be able to obtain a license to practice medicine in the state of Ohio. Foreign medical graduates are welcome to apply but must provide documentation which allows for full licensure to practice medicine in the state of Ohio. Candidates for this PGY-4 position must mail US-MLE scores of Steps I,II,III/ECFMG certificate, CAS Application information, CV, Dean's Letter and date of medical school graduation, and 3 letters of recommendation. Applicants currently in an ophthalmology program should have informed their present department Chairman and Program Director of their intention to apply to other programs.
CONTACT: Trish Rebish
Program Coordinator
PHONE: (614) 293-8117
FAX: (614) 293-4579
EMAIL: [email protected]
ADDRESS: Department of Ophthalmology
5024 Henry Cramblett Hall
456 West 10th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210
POSTED: 8/8/03