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Hey, guys. I have one question concerning what to consider when picking schools. This seems to be a common topic for those of who have been accepted. Aside from living expenses and city atmosphere, are there other things that should be considered? More specifically, would it be smart to pick a school based on perceived competition? The reason why I ask is because, in essence, we will be competing against classmates for the upper most sports in the class rankings. From the way it appears, the top X of each class typically get the more desired positions like PMS-36 and PMS-24 spots. I know this sounds like bush league, but I am surrounded by medical professionals of all backgrounds and this seems to be the case. I really like Temple but it is no surprise that they pull in applicants with some sound numbers. Should this be reason alone to stray from the program and consider others? I am applying next cycle, so this is not an immediate concern, but it doesnt hurt to possess a better understanding of the process! All input is appreciated.

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Craig
 
Yeah all residencies are 3 years, and you need to complete one to practice podiatry. Your competition for a top notch program will not be solely your classmates, but every podiatry student at all 9 schools. This means go to a school you're comfortable at, bc they'll all prepare you to become a podiatrist, and study hard! Good Luck!
 
Sounds like we got a gunner on our hands! Watch out c/o 2018! Lol


But I think you're looking at it wrong, op. They don't take the top X% of every school, they will take the best qualified applicants from the total applicant pool frof all 9 schools. Theoretically you could be towards the bottom of your class, but if your school is kickin' ass then you could still be high up as far as qualified applicants go. That being said, theres no real way to rank students from program to program, and there are too many intangibles in the match process to say "if you do this, then you will get a residency."
 
Gunner, yea? Haha not one bit. Just curious if this is something that should be considered when selecting schools. Forgive me for using a listing of Approved Residencies that was provided by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education (updated July 2012) for reference. On the listing there are a few PM&S 24 spots, so I assume that not much has changed since then. Once again, sorry. Anyways, thanks for the input, guys.

Craig
 

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I'm no expert on this, but going off the forums, class ranking is VERY important in residency placement, but of course it is not the make-or-break factor. That being said, I think it is somewhat easier having a higher class rank in terms of both maintaining scholarships and class-ranking residencies in a school with a larger class size. As an anecdote, having interviewed at both DMU and NYCPM, I can tell you that keeping my generous scholarship at the latter would be quite easier given the requirement is a 3.2 GPA, and according to students about half of the class pulls in at least a 3.0 GPA. At DMU I would need to stay at the top 15% of the class to maintain the scholarship, and I was told it might change to 10%, so that's being one of the top 4-6 people? Class rank works similarly, but then again, everything is relative. I would not choose a school based solely on this, and to end my anecdote, all the schools that I interviewed at were terrific each in their own way.
 
Craiggjjames18 said:
Gunner, yea? Haha not one bit. Just curious if this is something that should be considered when selecting schools. Forgive me for using a listing of Approved Residencies that was provided by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education (updated July 2012) for reference. On the listing there are a few PM&S 24 spots, so I assume that not much has changed since then. Once again, sorry. Anyways, thanks for the input, guys.

Craig
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Updated site. All residencies are now 36 month.

http://www.cpme.org/residencies/ResidenciesList.cfm
 
buBBa15 said:
It says NYHQ in NY is still 48. Unless I'm reading it wrong? I ask bcuz I personally am targeting this program.
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I could be wrong but the extra 12 months for that program would be getting certified in RRA. A current/future resident could probably answer this more thoroughly.
 
buBBa15 said:
It says NYHQ in NY is still 48. Unless I'm reading it wrong? I ask bcuz I personally am targeting this program.
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Good catch. That is very odd because it makes the blanket statement that PMSR/RRA takes 48 months of training, but none of the others I've looked at make that statement...I've never heard of a 48 month program, unless, maybe it's a joint residency/fellowship? And I'm not sure those exist...
 
What does RRA stand for?
 
Zalligan said:
Good catch. That is very odd because it makes the blanket statement that PMSR/RRA takes 48 months of training, but none of the others I've looked at make that statement...I've never heard of a 48 month program, unless, maybe it's a joint residency/fellowship? And I'm not sure those exist...
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There are a couple. I think Yale is one?

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I've noticed that some porgrams are listed as PM&S-36 in the CASPR directory on the AACPM website, and then those same programs being listed as PMSR/RRA on the CPME website. Examples are Cleveland Clinic, Ohio State, and DVA Cleveland. So which website is correct, or could a RRA cert be completed at programs previous listed as PM&S-36, or is the no difference between PM&S-36 and PMSR? I know this is a long way down the road for me, but I'm just trying to understand post grad training the best I can before I start school so I can start contructing a plan for the next four years.
 
would a mph or mba help your chance in landing a residency?
 
No. It depends on your grades, passing your boards, & performing well on externships/interviews.
 
Another program that is 4 years is University of Pennsylvania Hospital

To some extent though, I have heard that 4 year programs doesn't mean you will get paid more or anything. One thing to keep in mind is that there are a number of states that Pods are NOT allowed to do rear foot and ankle so keep that in mind.
 
Your GPA matters in landing a residency, as does your involvement in the school or the podiatry field in general... but go somewhere relatively close to where you wish to go for a residency program / wish to eventually settle down in. These schools have their regional connections and that can sometimes make things easier when you have former upperclassmen in the hospitals you are applying to. Networking is key.
 
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