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[yesmeena]

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i've been checking out programs from AMA/FREIDA online for the 2007 MATCH .

just to clear something up ; i fit in the 2007-2008 applicants, right ?

if so , some of their websites & replies i got from program coordinators indicate their deadline was DECEMBER 2005 !!! FOR THE 2007 MATCH !

does this make sense to anyone ? do some programs expect you to apply 2 yrs. in advance ? i'm applying to PGY-1 , just plain pediatrics , no combined or categorial positions .

i'd appreciate any feedback, plz. good luck to all .

patience is the ability to idle your motor when you feel like tearing through your gears !

 

[robotsonic]

I'm pretty sure these places just haven't updated their web sites. If you want to start residency in 2007, then you will apply in 2006. It's best to get your application completed in early September (2006, not 2005 🙂) I don't even think that they allow you to start an application until August.

 

[Museless]

The current match is the 2006 match; it's still ongoing. So you're seeing info for the match that's in process right now. Sometime after Match Day in March, the programs will update their information for the 2007 match cycle.

just to clear something up ; i fit in the 2007-2008 applicants, right ?

No - if your Match Day is in March 2007, then you are a 2006-2007 applicant and a 2007-2008 intern.

And FYI, "plain pediatrics" is a categorical pediatric position. Categorical means you will begin and end your program in that department. It's a term much more frequently used to oppose the term "preliminary", which you're not. 🙂

 

[fourthyearmed]

What year are you in med school? If you're a third year you're fine. If you're a fourth year you've missed it.

 

[yesmeena]

i appreciate everyone's feedback . i'm clear on things now, good luck to all ! 🙂

MS4 ; don't worry , i'm safe !

Museless ; your quote is a twist of the original , but it's FUNNY !!

Robot ; makes sense !