To TUCOM or NYCOM students - any advice or regrets?

[J143]

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I've pretty much narrowed down my choices to NYCOM or TUCOM and am trying to get as much info as I can on both schools?

I'm particularly interested in how the curriculum is structured the first two years and how the students feel about the schools -are the classes systems-based with problem-based learning or standard subject based?

Also, TUCOM students, I heard that it's not pass/fail there but grades based - how do you all feel about that? Has it made the class atmosphere more competitive? I've also heard about TUCOM's affiliation with Kaiser - what does that mean for rotations for 3rd and 4th year students? Are any of you having difficulties getting rotations in hospitals vs. private offices?

I'd appreciate any and all info/advice you can give. I'm really torn because I really liked both schools. HELP!

Thanks
JH

 

[togo]

I think most osteopathic schools you attend will have similar class schedules for the first two years. It's very tough, but you will receive a good education. Everywhere you go will have people that like it and people that don't. Personally, I think what stands out for NYCOM is our clinical education program. We have a great group of affiliate hospitals, rotation and residency programs.

 

[Future DOc]

Very true.....I've heard about excellent rotation & residency opportunites at affiliate hospitals associated with NYCOM. That should be the #1 priority when selecting medical schools.

TUCOM is good also (they just need time), but being still NEW is a little risky especially when it concerns your future.

Ultimately what you want to become later in the future is up to you, but investigate carefully because you don't want to work your butt off & realize the school isn't helping you out when in concerns rotations & residency opportunities. I have seen it happen before. Good luck!!

Rob
WesternU/COMP Class of 2002

 

[Astroboy]

I have no regrets going to TUCOM. I have extremely intelligent professors, a challenging yet highly relevant curriculum, and a sense of camraderie that would probably be killed at a school that graded on curves.

I do know the first class's rotations were selected on a grades-based system, but I do not know how my class will be. I think (read: I guess) our rotations will be more what we want to schedule, since there will be more room for us and it will be more established.

And as I've said otherwise, we're with North Cal Kaiser - rock on!

Gotta run - lab's closing

Astroboy
TUCOM `03

 

[euhsa]

As a student at NYCOM, it is very difficult for me to be subjective on this matter. However, I have to agree with FutureDoc and togo. Our clinical affiliations are among the best, and our deans really seem to care for our education. As far as location is concerned we are a short drive away from one of the most famous cities in the world! However, as a medical student, it really will not matter because free time is tough to come by.

 

[DrP]

NYCOM has an incredibly tough first 2 year curriculum, but, you learn alot. The clinical affiliates include top NY university hospitals, and we are readily accepted to top allopathic schools for 4th year electives. Our residency program is also the biggest DO residency program in the country, with many dually-accredited AOA/AMA residencies. The campus is lacking in some comforts such as a gym or a pool, but, there are gyms readily accessible in the area, if you have time. They have also just built another building w/ brand new lecture halls and labs, and they are beginning plans towards expanding the student center.
Not a bad school at all, I am very satisfied with it. The faculty is always accessible to answer questions. The atmosphere is friendly and supportive.

PBruno
MS3