transferring out after pgy 3

[markglt]

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i'm sure this has been asked before, however…
can u leave psychiatry after pgy3 and finish pgy4 at another program, or do you have to do your last 2 years at the same program?

 

[slappy]

Yes, you can. But learning a different system in your elective year is no easy task, especially when you're also expected to guide the junior residents so keep that in mind as well.

 

[Therapist4Chnge]

Wouldn't wanting to leave (most anywhere) after your PGY3 be a big red flag to potential training sites?

 

[markglt]

easy elftown, easy big fella..

 

[twright]

Unlikely. Programs are much more open to 2's because they fill a service need. As a 4, at most programs you're just doing electives. No incentive to take you as a transfer.

 

[Shikima]

You can try. Sky's the limit.

 

[OldPsychDoc]

All of the above are true. I have seen late transfers happen, but there is always a compelling reason: spouse transfer, femily issue, etc.

 

[Psychobabbling]

Yes, you can. But learning a different system in your elective year is no easy task, especially when you're also expected to guide the junior residents so keep that in mind as well.

OMG this happens elsewhere? Certainly not at my program. They acted like I said the world was round (when everyone of course knows it's flat) when I suggested such...