Hello all, I am an MS4 at a DO school on a student visa. I applied to ortho and went unmatched. This upcoming cycle I'm considering applying to Radiology or PMnR with a back up of FM. The chances of finding a TY or prelim position right now are slim. I have two options. Either (1) do a research year or (2) accept any open residency spot. Which one is a better plan, and how can I strengthen my application in the next few months? Step 2 is 253, I have 12 ortho pubs, 20 abstracts, and multiple leadership positions during med school.
For 1, I only found ortho research positions. Do you think I can justify that during my interviews?
For 2, does anyone have experience going into FM and then switching residency specialties?
If anyone has experience applying for a visa and securing an H1b, please let me know as well.
Thank you so so much! Appreciate any guidance.
For 1, I only found ortho research positions. Do you think I can justify that during my interviews?
For 2, does anyone have experience going into FM and then switching residency specialties?
If anyone has experience applying for a visa and securing an H1b, please let me know as well.
Thank you so so much! Appreciate any guidance.
