Unmatched and devastated

[psychgirl9]

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Hey everyone, it's been several months since I wrote the OP. I've been working hard and trying to stay positive. I still want to switch to Psych as I can't imagine doing anything else. I'm not sure how/where to find PGY-2 openings - can anyone help direct me as to what is the best plan of action at this point?

 

[notamindreader]

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Hey everyone, it's been several months since I wrote the OP. I've been working hard and trying to stay positive. I still want to switch to Psych as I can't imagine doing anything else. I'm not sure how/where to find PGY-2 openings - can anyone help direct me as to what is the best plan of action at this point?

Psychiatry Residency Training Program Vacancies

There are probably many more but they might not be posted on that site, in which case you might need to contact programs directly to inquire about vacancies.

 

[valid username]

A related question, I only have a 26% chance of matching. Do I need to ask for other types of letters to have any chance at SOAP? All of mine are psychiatry-specific.

 

[UTsksk]

A related question, I only have a 26% chance of matching. Do I need to ask for other types of letters to have any chance at SOAP? All of mine are psychiatry-specific.

How many apps did you send out?

 

[valid username]

How many apps did you send out?

I only sent 74. I spent months reading about all 226 programs. I eliminated all programs that have taken less than 2 IMGs in the past 5 years, or no IMGs in 3 years, I eliminated any place with a cost of living ratio greater than 136 (that's only about 5%). The places I applied are what most people would consider undesirable. However, I'm just not very picky. I tend to really like wherever I work. It makes no sense for me to be picky.

I have only gotten 3 interviews (1 rejection, 1 wait list). Last year people with 3 inteviews had 26% chance.

(My 3: coliseum, drexel, institute of living).

Another student at my school says she already has 13 interviews in psych ( she applied fm and psych). I'm thinking i have almost zero chance of getting another interview.

 

[UTsksk]

I only sent 74. I spent months reading about all 226 programs. I eliminated all programs that have taken less than 2 IMGs in the past 5 years, or no IMGs in 3 years, I eliminated any place with a cost of living ratio greater than 136 (that's only about 5%). The places I applied are what most people would consider undesirable. However, I'm just not very picky. I tend to really like wherever I work. It makes no sense for me to be picky.

I have only gotten 3 interviews (1 rejection, 1 wait list). Last year people with 3 inteviews had 26% chance.

(My 3: coliseum, drexel, institute of living).

Another student at my school says she already has 13 interviews in psych ( she applied fm and psych). I'm thinking i have almost zero chance of getting another interview.

Hopefully your number of invites pick up towards the end when people are dropping invites. I'm not at my goal either, but if you want to be on the safer side, doesnt hurt to collect some letters just in case.

I know it's only anecdotal but I got to know 2 IMG residents at an audition rotation and they matched where 1 had 3 interviews and the other 4. The odds are against you but not lost. Lol I should keep telling myself that to ease my anxiety.

 

[valid username]

Hopefully your number of invites pick up towards the end when people are dropping invites.

Hopefully both of ours pick up. I think I will gather letters though. Even though I thought letter gathering was the worst part.

One thing messing with my head--I havd never interviewed for a job that I didn't get. This need for eight or none is definitely a big change.

 

[valid username]

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Hey everyone, it's been several months since I wrote the OP. I've been working hard and trying to stay positive. I still want to switch to Psych as I can't imagine doing anything else. I'm not sure how/where to find PGY-2 openings - can anyone help direct me as to what is the best plan of action at this point?

This page is updated frequently. I am positive I have seen pgy-2 positions for psych there. Maybe check it once or twice a week? Of course, that will only be helpful if you are geographically flexible:

Residency & Fellowship Positions Not Filled through the NRMP | AMA

Eta: I am pretty sure this list includes when people leave, too. Otherwise there would not be such a variety of start dates.

Best of luck with your transfer.

 

[xylinus]

US-Allo senior applied to Psych, but didn't match. SOAP'ed into FM to have a job but still really want psych. Applied t0 40 programs, 5 invites, all ranked. Steps: 219/246/P. Red flag: Repeat MS-3 b/c clerkship failures, dx and treated for depression. Explained in PS. Genuinely became interested in psych late in MS-4, thus lack of strong psych letters/electives.

1. How/when should I communicate this to my FM program, if at all?
2. What measures can I take to strengthen my application going forward?
3. Since FM is 3 years, how does the medicare funding "clock" work in this case if I manage to get a psych spot?
4. Can I look for pgy-1 vacancies outside the match simultaneously, or is that a violation?
5. Any other advice?

Thank you!! 🙂

Hi! I know how devestatiing it can be to not match. I created a FB page for unmatched and unlicensed physicians. The primary focus of this group is support services for unlicensed physicians, medical students who do not match or are choosing not to go to residency, and residents that do not finish their program. Please let me know if you are interested. It is called unmatched unlicensed unaffiliated physician group.

 

[WisNeuro]

Hi! I know how devestatiing it can be to not match. I created a FB page for unmatched and unlicensed physicians. The primary focus of this group is support services for unlicensed physicians, medical students who do not match or are choosing not to go to residency, and residents that do not finish their program. Please let me know if you are interested. It is called unmatched unlicensed unaffiliated physician group.

My advice is to come up with a catchier name.