Will i match in 2014 with this score

[Docido]

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IMG

step I =196 1st attempt
step II = 215 1st attempt

if you match with low score, please let me know what you have and any advice?

🙁
it seem a lot of people didn't match. .
worrying

 

[xrevision]

Sounds like you are likely a FMG. Based on current trends it would seem like spots for FMG's are going to be more competitive. Specialties that were considered "sure" spots now don't seem that way. Good luck on your application and make sure you get ECFMG certified as soon as possible.

 

[zagazig]

I think odds are definitely against you. You have to do something that makes you stand out. You can apply next year and probably not match, and then apply again (which looks bad).

OR

You could spend a year or so doing extensive research, get a few publications in your field and solid LORs.

I would pick the latter.

 

[K31]

 

[handwriting]

I know someone with virtually your scores who matched, and another person with scores that are significantly better (average USMLE scores) who did not match. Same specialty: FM.
I also know people with slightly above average Step scores who didn't match into categorical surgery.
Matching is going to depend on your connections, your LORs, your PS, your interviews, any research, etc.

 

[septoplasty]

I know someone with virtually your scores who matched, and another person with scores that are significantly better (average USMLE scores) who did not match. Same specialty: FM.
I also know people with slightly above average Step scores who didn't match into categorical surgery.
Matching is going to depend on your connections, your LORs, your PS, your interviews, any research, etc.

This.

Plus how much and what kind of American clinical experience you have, and if you need a Visa.

 

[Nyu2004]

This.

Plus how much and what kind of American clinical experience you have, and if you need a Visa.

I matched into OB/GYN this year with a similar step 1 and 228 step 2. I will say (not to toot my own horn) that I interview very very well. As an FMG that will get you some interviews (especially cause they are first time) but you can't afford to be anything other than stellar in your interviews.

 

[Docido]

This.

Plus how much and what kind of American clinical experience you have, and if you need a Visa.

no visa require. did all my training in NY.

 

[handwriting]

no visa require. did all my training in NY.

Also, not to be a stickler, but even though it's not a big deal on forums (or fora, if you will).
I mean, I'm no grammar god, but when you start corresponding with programs via email, you'll want to say it like this:

"No visa required. Did all of my training in NY."

I know email seems like a casual mode of correspondence, but since you're applying for your future job, you have to treat it like business.

That means taking the time to check your spelling, grammar, and also making things sound elegant, professional, and to the point.

All the best.

 

[deathmerchant]

Also, not to be a stickler, but even though it's not a big deal on forums (or fora, if you will).
.

Well, If you are using "but even though" , u have to finish ur sentence with smthng like even though _________still______.
😉

 

[survivordo]

I think handwriting makes a great point. Demonstrating that you can cumminicate to your patients effectively is a big deal. I have met a few foreign grads that have a real tough time communicating with their patients and it is painful for everyone involved.

Survivor DO

 

[seemstress]

I know someone who had very similar scores. Applied broadly for FM and IM and matched. Apply broadly! it's all about location location location!

 

[handwriting]

Well, If you are using "but even though" , u have to finish ur sentence with smthng like even though _________still______.
😉

Good catch. 🙂

 

[molten]

IMG

step I =196 1st attempt
step II = 215 1st attempt

if you match with low score, please let me know what you have and any advice?

🙁
it seem a lot of people didn't match. .
worrying

My most sincere advice- do whatever you will for the spot but DO NOT close the doors to practicing in your home country. You may beat the odds and land yourself a spot but chances are low. If your priority is USA over Medicine, research maybe an option if you can land yourself a position- you can consider clinical research or the like as a career option in the US in the event of not matching. But if you must practise Medicine, don't close the doors to doing so in your home country- i.e. do clinical work there if you're eligible, take your home country exams and try to get into some kind of a clinical course or position as soon as you're done with your USMLEs. Study hard instead of long for them and start working ASAP. Give a residency here your hardest shot but have a Plan B that you're comfortable with.

 

[molten]

no visa require. did all my training in NY.

I don't get it. I thought you were IMG. Not sure how you did all your training in NY. Would take back my earlier advice in that case since it's probably not applicable to you. Not requiring a visa is a plus.

 

[handwriting]

I don't get it. I thought you were IMG. Not sure how you did all your training in NY. Would take back my earlier advice in that case since it's probably not applicable to you. Not requiring a visa is a plus.

Depends. Carib grads are considered IMGs. These students often have clerkships set up in the US. However, not all of these folks are US citizens. Some hail from Canada, for example. These guys need a visa to do rotations in the States but they also need a new visa--i believe--to go through residency training. Only residency programs willing to offer visas are fair game. All other programs become out of reach (sadly).

Still, I'm not 100% sure what the OP's visa issue is...