Pitt v Jeff v BU v UMass v Kaiser
Hello all. Please help me narrow down my list to 3 and then to 1. Long term goals are open but currently interested in: internal medicine, neurology, radiology. Not interested in most surgical specialties, pediatrics and family medicine. Moderately interested in research.
Pitt
Pros
Prestige. I need all the boost I can get because I do not have any connections/network in medicine and I am not particularly good at networking.
Liked the vibe of the faculty and students at...
Read more (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - April 26, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: margatsni Tags: Help Me Decide: X vs Y Medical School Source Type: forums
Thoughts On PreReqs
Hi Folks,
I am currently a pediatric ENT NP with 3 years of working at a private practice under my belt. Since beginning this specialty practice I have become more and more frustrated about the lack of continuity of care that I am able to provide my patients. After diagnosing something that will require surgery, I find it very unfulfilling having to pause my care, send a patient for surgery with one of my docs, then take back over their post op care. Being able to treat patients throughout...
Read more (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - April 23, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: NPseekingMD Tags: Nontraditional Students Source Type: forums
Thoughts on PreReqs
Hi Folks,
I am currently a pediatric ENT NP with 3 years of working at a private practice under my belt. Since beginning this specialty practice I have become more and more frustrated about the lack of continuity of care that I am able to provide my patients. After diagnosing something that will require surgery, I find it very unfulfilling having to pause my care, send a patient for surgery with one of my docs, then take back over their post op care. Being able to treat patients throughout...
Read more (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - April 23, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: NPseekingMD Tags: Pre-Medical (MD) Source Type: forums
WAMC? 5 years since undergrad, strong peds background
!!! PLEASE DO NOT QUOTE !!!
cGPA: 3.15 sGPA: 2.9 (not officially calculated... could use help calculating for AMCAS/AACOM)
MCAT 510 (127/127/128/128) taken Jan 2023
Arizona resident
White/F/27 years old
Undergraduate: BS Biology from University of Arizona, 2019
Clinical experience (volunteer and non-volunteer): ~4800 hours Patient Care Technician 2021-present (a year and a half in adult neuro/neurosurgery unit, a year so far in pediatrics, both at my city's main...
Read more (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - April 21, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: ara450 Tags: What Are My Chances? WAMC Medical Source Type: forums
NASS vs ACGME Fellowships: Which Makes a Better Doctor in Real World?
ISMM Fellowships
The primary focus of NASS-recognized ISMM fellowships is the clinical assessment and treatment of patients with spine and musculoskeletal conditions. The fellowships are unique from ACGME Pain Medicine fellowships, which require training in inpatient acute pain management, palliative care, psychiatry, pediatric pain management, and intubation. (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - April 14, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: drusso Tags: Pain Medicine Source Type: forums
Do I still have a shot sGPA 3.11 and cGPA 3.27
cGPA 3.27, AMCAS sGPA: 3.08, AACOMAS sGPA: 3.11
MCAT score: 506 (127,126,127,126)
State of residence: IL
Ethnicity: White
Clinical experience (volunteer and non-volunteer): non-volunteer hours: 3706
Research experience and productivity: 100 hours
Shadowing experience: 8 Hours, internal and pediatric medicine doctor
Non-clinical volunteering: none as of now
Other extracurricular activities (including athletics, military service, gap year activities, leadership...
Read more (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - April 14, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: thecrunchiesttaco21 Tags: What Are My Chances? WAMC Medical Source Type: forums
Pitt vs brown vs Cincinnati vs UVM vs 6 others
Hi everyone, grateful to have 10 acceptances for the cycle. I am not too sure of what I want to do, but I am interested in ophthalmology and surgery, followed by pediatrics. I am looking for advice on narrowing my acceptance’s down to three. Please let me know if I missed anything in my pros/cons list or if the other schools I mention have something unique. PLZ DO NOT QUOTE. Thank you!
UPITT
Pros:
-P/F preclinical
-Ranked 13th so prestige within medicine
-1.5 year pre-clinical curriculum...
Read more (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - April 14, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: HollowJ at 1 Tags: Help Me Decide: X vs Y Medical School Source Type: forums
pediatric medicine subspecialty following dentistry
Hello,
I'm interested in pursuing further education after specializing in pediatric dentistry. I have a strong interest in medicine and I'm curious if it's possible to pursue a pediatric subspecialty following Pediatric Dentistry. Is it possible to obtain an M.D. without applying to medical school, only by taking the boards as a dentist? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - April 14, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: PEDOtoothfairy Tags: Combined Residencies Source Type: forums
Baylor vs UChicago (WL)
Hi everyone! Grateful to be in this position, but I would love some insight into people's thoughts into these schools and what they would choose. I'm a URM from Texas, but I went to school in California. Interested in pediatrics, OB/GYN, and anesthesiology. Also done a lot of research and extracurriculars in the health equity space, so I want to continue with that in medical school. I've grown up in Texas all my life, so I kind of want to try something different, but most of my support...
Read more (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - April 10, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: dancingdocs Tags: Help Me Decide: X vs Y Medical School Source Type: forums
Gap Year Job Advice
Please do not quote: I am going to try to keep somewhat vague if I can.
Hi, as I prep for reapplication I need help figuring out what job to pursue for my gap year. I’ve had a few interviews and these are the ones I’m currently deciding between:
1. MA position at a pediatrician-would be a hands on position at a very busy office. (Already got offer letter)
-hands on experience but not guaranteed full time
-not the best work reviews from previous employees
2. Scribe role in...
Read more (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - April 10, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: sciencerules135 Tags: Pre-Medical (MD) Source Type: forums
Getting better at socratic questioning
Guys, my doctorate is in school psychology and I mostly do pediatric psychology, testin' for neurodevelopmental disorders, and parent management training/behavioral consultation. I do a little therapy here and there (like maybe four patients/week.
I want to get better at socratic questioning. I'm wondering if you had any mental tricks, acronyms, worksheets, books, trainings, etc., that have helped you do it effectively with patient.
I've been licensed nearly six years and don't have it...
Read more (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - April 10, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: borne_before Tags: Psychology [Psy.D. / Ph.D.] Source Type: forums
DREXEL vs. EVMS vs. VCU
I’m very indecisive so plz help <3
some background: I am from Northern Virginia. I am unsure about specialty, but interested in Pediatric Oncology, OB/GYN, or Gen Surgery.
I am waitlisted at VCU and EVMS (top tier), but in the case I get off should I choose the cheaper options?…
DREXEL:
Pros:
major city- more fun throughout medical school. I am familiar with Philly, so adjusting would be easy
My best friends are all in New Jersey or NYC, so it would be a good support...
Read more (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - April 9, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: ackaze Tags: Help Me Decide: X vs Y Medical School Source Type: forums
WAMC School List (518, 3.70) CA Res
2023 Graduate applying 2024-2025 Cycle
1. 3.701 cGPA, 3.698 sGPA (possibility of a bit higher-- unsure if a few nutrition courses will count towards it) (cFresh--> cSen, 3.531, 3.804, 3.471, 3.937)
2. 518 MCAT (129, 130, 130, 129)
3. California Resident
4. White Female
5. Top 15 Undergrad
6. Clinical Experience
Medical Assistant at Pediatric clinic: 100 hours
Clinical Research Coordinator at a large research institution in pediatrics (mix of admin but strong clinical experiences...
Read more (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - April 9, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: happyCAcamper Tags: What Are My Chances? WAMC Medical Source Type: forums
WAMC/School List Help: 508, 3.7 cGPA, ORM
GPA: cGPA = 3.7, sGPA = 3.55
MCAT: 508, 127/127/125/129
Ethnicity: Southeast Asian
Clinical: Paid - 1000+ hours as an MA; Unpaid - Volunteer MA at clinic I helped start up
Research: 9+ credits of biophysics, hoping to have one publish
Shadowing: 70+ hours across Rheumatology, Cardiology, Endocrinology, Anesthesia, FM, Pediatrics, OBGYN
ECS/Leadership: Helped start up a free health clinic for the underserved population. President and treasurer of a university club for 2 years. GPA straight...
Read more (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - April 7, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: justrynamakeit Tags: What Are My Chances? WAMC Medical Source Type: forums
Ohio State CMT vs Colorado
I’m hoping to go into academic pediatrics or medicine/pediatrics. Although I’m open to change, I worked as a public school teacher for six years as a prior career and would like to continue working primarily with that population and advocacy/policy efforts.
Ohio State
+ Cost ($300K)
+ School Spirit/Tradition
+ Close to family/family currently attend OSU
+ P/F, 18 Months Pre-Clinical
+ Proximity to well-known residencies in the region (Cincy, Rainbow, Nationwide, Lurie, Michigan, UPMC...
Read more (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - April 6, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: pedsthrowaway Tags: Help Me Decide: X vs Y Medical School Source Type: forums
