Disadvantage as a reapplicant
I wanted to get some advice on reapplying to pathology after I failed to match radiology this year. I’m from a lower-mid tier MD school. Worked as histotech in the past and performed IHC in a research lab during med school and should have 1 pub from that this year.
Step 1: 235-240
Step 2: 245-250
I honestly don’t know what I was thinking applying to radiology. If anyone has any insight about my chances to match this cycle, I would love to hear your opinion. Thank you (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - March 25, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: 08082018 Tags: Pathology Source Type: forums
Radiology will be the most likely specialty to get affected by AI per ChatGPT
Below is the response from ChatGPT
Question: Hypothetically, which medical specialty is most likely to be replaced by AI given the recent advancements?
ChatGPT Response:
It's important to note that no medical specialty can be fully replaced by AI. However, certain aspects of medical specialties can be automated using AI, allowing healthcare professionals to focus on more complex tasks and improve patient care.
That being said, some medical specialties may see more AI integration than...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - March 25, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Stone Cold Tags: Radiology Source Type: forums
Quinnipiac vs RFU
I am from MA and interested in either pathology or radiology residency programs. I am truly split between the two schools. The most important factor for me is the ability to set me up for the best residency spot possible and I ideally would like to do my residency in New England. I find it hard to compare the residency placements because quin is so much smaller than RFU so of course a specialty like pathology is rarely going to be covered in their match. RFU has like maybe one or two...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - March 24, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: changingovations Tags: Help Me Decide: X vs Y Medical School Source Type: forums
Psa: gpt-4
I haven't posted here in nearly a decade, but the latest breakthroughs in AI/ML deserves an awareness post for future trainees. In 2016, radiologist were aghast when Geoffrey Hinton (one of the pioneers of the current AI era) said, "We should stop training radiologists now." If you were starting a diagnostic radiology residency, including intern year and fellowship, you'd just be in your first year as an attending.
During that time, the AI community has made breakthroughs in image...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - March 24, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Naijaba Tags: Radiology Source Type: forums
How are prelims applying to radiology viewed?
Hi there,
I am a graduating MS4 that did not match into a surgical sub specialty. I recently completed my first radiology rotation and I feel like it is a much better fit for me. I am going to be completing a surgery prelim year at my home institution and then apply to radiology this upcoming cycle.
Stats: 262 step 1, 269 step 2, AOA, 5 papers, 17 posters/abstracts. My research is around AI use in a surgical subspecialty and I have neuroimaging research from undergrad. Class rank is first...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - March 24, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Humerus Guy Tags: Radiology Source Type: forums
Effect of banking crisis and economic downturn on rads job market?
With all the tech layoffs, high inflation, SVB collapse and possible impending downfall of more banks, it looks like the economy will be in a rough shape for at least a couple years. Nobody can predict the future but what would be your guesses on how this would affect the rads job market, particularly for trainees who will be looking for a job in 2-3 years? My fear would be a situation like in 2012/13 when some people had to do multiple fellowships just to find a job. (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - March 23, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: redalert Tags: Radiology Source Type: forums
Concerning trend: Radiology has the slowest compensation growth of any specialty
From 2010 to 2019, only a .6% increase per year, not even keeping up with inflation, and lowest of all specialties.
MGMA paints an even bleaker picture, with a 2010 avg of 515k and a 2021 avg of 505k, with other specialties growing 30-60% over the same time period. Surgical subspecialists and cardiologists have had particularly large increases.
As someone applying to radiology soon, this trend is really concerning to me. By the time I hopefully make partner, Radiology will likely be...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - March 23, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: MDapplicant578124 Tags: Radiology Source Type: forums
Psychiatry - Do you Forget Medical Knowledge?
I’m very interested in psychiatry, but a huge concern for me is that I won’t remember most of the medical knowledge I’ve learned in med school (this is extremely important to me). Other than that, I really like the specialty.
I’m also strongly considering radiology and ophthalmology right now. In terms of the “knowledge” aspect, radiology definitely seems to win. But, each specialty obviously has its own pros and cons and so I’m having a hard time deciding.
Would greatly appreciate hearing...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - March 22, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: lacrossegirl420 Tags: Medical Students (MD) Source Type: forums
Radiologists, how much do you work per week?
I'm one of the students who unfortunately didn't enjoy anything about clinical year with no specialty sticking out as enjoyable. I began to look into radiology and feel like it is a better fit for me being based more on independent intellectual work rather than patient facing or hugely team based (I understand radiologists still work with teams, but the day to day is more independent than working as a hospitalist is what I'm trying to say).
However, there is one thing that is highly...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - March 20, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Student189045 Tags: Radiology Source Type: forums
Cardiointerventional Radiology
Just out of curiosity, why didn't Coronary artery disease catheterization/stenting end up being treated in a similar fashion to what happened with the arteries that feed the brain?
In the neuro realm, even though Neurologists are still the main person diagnosing the patient and making long term management decisions about antithrombotic therapy and statins, they are usually not the ones performing the procedures (which go to surgeons and radiologists).
Do you think that there is...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - March 18, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: jonathanlikes Tags: Cardiology Source Type: forums
WashU (full tuition) vs Columbia
Please do not quote.
Hi everyone! I'm deciding between acceptances and would appreciate your thoughts / suggestions. Leaning towards radiology but open to exploring other specialties. Aiming to do research in radiology / genomics. Hoping to work at a teaching hospital (ideally east coast). I do not qualify for any need-based aid.
WashU
Pros
Full tuition scholarship (>$260,000)
P/F clerkships, no AOA
Stronger radiology opportunities (?)
Cons
Few east...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - March 16, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: a_distant_dream Tags: Help Me Decide: X vs Y Medical School Source Type: forums
PGY3 (R2) Diagnostic Radiology residency opening 7/1/23; Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) in Boston, a major teaching hospital for Harvard Medical School, has a PGY-3 (R2) Diagnostic Radiology Residency opening available for a July 1, 2023 start.
PREREQUISITES:
- Successful completion of R1 (PGY-2) year radiology residency in an ACGME accredited diagnostic radiology residency program prior to start date.
Interested candidates should email the following to Katelyn Sullivan, BIDMC Radiology Residency Coordinator...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - March 16, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: BIDMCRadiology Tags: Internship, Residency and Fellowship Positions Source Type: forums
How do I overcome being a reapplicant from another specialty?
I recently did not match radiology but will be entering PGY1 in a transitional year during which time I will apply Pathology. I initially wanted to Pathology in my first 2 years of med school but changed my mind to radiology because of life experience and exposure my 3rd year.
Being a reapplicant and changing my mind back and forth are red flags. I also have a gap in education (medical leave of absence) that is another red flag.
I'm kind of feeling overwhelmed because Pathology was always...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - March 16, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: spes93 Tags: Pathology Source Type: forums
Is independent practice a viable option in radiology?
I know IR has opportunity for solo or small group OBL work, just wondering if this is also possible for DR? I imagine breast would be most conducive but unsure if equipment cost is too high to run a solo breast clinic. (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - March 7, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: drboruto Tags: Radiology Source Type: forums
UW Spokane vs Texas A & M EnMed
Debating between UW Spokane and Texas A&M EnMed - cost is relatively similar for both so not a huge influencing factor
Really enjoy research so definitely hoping to continue that in med school! Specialty interests are definitely open but the more competitive ones I’m considering are radiology, dermatology and surgery.
UW Spokane
Pros
+ near home (not super important to me though)
+ prestige/rank
+ clerkships across 5 states so you see a lot
+ in state tuition
+ better odds of...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - March 6, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: FloatingAbyss Tags: Help Me Decide: X vs Y Medical School Source Type: forums
