Mayo (AZ) vs. Duke
Very honored that I was accepted off the Duke waitlist today, but now I have a tough decision to make. My initial thought is that Duke would need to be significantly cheaper than Mayo for me to attend because I am really excited by the unique opportunities Mayo offers, but I want to hear from others. I am currently interested in dermatology, though I know this may change throughout medical school.
Mayo AZ (Approx $230K total COA)
Pros
Significant scholarship
Selectives...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - May 4, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: username5 Tags: Help Me Decide: X vs Y Medical School (2021-2022) Source Type: forums
MSU CHM vs. Wayne State
Hey Everyone!
I am choosing between Wayne State and MSU CHM! I am interested in matching into a competitive specialty (Dermatology) and wasn't sure which school would be better for me. Both are around the same in terms of tuition (IS) and are MD programs.
I am leaning towards MSU CHM because of their new partnership with Henry Ford. Wayne State seems to have trouble with their partnerships so seeing MSU have a new partner seems promising. I've also heard how CHM is more low stress with...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - April 28, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: hasthi Tags: Help Me Decide: X vs Y Medical School (2021-2022) Source Type: forums
Please Help Me Decide BUSM vs UT San Antonio (Long)
Hey guys, I am a California applicant that is currently deciding between either attending BUSM or UT San Antonio. I'm considering going into either orthopedics or dermatology, but to be honest, I'm uncertain and am open to exploring different specialties.
UT San Antonio is really behind on releasing financial aid packages and have told me that there is no way that I will be given it before I have to make the decision. I estimate that It will at least cover tuition because my family's...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - April 24, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: CyrusGolshi Tags: Help Me Decide: X vs Y Medical School (2021-2022) Source Type: forums
What is the purpose of CORE exam percentile scores?
Do the CORE exam percentile scores have any impact on fellowship applications? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - April 18, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: PremedSurvivor Tags: Dermatology Source Type: forums
Advice for matching into competitive speciality from low tier med school
Hey y'all I'm looking for some advice here. I recently got an A, which I'm super grateful for, but it's not a so-called "top tier" school. I've heard that as a result of Step 1 going P/F, matching into competitive specialties in desirable locations will be much more difficult if you don't go to a top school. While I'm open to other specialties, I'm mostly interested in ENT, dermatology, and ophthalmology, which I know are very competitive haha. I know it's super early, but I really want to...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - April 18, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: nadiasp980 Tags: Pre-Medical (MD) Source Type: forums
IMRT coverage for skin
For patient with node positive squamous of the skin I always have trouble getting IMRT covered for Medicare patients. When I see talks or ASTRO conference presentations they are always using IMRT. Anybody able to get IMRT covered for Medicare patients and why can't I? My billing folks tell me I can get medial canthus C44.121 covered but thats about it. Any tips for codes to use? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - April 16, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: xrt123 Tags: Radiation Oncology Source Type: forums
MUSC (full-tuition scholarship) vs. Wake Forest (Full-CoA scholarship)
If this is of any relevance, as of now I’m interested in orthopaedics, maybe dermatology, and psychiatry.
Wake Forest
Pros
Obviously, full-coa scholarship would mean I graduate with virtually zero debt.
Facilities are amazing
True pass/fail pre-clinicals
Can rotate in Charlotte (I love Charlotte)
Cons
Not a huge fan of Winston-Salem
Am looking to purchase a home during med school to build equity (especially with a housing stipend. However, 1. I don’t...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - April 16, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: 2MinuteWarning Tags: Help Me Decide: X vs Y Medical School (2021-2022) Source Type: forums
Summer Research at Home Institution vs Away (SRTP)
Hi everyone! Would love some advice!
For context, I am an M1 at a top 50 medical school in the US. I am very interested in cardiology (so internal medicine). But I just recently developed an interest in dermatology too. I have been trying to decide what would be best for my upcoming summer so would love some advice!
I was accepted to the Vanderbilt Summer Research Training Program in Kidney Disease to do hypertension research for the summer. I'm not sure how selective this experience is but...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - April 15, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: frazzledmeatball Tags: Medical Students (MD) Source Type: forums
Epidural Ligament Engagement Feel
At my institution we do epidurals w/ LOR to air in plastic syringes which are incredibly sensitive (impossible to inject air into skin/subQ/muscle). So I insert my touhy to 3 cm unless the patient is thin, attach my syringe, and start testing for LOR. Very easy and safe but slow. An attending encouraged me to try using a glass syringe with saline and I quickly realized it is not nearly as sensitive. It is very easy to inject into subQ or muscle and so I have to engage ligament before I can...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - April 4, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: propadex Tags: Anesthesiology Source Type: forums
Chances of matching PM & R after reapplying from another specialty
I didn’t match into dermatology but after shadowing a PM&R doctor I realized I’d be just as happy doing this and don’t want to go through the heartbreak of not matching again. However, I worry that my application will be looked over due to the amount of derm research I have (7 pubs with more on the way) and derm specific experiences. I have decent stats (step 1: 256 step 2: 249 level 1 629 level 2: 597) and will hopefully be able to get some LOR during my TY. Can anyone shed some light on my...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - March 27, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: RawDMed Tags: PM&R Source Type: forums
Chances of matching PM & R after applying for another specialty?
I didn’t match into dermatology but after shadowing a PM&R doctor I realized I’d be just as happy doing this and don’t want to go through the heartbreak of not matching again. However, I worry that my application will be looked over due to the amount of derm research I have (7 pubs with more on the way) and derm specific experiences. I have decent stats (step 1: 256 step 2: 249 level 1 629 level 2: 597) and will hopefully be able to get some LOR during my TY. Can anyone shed some light on my...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - March 25, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: RawDMed Tags: ERAS, SOAP, and NRMP Match Source Type: forums
Picking med school: Cornell vs. USC for Dermatology
Hi all. I'm deciding between two med schools, and know I'm very interested in dermatology (my research is in derm, spent a couple years working in a derm clinic, etc).
From the resident/physician perspective, which school would give me better opportunities (prestige-wise specifically for derm, better mentors, etc) - Weill Cornell or USC Keck? I'm thinking Weill Cornell due its association with MSK as well, but not sure if residency programs care. Any advice would be appreciated! (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - March 23, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: diejnal2 Tags: Dermatology Source Type: forums
Weill Cornell vs USC Keck
Hi everyone! Having a tough time deciding.
Background:
I am from LA. I am interested in Dermatology or ENT (both fairly competitive I hear). I'm not 100% certain, but at the moment I think it would be nice to do residency/or long-run settle down in California somewhere (Bay Area or Los Angeles).
Cornell Pros:
Cornell has a better reputation + research ability at Memorial Sloan Kettering/mentors at MSK would make me stand out? This may help me be more competitive to match into Derm/ENT...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - March 22, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: diejnal2 Tags: Help Me Decide: X vs Y Medical School (2021-2022) Source Type: forums
medical student in San Antonio to assist with the 2nd Annual Dermatology Refresher Symposium on April 8-10, 2022 at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio River
The Dermatology Research and Education Foundation is looking for a medical student in San Antonio who is interested in dermatology and would be interested in volunteering at the 2nd Annual Dermatology Refresher Symposium on April 8-10, 2022 at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk in San Antonio, Texas. We would need them onsite April 8 and 9 from 6am-5pm. We would cover their parking and meals for both days. We could also help them network with the faculty. A medical student based...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - March 13, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: DREF Tags: Dermatology Source Type: forums
Dermatology NHS vs private practice
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Source: The Student Room - March 11, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: GidroDox1 Tags: Medicine Source Type: forums
