08-27-2021, 07:48 PM
(08-27-2021, 05:04 PM)Guest Wrote: Will research help someone who left a program to get back in? Or would doing a research fellowship be a waste of time?
TBH I don't think so. More pubs doesn't equal more competitive in that point. The only reason for the research is to "scratch someones back" in the hope they will "scratch yours" for a good letter/phone call and help you out. It is the established attendings reputation at stake and will take a special person to speak high for a person. Furthermore, depends on why you left - if it was professionalism or clinical skills - how will you show you have improved?
Well said. Reputation is the name of the game. In the end, people are self-centered with egos to fill, more especially in neurosurgery. With that said, I have seen diversity in my old residency program and I know its tough. But thats what residency is for, to build your thick skin. If I see someone making a 2nd effort I will definitely bat for someone and try to help with a good LOR. But, they will have to EARN it. If you just whine and suck then I think you should look elsewhere. Patients would love a doc who never gave up, thats the kind of spirit we want in neurosurgery.
