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  September slots
Posted by: GGuest - 05-14-2019, 12:49 PM - Forum: Sub-internships - Replies (1)

Anybody know what places still have open slots for September?

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  Another "will I match" thread
Posted by: thanks_for_the_advice - 05-13-2019, 08:37 PM - Forum: General interest - Replies (3)

Like the title says, I am curious your opinion of my chances. 

I was thinking ortho for most of my time in med school, and then long story short, I feel like nsx is where I fit best. I like the 'critical care' aspect of medicine and have found that deeply in nsx and not seen that in Ortho.

I feel like I have an uphill battle starting this late. I have set up 5 sub-i's at what I've gathered are 'low tier' programs and programs that have taken DO's.

DO student, Step 1: 245, Sigma Sigma Phi, A's in all of my M3 rotations (we don't do honors or high honors etc... so idk how to compare it), 1 pub that is in the process of being written, 1 presentation.

I know with my stats I will have to kill it on sub-i's. 

My question is two fold. 
1. What are my chances?
2. What programs should I do sub-i's at given my low research and being a DO?

Thanks so much.

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  What are the "Low Tier" programs
Posted by: hubhubhub - 05-13-2019, 03:13 PM - Forum: General interest - Replies (20)

I'm a recent convert to neurosurgery. I only have 2 research experiences and no pubs. I've done well in 3rd year and have a 245 on Step 1 (haven't taken step 2 yet). I go to a DO school. 

As you can see, I have a lot working against me. 

I am wondering what are the 'Low tier" programs and/or programs that consider DO's that I should do Sub-I's at. I plan to do 5 sub-i's and bust my butt to impress because I know based on my stats I won't get many interviews but it's going to be based on good sub-i's. . Oh and I am in the SouthEast of the US but I am willing to go literally anywhere in the US.  

Thanks in advance

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  What are the "Low Tier" programs
Posted by: hubhubhub - 05-13-2019, 03:11 PM - Forum: How to prep for applications - Replies (5)

I'm a recent convert to neurosurgery. I only have 2 research experiences and no pubs. I've done well in 3rd year and have a 245 on Step 1 (haven't taken step 2 yet). I go to a DO school. 

As you can see, I have a lot working against me. 

I am wondering what are the 'Low tier" programs and/or programs that consider DO's that I should do Sub-I's at. I plan to do 5 sub-i's and bust my butt to impress because I know based on my stats I won't get many interviews but it's going to be based on good sub-i's. . Oh and I am in the SouthEast of the US but I am willing to go literally anywhere in the US.  

Thanks in advance

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  Program structure
Posted by: Guest - 05-09-2019, 10:05 PM - Forum: General interest - Replies (18)

Which programs can allow you to do a CAST accredited fellowship as a chief, and how important is this to look for in a program?

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  elite programs
Posted by: Guest - 05-09-2019, 07:29 PM - Forum: General interest - Replies (24)

What are the elite neurosurgery training programs as of right now?

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  houston
Posted by: Guest - 05-08-2019, 08:42 PM - Forum: Sub-internships - Replies (12)

Was looking into the houston programs - I have a lot of family there and am interested in potentially moving back. Heard UT Houston was malignant AF but don't know if that's true. Looked into Methodist but it seems like they are missing a lot of residents. No PGY-5s, only 1 chief, a couple others missing in a 3/year program. Anyone know what's up with that? My home chair said the faculty is super sketchy there. Should I just look into Baylor?

Any insight is appreciated. Thanks

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  Ohio State
Posted by: Guest - 05-08-2019, 10:11 AM - Forum: Sub-internships - Replies (12)

Can anyone who did a Sub-I at Ohio state talk about their experience?

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  Allegheny General
Posted by: Guest - 05-07-2019, 08:04 AM - Forum: Sub-internships - Replies (11)

Has anyone rotated at AGH? Could you comment on your experience here?

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  WAMC
Posted by: Nandi - 05-06-2019, 10:09 PM - Forum: General interest - Replies (3)

Hello all, what are ya'lls thoughts on my overall chances of getting a job next year with my current stats assuming nothing else changes btw now and eras submission. 
Step 1 255+
Step 2 255+
Preclinical - All Honors
Clinical - All Honors
AOA at mid-tier state school
Research - 2 first author from undergrad, 2 posters from med school, all non-nsgy related 
Anticipation letters to be just okay, nothing exceptional but no red flags either.
Will be doing 2 aways at midtier programs.
Decided on NSG late 3rd year

Any general advice would be much appreciated

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