how does NYU subI compare to Cornell subI?

If I'm coming from a T20 with decent research output (12 clinical retrospective papers, few first author) and mostly honors on rotations, what is the minimum score on 2CK I should have before applying? 

I'm in dedicated but would rather postpone 2CK and take a research year if I don't achieve an adequate practice test score prior to the test. 

Mostly aiming for mid-tier programs like Rutgers (though it's really hard to differentiate tiers outside of the high tiers)

thanks

Thoughts on the Cornell subI? Among the NY schools, would doing a subI here be well regarded and do they write good letters/vouch for you? How does subI here compare to the other NY schools>

Am an applicant with average stats (Honored: Med, Neuro, Psych, HP everything else). Pending step 2 score. 5 papers (1 first author), about 30 pubs total. No AOA. I know killing my sub-is and getting strong LORs is a given, but wanted to see what other parts of my CV I can take advantage of.

Do PD's like to see applicants with actual life and/or work experience?


I think other's on this forum have also said to write about hobbies as well.

Hi,
I am a medical student currently interested in either neurology or neurosurgery. I understand that research is very important for applying to neurosurgery. I have a background in basic neuroscience research from before I came to medical school, and I am now getting involved in clinical research. Is it suggested to pursue a balance of both clinical and basic science research, or does it matter? Is one more respected over another? I see lots of people saying to just do clinical research because it is less of a time sink and you can get a lot more publications.

I did greatly enjoy my time working in animal research, I actually like it more than clinical research because it is not just laborious excel charting. It feels more involved.

Although I enjoyed basic science work, I do worry about the time commitment and my ability to balance it. Even now, with my clinical projects, I have found it difficult to strike a balance and I worry about my grades dipping if I overcommit. And to be honest, even though I enjoy basic science work, I do not want to strain myself if the bang isn't going to be worth the buck. Why would I spend excessive time caring for lab animals when I could spend the same amount of time in clinical research while cranking out more publications? If the residencies actually care about quantity > quality, it doesn't seem like doing basic bench work would be worth the investment.

I see people online saying that for residencies in general, quantity > quality. I find it hard to believe that this is entirely true. I would think a neurosurgery PD would understand and respect that there is a difference in scholarly between a multi year comprehensive basic science project and a simple observational chart review that you could quickly crank out in a couple of weeks. Wouldn't basic science research been seen as more scholarly?

Anyone else here apply?

How often do lower-tier programs not interview/rank strong applicants?

Current medical school applicant, fortunate enough to have been accepted to a few medical schools. Which would be more beneficial attending a mid tier school with a nsg residency program, or a mid tier medical school with a prestigious nsg academic center. 

Which one would give me more opportunities for research and networking.

Im an M2 at a T5 interested in a surgical sub-specialty. I’ve been blessed with a great research mentor at my home institution in my specialty of interest. We have excellent personal rapport and have also been productive research wise.

However, my first choice program is a different T5 while my home institution is my second choice. How wise would it be to do a research year at that other institution to increase my chances of matching there. Nobody at my home institution interested in this subspecialty has done a research year away from home, so I worry about burning bridges.

Something we used to do back in the old uncleharvey forums. Based on your sub-i and/or interviews:


Hidden gem program:
Disappointing program:
Best organized interview:
Worst organized interview:
Best resident group
Worst resident group
Best food:
Worst food:
Hottest coordinator:
Most helpful coordinator: