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paeds or family medicine - pompius - ArchivalUser - 02-26-2012
i need help,to choose one to apply in next year.which is more possible if YOG is 6 yrs,2 attempts in step1,scores 88,95.dnt need visa.or shud i mk up my mind for psych
0 - ArchivalUser - 02-26-2012
It is not just scores. USCE is v imp. So pick 1 specialty, focus & get strong LORs.
0 - ArchivalUser - 02-26-2012
this is wat i want to knw,bcuz i started cuz of lack of guidance,nw want to but all effort where its possible for me,preparing for step3 also,but dont hv much tim,plz help,wud appreciate
0 - ArchivalUser - 02-26-2012
i m scared of trying in sumthing competitive cuz of YOG and attempt in step1
0 - ArchivalUser - 02-26-2012
frankly everything is competitive now and programs look for commitment.
you can try psych or fm.
0 - ArchivalUser - 02-26-2012
Try to do observership in family medicine and pshyc. in a physician's office but would be better if in a hospital. Then try to get a recommendation letter from these places. Talk to your friend residents in hospitals to see if they can help you secure an interview. Keep positive. If you don't need visa, concentrate on USCE rather than step3. I had a friend of mine 7 yrs since grad and matched.
0 - ArchivalUser - 02-26-2012
jmcj gave good ideas and also try & score well in step 3 and i think you need it for next match