02-09-2009, 07:43 AM
I am 20 yr old graduate. do I stand a chance? I have been working in public health field throughout. Please advice
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02-09-2009, 07:51 AM
Hi,
Go for it. You will never know until you try. Not to mention that U have been in the medical field all these years. GL.
02-10-2009, 05:15 AM
salk88,
one can get lots of emotional views from ppl but lets face the truth... there is very little chance for you unless and until u show total commitment to clinical training by doing 1-2 yr of observerships or jobs that have pt contact like PA, etc. This is harsh truth.. dont waste your money in applying haphazardly to multiple specialties in thinking u may get lucky.. there is no roulette.. its a very v v competitive process with approx 10 applicants for every seat.. u may get a few iv calls here and there but when it will come to ranking time, they will bump you down the list if you really want to do it, then u would need really out of the world letters from 3-4 top faculty members in ur speciality.. u would also need 1 yr of experience working with patients.. if u really work hard and plan right, u may get in.. good luck
02-10-2009, 05:51 AM
Hi Oldy,
Welcome to the club. I think drshankarpatel has given valuable information. I agree with him. If you are able to get a good score and hands on experience then you could make a case for your candidature. I would recommend identifying a specialty that you would be interested in. Looking at your background in Public Health may be a Preventive Medicine would be ideal for you. Bottom line you will have to get good scores (~90's), patient contact experience, and then do well on interviews. You will have to convince the PD why you decided late in your career to go back and do a residency. You also will be competing for a prelim position which is exceptionally competitive but not impossible. Good Luck. Jhakas |
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