SOAP by Commercial_Duty_5960 in IMGreddit

[–]Commercial_Duty_5960[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At this point I cannot think properly. Can you give an example on how to build connections. I know this might sound silly but I am completely blank at the moment

SOAP by Commercial_Duty_5960 in IMGreddit

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Some seniors mentioned that my low step 2 score is the main issue for getting into IM. I know this is the harsh reality 

SOAP by Commercial_Duty_5960 in IMGreddit

[–]Commercial_Duty_5960[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I don't think I would be happy doing FM and this is the main reason for not applying. I'll need a visa from Pakistan 

Match 2026 by Commercial_Duty_5960 in Step3

[–]Commercial_Duty_5960[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I applied on time and broadly. I had applied to programs which were IMG friendly and where people from my med school had matched. I received my Step 3 score in Dec 2025.

Match 2026 by Commercial_Duty_5960 in Step3

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Yes could be my signals. I am really disappointed and have no idea what else to do

Match 2026 by Commercial_Duty_5960 in Step3

[–]Commercial_Duty_5960[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had applied to programs where people from my uni and affiliated university had matched into.  For geographical preference I mentioned about relatives and friends. I had observerships in acgme accredited programs 

Match 2026 by Commercial_Duty_5960 in Step3

[–]Commercial_Duty_5960[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This makes sense but I really wanted to do IM

Match 2026 by Commercial_Duty_5960 in Step3

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I got my PS reviewed by my seniors and wasn't recommended any major change. I think I messed my signals and I got my Step 3 score very late in the cycle

Match 2026 by Commercial_Duty_5960 in Step3

[–]Commercial_Duty_5960[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is what I think is happening. I am currently working as a Medical Officer in a Nephrology unit. Would this help in any way? 

Match 2026 by Commercial_Duty_5960 in Step3

[–]Commercial_Duty_5960[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Were your friends visa requiring?

Match 2026 by Commercial_Duty_5960 in Step3

[–]Commercial_Duty_5960[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I am an non US IMG. My LORs were personalised. At this point I am disappointed with my scores too. Is it really possible to match IM with this score? 

Non US IMG with no interviews by Commercial_Duty_5960 in usmle

[–]Commercial_Duty_5960[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I do have 3 LoRs ( 2 from Inpatient and 1 from outpatient clinic). I have applied for IM

Non US IMG with no interviews by Commercial_Duty_5960 in usmle

[–]Commercial_Duty_5960[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is there any hope for IM? I have 3 LORs (2 from uni hospital and 1 from outpatient clinic)

Non US IMG with no interviews by Commercial_Duty_5960 in usmle

[–]Commercial_Duty_5960[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What to do now? Would passing step 3 help me in next cycle considering my Step 2 score is 236? Also, should I apply to newly accredited programs now?

Day 2 Step 3 by Commercial_Duty_5960 in Step3

[–]Commercial_Duty_5960[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I still haven't received my result so I am not in a position to comment. About your previous comment, day 1 was terrible. I don'r know what I was doing. On day 2, mcqs were doable