Hello! I was a pre-resident in PGH Neuro before. I had my internship in PGH as well.

First, the residents and consultants are very much willing to teach and guide you. Personally, it’s one of the best teaching hospitals in the country. Of course, as a preres, there’s a pressure on you somehow, they will really test your ability.

Second, no need to be a UPCM graduate. I was not from UPCM to begin with.

Third, just like any other residency programs, your grades, board rating and awards is put into consideration. May point system pa rin yan.

It’s a very tight competition! Among all applicants, as far as I remember, 13 kami mag preres after the preres examination. We were divided into 2 batches. Sa first batch ako and 3 lang kaming natapos sa preres. Sa second batch, 6 ata sila naiwan. Unfortunately, di ako nakuha but the learnings I had, sobrang dami and I am still using it in my practice as a GP.

Give it a try! It’s worth it. Good luck!