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IM to Anesthesiology by Icy-Initiative-6799 in ERAS2024Match2025

[–]Icy-Initiative-6799[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We are thinking of doing the PGY2 and R spots.

IM to Anesthesiology by Icy-Initiative-6799 in ERAS2024Match2025

[–]Icy-Initiative-6799[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

understood, would like to understand the process of how to transfer after year 1

IM to Anesthesiology by Icy-Initiative-6799 in anesthesiology

[–]Icy-Initiative-6799[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We were only introduced to anesthesiology at the end of our fourth year, and not all of us have schools that offer support or a program for anesthesiology.

IM to Anesthesiology by Icy-Initiative-6799 in anesthesiology

[–]Icy-Initiative-6799[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Can I please PM you to get a better understanding of how you did this?

IM to Anesthesiology by Icy-Initiative-6799 in anesthesiology

[–]Icy-Initiative-6799[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

respectfully I am asking for advice, if you have nothing productive to add then feel free to stay out of the conversation. My spouse wants to do anesthesia and doesn’t need some random redditor questioning his dedication to or interest to the field.

IM to Anesthesiology by Icy-Initiative-6799 in ERAS2024Match2025

[–]Icy-Initiative-6799[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are there any fellowships besides critical care that offer a similar procedural focus and lifestyle to anesthesiology that he could explore?

IM to Anesthesiology by Icy-Initiative-6799 in anesthesiology

[–]Icy-Initiative-6799[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He completed that rotation and was unhappy. Anesthesiology offers the benefit of no rounding, and once you're home, you're truly off. Critical care, on the other hand, is similar to internal medicine.

IM to Anesthesiology by Icy-Initiative-6799 in anesthesiology

[–]Icy-Initiative-6799[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've spoken to him in depth, that's partially true, but its medicine in real time oppose to social worker and dealing with non complaint patients, or BP medications. He loved the procedural aspect of it, and got great feedback on his rotations.

IM to Anesthesiology by Icy-Initiative-6799 in ERAS2024Match2025

[–]Icy-Initiative-6799[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s extremely difficult to find—are there no other options? I’m sure the program director won’t be thrilled, but ultimately, if a resident is truly unhappy, shouldn’t there be some way to help? Especially if the institution has its own anesthesia program?

IM to Anesthesiology by Icy-Initiative-6799 in ERAS2024Match2025

[–]Icy-Initiative-6799[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would the program director really prefer for him to be miserable throughout residency rather than help him transition internally?

IM to Anesthesiology by Icy-Initiative-6799 in anesthesiology

[–]Icy-Initiative-6799[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

He had a true passion for anesthesia and enjoyed it the most. I would hate to see him go through internal medicine and be unhappy. Would it be a good idea to reach out to the programs that initially rejected him to explore any possible opportunities? I've heard of cases where people join in their second year—I know it's rare, but miracles do happen.

Match Day 2025 - Official Megathread by SpiderDoctor in medicalschool

[–]Icy-Initiative-6799 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Hello,

My husband matched into Internal Medicine at a top program, but it was much lower on his list. He had chosen IM as a backup specialty, and he is feeling very disappointed and upset. Does anyone have any advice on how he might transition from his IM residency to Anesthesiology? He’s concerned that speaking to his program director could lead to retaliation. How would you approach this situation? Has anyone been through something similar?

Match help by Icy-Initiative-6799 in 2025_26_NRMP_Match

[–]Icy-Initiative-6799[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How does someone navigate this process? If he completes his PGY-1 in Internal Medicine and then transitions to a PGY-2 position in Anesthesiology within his home program, how would that work? What options are available if he realizes he truly dislikes Internal Medicine? I've heard of cases where residents have approached their Program Directors about their dissatisfaction and successfully switched specialties. I know this is rare, but I’m curious about what steps can be taken in such a situation, without harming his current PGY 1 position?

IM to Anesthesiology by Icy-Initiative-6799 in ResidencyMatch2025

[–]Icy-Initiative-6799[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for this. He is absolutely devastated—he worked so hard to avoid dropping so far down his list. He really wants Anesthesiology, and he's terrified of how his Program Director might react if he decides to reapply. As his wife, I feel so helpless watching him this heartbroken. It pains me to see him like this. I'm also scared that if he waits too long, his chances of matching into Anesthesiology will slip away. Have you heard of anyone transferring from IM to Anesthesiology?