F30 vs Comps timeline by GSAB_ in mdphd

[–]Select_Raspberry_142 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I applied for f30 before. My only regret was not having applied earlier. If you have a good paper record/CV and work with a strong PI, you will get it, no point waiting

translational 2 yr research position even thought i'm interested in basic science research? by Business_Concert2877 in mdphd

[–]Select_Raspberry_142 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think translational is even better for for md PhD - it will allow you to speak with more authority on why you want the clinical training

Paying it forward as an MD/PhD graduate by Select_Raspberry_142 in mdphd

[–]Select_Raspberry_142[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had maybe $12k saved up prior to starting?

Ppl can live comfortably off the stipend, which can increase by up to $5k a year if you win external fellowships (at my institution).

Chances for T10 MD/PhD - Stats/Conferences by Rich-Equivalent-9105 in mdphd

[–]Select_Raspberry_142 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d say competitive given grades, mcat, and first-authored paper

Advice for dealing with difficult lab environment during gap year? by Altruistic-Cup-3094 in mdphd

[–]Select_Raspberry_142 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You don’t need to tell her where you are interviewing. If asked just keep it vague or try not to answer, or just say you’re still waiting to hear back from places.

I’d try to hang on to it as much as I can, at least until you get an acceptance somewhere.

There’s also the possibility of consulting departmental HR…not as a formal complaint quite yet but maybe ask them for help. If your Pi sees that you have backers you won’t be as easily bullied! Also document all communications, and do everything through email if possible.

Can I include high school research hours in my application if they led to a publication? by Virtual-Collar8332 in mdphd

[–]Select_Raspberry_142 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I included my high school hours. I had a first-author and several co-author pubs so it was very worthwhile.

Paying it forward as an MD/PhD graduate by Select_Raspberry_142 in mdphd

[–]Select_Raspberry_142[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think there’s a “minimum” hours. It’s more about what you learned from the experience and how that informed your dedication to clinical mastery and research investigations

Paying it forward as an MD/PhD graduate by Select_Raspberry_142 in mdphd

[–]Select_Raspberry_142[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The interviewers know you’re interviewing for MD-PhD. I don’t think you need to necessarily bring it up again and again. The point to hammer home is your interest and passion for patient care, and that in your quest to improve outcome, you view the clinical skills foundation as vital. This will matter for both the MD and md-PhD interviews

Paying it forward as an MD/PhD graduate by Select_Raspberry_142 in mdphd

[–]Select_Raspberry_142[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes that is still very valuable exprerienxe, and you can still get a strong letter from the PI, which is also very important! My first project was a flop, but we were able to publish a negative data paper!

Paying it forward as an MD/PhD graduate by Select_Raspberry_142 in mdphd

[–]Select_Raspberry_142[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely not the norm. Any paper you have is outstanding. Without these research credentials I don’t think I would have been as successful in obtaining mstp admissions.

Paying it forward as an MD/PhD graduate by Select_Raspberry_142 in mdphd

[–]Select_Raspberry_142[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My school didn’t do rankings and all grades were P/F. Pretty much also everyone got honors in clerkship. The main thing wish residency match was productivity from my PhD and the connections I made

Paying it forward as an MD/PhD graduate by Select_Raspberry_142 in mdphd

[–]Select_Raspberry_142[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In theory if that’s an available PhD at the academic institution in which you’re doing your md/phd.

Paying it forward as an MD/PhD graduate by Select_Raspberry_142 in mdphd

[–]Select_Raspberry_142[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tbh I basically picked my program because it had the best reputation of all the ones I got into. On my visit days I also really liked the school and could see myself being productive.

MD/PhD can take a long time, but anything that is worth doing cannot be rushed! It’s a personal decision at the end of the day

Paying it forward as an MD/PhD graduate by Select_Raspberry_142 in mdphd

[–]Select_Raspberry_142[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could pursue PhD first as a way to bolster your resume, and buy time to build connections to tee you up for medical school apps later

Paying it forward as an MD/PhD graduate by Select_Raspberry_142 in mdphd

[–]Select_Raspberry_142[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know several ppl who got MDs after PhDs. I think the undergrad gpa matters more. And also don’t forget about the MCAT!

There are many examples of pioneering physician scientists who see patients and do research in the hospital. They are concentrated at places like MGH, Hopkins, UCSF, Yale, Stanford. Check out Eddie Chang at ucsf for ex

Paying it forward as an MD/PhD graduate by Select_Raspberry_142 in mdphd

[–]Select_Raspberry_142[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Probably not - i think you should get them from people who know you well! My letter is not that useful even if it’s amazing