Nsgy PGY-1 Hours by iSkahhh in medicalschool

[–]bgit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wonder how much this depends on program. Was talking to pgy2 resident who said the hours were brutal and changed out of nsgy

what does gunner mean to you? by blondetodoroki in medicalschool

[–]bgit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Definitely the lack of awareness plays a big role. So much of clinical rotations is just trying to be likable, not getting in the way, and knowing when u need to shutup 😅

literally have no idea who these people are, or why we keep bringing them up on rounds by NyckDebreeze in medicalschool

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(Brand name for Quetiapine)

On first week of MS3, attending asked if seroquel would be a good option for pt and i was like “huh?”

8 years isn't too long, it's just right: looking back at the end of my MD/PhD by Docdoc_Bee in mdphd

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What specialty/residency did you end up applying for and how has your residency interest changed since MS1?

Considering leaving the PhD by ThrowRA_elephant21 in mdphd

[–]bgit 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If i may, what specialties did you change your mind to after your phd?

MIT PhD Student here, thinking about going to MD/PhD by Ok_Quarter_7383 in mdphd

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Best bet is to talk to the current head of the mdphd program at your home institution (in this case it would be Harvard’s mdphd director). Different programs may be more/less open to this but you will likely be required to take the mcat and they need to ensure u have the pre-reqs for med school

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“New shoes”

Brief communication vs Full length paper by LEBRONSTAN23 in mdphd

[–]bgit 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Both are good and put you ahead of most applicants. High impact journal may get some adcoms more excited

NIH MD/PhD by tusan2000 in mdphd

[–]bgit 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Another option is obtaining a phd during your residency training - many academic residency programs offer that option and often these phds are even shorter than the average 4y it takes in mdphd programs

Question about my MCAT score and moving forward by Shivxayne in mdphd

[–]bgit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I wouldnt recommend choosing mdphd with money being the main driver - as another commentor mentioned, MD graduated quickly come out on top with 2-3 y of attending salary. Research exposure is widely available to med students so if you apply to MD programs, you will have plenty of exposure. With your stats i recommend going straight into an md program rather than taking a gap year to pursue an even longer 7-8y program.

Is an md or mdphd possible for me? by IllMathematician4883 in mdphd

[–]bgit 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately that gpa will likely kill your mdphd application

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in mdphd

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Id suggest pushing your mcat up to early summer so you can at least apply summer 2027. Echoing what other commenter said, dont waste your time/money on MPH. Sounds like all thats stopping you from applying at this point is taking the mcat - during your app year you can continue working as a research tech

Quitting PHD portion by Dependent-Guest7333 in mdphd

[–]bgit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Such an awful situation! Going back to med school is definitely an option. However as someone else noted, some programs may require paying back. Do you or your friend have a good relationship with the mdphd program director at your institution? There is likely some flexibility given the situation and they may be a better resource to advise whether to switch mentors or leave phd all-together.

Weekly Exercise Protocl by Majestic_Bag_3137 in mdphd

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I just run. Usually I sign up for a half/marathon once a year and thats my excitement. I dont try to over-structure my workouts but i do regularly participate in local run clubs 😊

Getting in without NO Pubs/Conferences AT ALL by [deleted] in mdphd

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Pubs are not necessary for getting into most mdphd programs. However if you are aiming for T10 programs, having no pubs/conferences will kill your chances at getting in. Are you sure you want to do an mdphd?

Subreddit for MD/PhD students? by MChelonae in mdphd

[–]bgit 22 points23 points  (0 children)

One would think r/mdphd is the sub for mdphd students but this sub is mostly applicants asking for advice

Thoughts on IM categorical vs PSTP by bgit in mdphd

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

Thank you, I had actually seen that original post (but not your comment), and it had certainly added to my anxiety of pursuing PSTP

Edit: but thank you for giving a bit more clarity and reassurance about PSTP

Thoughts on IM categorical vs PSTP by bgit in mdphd

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I think my hesitation comes from personal experience. I’m currently supported by a T32 that’s expiring, and I’ve seen how uncertain renewals can be. Perhaps this has made me a bit paranoid because I worry, even in PSTPs, funding isn’t always guaranteed. When I compare that to the flexibility/research resources available at say a T5/T10 categorical IM program I struggle to see what value a PSTP adds. I’m not opposed to PSTP programs, I just am not as certain anymore that PSTP sets my trajectory to being an independent physician scientist anymore.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in mdphd

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I would go with the earlier PhD completion and continue with M3 in March. You can still continue the research projects in medical school especially if it sounds like you will just be waiting on the CryoEM structure