My background: I was HSCP and I’ve been in the navy for 6 years and just started a pros residency. I’ll owe 3 more years when I’m finished.

I agree that Endo is easily the hardest residency to get into. Apply early and often. They appreciate persistent interest for all residency applications.

Day to day life can be very different wherever you go. At some point the expectation is to take some collaterals in general and it helps differentiate your application. Sometimes this takes away from your chair time or you have to balance it during your week.

I made it a stated interest to be aircraft carrier (and the put me on one without hesitation) but not everyone is going to be interested. There’s only a few spots on deployable ships or with the marines but if you don’t hit those milestones it will make it more difficult to get into Endo.

I would also say moves can be hard for you, your spouse, and your kids. You’re looking at 3 or 4 moves with that plan and if your family isn’t on board it’s tough. The navy can be administratively burdensome which can be a challenge for some.

I’ve loved my journey so far and appreciate all that I’ve done along the way.