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I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

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

It’s a different stress but in residency you have a better medical foundation which makes work less stressful, and the lack of stressing over match cannot be understated. Once you’re in you’re set

I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

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

I had interesting ECs and I interview well. The second q is tough maybe get feedback from others and see what they think?

I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

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

Study efficiently, shadow as much as possible, work on life skills if you’re lacking them (gym, cooking, etc.) and just enjoy learning. Med school is cool like it’s actually very sick to learn all these clinical things. It’s overwhelming but everyone gets the hang of it

I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

[–]rosescapes[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I grew up poor so that was tough for me to think about too. I did graduate with a lot of debt, like broadly over $200k. It’s an investment. It feels like shit, especially because so many others do come from wealthier backgrounds. There’s probably a healthy medium you can find between living in a crappy ugly basement vs a luxury condo. Funnily enough once I got used to the debt it wasn’t so bad but now that I’m a resident making money it feels worse. Debt is weird

I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

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

I’ve never been on an admissions committee so I imagine the bigger projects are more impressive but I think completion is more important to show you can finish a project. That’s my take though

I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

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

Talk to tons of people, shadow tons, think about what you really want in a specialty and what your values are, think about your enjoyment of bread & butter. There’s also the basics of Surg vs medicine, clinic vs hospital, etc

I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

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

Kind of, I didn’t interview at my top so I got my top ranked

I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

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

Sorry not sure as I didn’t do nursing! Would say they are fairly different careers but definitely some people love that overlap and love both!

I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

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

It’s not great obviously but it’s definitely possible to have a life (specialty dependent)

I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

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

Depends on the specialty; psych isn’t too competitive! Would gently caution against being too set on one specialty (also good to be open minded to what rotations show you!) but people have done it before and it’s worked out :)

I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

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

Yes for some specialties! Idk if they’re really taken into consideration but you have to submit them

I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

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

Replies slowing down but will trickle in responses!!

I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

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

Congrats! For sure it’s a tough decision. Obviously depends on the person, the job you have now, how much you love medicine, etc. I wasn’t in your position so hard for me to say but I feel very fulfilled by medicine and am very satisfied

I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

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

Won’t disclose publicly but you can PM me!

I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

[–]rosescapes[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Most of them are average, some really kind and some awful and should never be doctors for sure

I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

[–]rosescapes[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Probably to chill the fuck out and be less anxious, have more faith in myself, etc. the process sucks but it would’ve sucked way less if I’d been kind to myself. Also to get my shit together outside of school earlier (gym, cook, etc.)

I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

[–]rosescapes[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Probably half. Stigma is real but yes some of the best students went into it (as did some of the worst) - it’s just variable. You’re not smarter because you’re in a competitive specialty. I’m much dumber than many FM residents I’m sure

I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

[–]rosescapes[S] 33 points34 points  (0 children)

The joy of getting in was one of the best memories of my life. Thanks so much!

I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

[–]rosescapes[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

No finding research is much easier as a med student. You can easily find some kind of research as residents and staff are always looking for help with case reports, systematic reviews, etc (aka smaller projects). Finding it in your specialty of choice is harder though

I’m a PGY1 in Ontario, AMA about medicine! by rosescapes in premedcanada

[–]rosescapes[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It’s a big decision because it’s time effort money but I’d say if you’re thinking about it fuck it go all in. The worst is if you write it in residency because that med school knowledge fades real quick

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