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I applied to internal pretty broadly but really undecided on ranking and feel like I don't know a lot of the programs well. I have a non-medicine partner who is able to move wherever I end up, and we have family pretty scattered across the country, so am pretty open to going to most programs. I'm a UofT student so pretty familiar with the program here, but otherwise don't feel like I have enough info at other places to make a decision. I was hoping people could provide some pros/cons about the programs they know well? This is kinda what I have so far: UofT: Pros: Research, fellowship options, decent service/teaching ratio, night float model R2/R3 Cons: More learners so less opportunities (most go to fellows), variable control over where in the city you'll end up, large program so less interaction/support for PD/staff Queens: Pros: Supportive program, procedural opportunities earlier, good service/teaching ratio, night float model R2/R3 Cons: Less fellowship opportunities, less intense research, small city McMaster: Pros: Supportive program/PD responsive to change, good fellowship options, good research, night float model R2/R3 Cons: Heavier service to teaching ratio, a lot of changes recently Ottawa: Pros: Supportive program/PD, good fellowship options, good research Cons: Heavy on service, no night float model R2/R3 UBC: Pros: Good teaching, good fellowship/research Cons: More learners so less opportunities, no night float model R2/R3, less interaction/support from PD/Staff If anyone has anything to add or change (this is mostly just what I understood from info sessions so could be wrong) or insights into other programs (Calgary, Western, Dal, McGill), would really appreciate it!
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Hey everyone, I'm a current 4th year student who will be applying to both radiology and IM and wanted people's opinion regarding reference letters. For context, I have 1 radiology and 4 IM letters so far. 1. I've read that specific letters are preferred over general ones, but in my case I'll be using my IM letters for both radiology and IM. Should I ask my IM referees to write a general letter or a specific letter for IM? 2. How preferable is it to submit a letter that's specific for IM to radiology? Since it's hard to get strong radiology letters on electives, I hear it's quite common that applicants use letters from other specialties. 3. Does general vs. specific letters differ significantly, if I ask my referee to comment on the same skills and qualities? Thank you! -
Hey guys, I’m an Université de Montréal medical student and I have my mind set on internal medicine. I always heard it was fairly uncompetitive due to the large number of spots/programs, but apparently for the last couple of years it’s been really hard to get into. This is really disappointing since I didn’t really want to apply to FM (just all out IM -broadly). I was wondering if you guys know 1. If it’s still an option to only apply IM and be pretty safe in terms of Carms. 2. How to become competitive? Particularly research, which isn’t an area I’m really experienced in. Would a lot of research really help secure a spot? Are extracurriculars really important? Or do they just want good clinical grades/Letters? 3. Is Quebec different? I’m bilingual but have a preference for staying in Quebec or Ottawa/Moncton because of the French opportunities there. I would apply to both French and English across the country though to increase my chances. Savez-vous si les programmes de médecine interne au Québec recherchent des étudiants ayant fait beaucoup de recherche?
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Hey guys, I’m an Université de Montréal medical student and I have my mind set on internal medicine. I always heard it was fairly uncompetitive due to the large number of spots/programs, but apparently for the last couple of years it’s been really hard to get into. This is really disappointing since I didn’t really want to apply to FM (just all out IM -broadly). I was wondering if you guys know 1. If it’s still an option to only apply IM and be pretty safe in terms of Carms. 2. How to become competitive? Particularly research, which isn’t an area I’m really experienced in. Would a lot of research really help secure a spot? Are extracurriculars really important? Or do they just want good clinical grades/Letters? 3. Is Quebec different? I’m bilingual but have a preference for staying in Quebec or Ottawa/Moncton because of the French opportunities there. I would apply to both French and English across the country though to increase my chances. Savez-vous si les programmes de médecine interne au Québec recherchent des étudiants ayant fait beaucoup de recherche? Quote
