monkey_man9000 Posted June 25, 2012 Report Share Posted June 25, 2012 I'm starting my first year of medical school in the fall, and had a question about travelling! My major was biology, and this summer I was supposed to do research with a professor of mine. However, I would much rather go to Europe with my girlfriend!! Before making my decision, I wanted to know if losing this research experience would hinder my chances for residency at all? For example, maybe I would be able to get better research positions later on in medical school if I keep my position this summer? Thanks for your input! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zhivago Posted June 25, 2012 Report Share Posted June 25, 2012 I'm starting my first year of medical school in the fall, and had a question about travelling!My major was biology, and this summer I was supposed to do research with a professor of mine. However, I would much rather go to Europe with my girlfriend!! Before making my decision, I wanted to know if losing this research experience would hinder my chances for residency at all? For example, maybe I would be able to get better research positions later on in medical school if I keep my position this summer? Thanks for your input! Congrats! Where did you get in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lactic Folly Posted June 25, 2012 Report Share Posted June 25, 2012 How much time were you planning to spend in Europe? Could you do some of both this summer? Since you will already be a medical student, I wouldn't think this would have a large influence on your chances of getting a research position after 1st or 2nd year.. unless perhaps you have no prior research experience before medical school. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigM Posted June 25, 2012 Report Share Posted June 25, 2012 All I can tell you is that if I was in your position I would opt for going to Europe. Research is great and for some residencies it is very important. However, from what I have seen, landing research positions as a medical student is more about approaching people and asking for opportunities than doing prior research so your can beat out any competition for getting additional research. Ultimately its up to you. Getting a head start is always a good thing, but with some elbow grease you can probably make up for it later AND enjoy Europe. Keep in mind that time spent with significant others can take a hit during medical school, it can be important to log the time while you can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
future_doc Posted June 25, 2012 Report Share Posted June 25, 2012 monkey, I would travel in a heartbeat. YHou ae not going to have much more time, just one summer left to enjoy, the summer after that, USMLE I. So, enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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