VSAS / ERAS / Residency-Miscellaneous:
Advice on Applying to Residency Programs –
From 2011-2012 the OSR collected hundreds of responses from matched medical school seniors regarding their thoughts on the residency application process, common pitfalls, helpful tips for the interview trail, away rotations, and much more. This data was then compiled into a single document for distribution to undergraduate medical students across the nation. Although this information is mostly pertinent to third and fourth year students, everyone may find utility from the information enclosed. The PDF is attached below.
From 2011-2012 the OSR collected hundreds of responses from matched medical school seniors regarding their thoughts on the residency application process, common pitfalls, helpful tips for the interview trail, away rotations, and much more. This data was then compiled into a single document for distribution to undergraduate medical students across the nation. Although this information is mostly pertinent to third and fourth year students, everyone may find utility from the information enclosed. The PDF is attached below.
OSR Advice on Applying to Residency Programs 2012.pdf | |
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2012 Residency Stipend and Benefits Document –
In a memorandum to the AAMC, Dr. Kirch shares the most recent data on resident compensation for the 2012 fiscal year. Also included are tables showing the historical resident compensation values and their change over time.
2012 Residency Stipend and Benefits Document –
In a memorandum to the AAMC, Dr. Kirch shares the most recent data on resident compensation for the 2012 fiscal year. Also included are tables showing the historical resident compensation values and their change over time.
2012_resident_stipends.pdf | |
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Housing for Away Rotations –
Interested in an away rotation but don't have a place to stay? Well you can take solace knowing that you're not the first one in this position. Beginning in 2012, the AAMC and VSAS officially recommend www.RotatingRoom.com as your source for housing searches.
Housing for Away Rotations –
Interested in an away rotation but don't have a place to stay? Well you can take solace knowing that you're not the first one in this position. Beginning in 2012, the AAMC and VSAS officially recommend www.RotatingRoom.com as your source for housing searches.
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VSAS:
The "VSAS Student Handbook" is an invaluable tool that provides detailed step-by-step instructions for using VSAS and entering information into the system. It is a concise must-read for every applying medical student senior. Now updated for 2013!
Attached below is a PDF document of the "VSAS Updates" powerpoint presentation given at the 2012 Spring OSR Conference. It provides a statistical overview of the 2011 application cycle, as well as a breakdown of the many changes coming to VSAS for the 2012 cycle.
Residency Program Requirements Around Passage of USMLE Step 2CK and Step 2CS – (9/12/12)
With the arrival of every new residency application season comes a new host of questions and speculation regarding the requirements of residency directors. Obviously every applicant wishes to present themselves in the best light possible, so sifting through the volumes of information out there can be approaching impossible. Perennially, one of the most-discussed topics is when/if a student should sit for Step 2 either prior to interviewing, or prior to program ROL (rank order list) submission dates. In light of this uncertainty, the ERAS subcommittee of the AAMC sought to address the concerns of USMGs via a survey administered to "3793 ERAS-participating residency programs in 45 residency specialties on July 9, 2012." 1263 'core specialties' responded to the survey for a response rate of about 40%. From here the core specialties were objectively divided into three groups based on the average number of applications per residency position: "less competitive, medium competitive, and most competitive." The survey responses produced interesting results. In response to the question, "Do you require USMG applicants to pass USMLE Step 2CK before granting an interview?", the general trend demonstrated that as specialty competitiveness increased, the percentage of programs requiring a passing score prior to interview decreased. In response to the question, "Do you require USMG applicants to pass USMLE Step 2CK before placement on your ROL?", the trend broadly mirrored the responses to the first question although the baseline "yes" percentage was considerably higher across all specialties. Significant variability was present between specialties within the 'medium competitive' category. Click on the link below for the full publication containing graphic breakdowns and more detailed analysis.
With the arrival of every new residency application season comes a new host of questions and speculation regarding the requirements of residency directors. Obviously every applicant wishes to present themselves in the best light possible, so sifting through the volumes of information out there can be approaching impossible. Perennially, one of the most-discussed topics is when/if a student should sit for Step 2 either prior to interviewing, or prior to program ROL (rank order list) submission dates. In light of this uncertainty, the ERAS subcommittee of the AAMC sought to address the concerns of USMGs via a survey administered to "3793 ERAS-participating residency programs in 45 residency specialties on July 9, 2012." 1263 'core specialties' responded to the survey for a response rate of about 40%. From here the core specialties were objectively divided into three groups based on the average number of applications per residency position: "less competitive, medium competitive, and most competitive." The survey responses produced interesting results. In response to the question, "Do you require USMG applicants to pass USMLE Step 2CK before granting an interview?", the general trend demonstrated that as specialty competitiveness increased, the percentage of programs requiring a passing score prior to interview decreased. In response to the question, "Do you require USMG applicants to pass USMLE Step 2CK before placement on your ROL?", the trend broadly mirrored the responses to the first question although the baseline "yes" percentage was considerably higher across all specialties. Significant variability was present between specialties within the 'medium competitive' category. Click on the link below for the full publication containing graphic breakdowns and more detailed analysis.
Program Requirements Around Passage of USMLE Step 2CK and USMLE Step 2CS.pdf | |
File Size: | 160 kb |
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