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Residency South of the Border
Dr Namta Gupta CCFP FCFPMay 19 2010
Overview
The QC Decregravet Visa options
McGill in the US Residency position types
US Matches ERASNRMP SF MatchAUA
The QC Decregravet
Document released annually setting number of positions available in each discipline within QC
Decided by the Ministegravere de la Santeacute et des Affaires Sociale
Input from Post Grad Deans Various Colleges and Federations
The Qc Decregravet
Aims to meet the Health needs of the population
Decregravet is released the four Postgraduate Deans decide how the positions will be divided amongst faculties
Certain criteria have to be followed Formulas have been established
The QC Decregravet
The Qc Decregravet
Want to go elsewhere in Canada Has NO bearing on you whatsoever
Want to go to the US (as an American)
ndash Has NO bearing on you whatsoever
Want to go to the US (as a Foreigner)
raquo Has NO bearing on you whatsoever
Want to go to the US (as a Canadian)
raquoHerersquos where it gets complicatedhellip
The QC Decregravet
The Qc Decregravet
Visa Options H-1B VS J-1
US Residencies for Non-Americans
H-1BPros
Easy to convert to a permanent status in US Does not require home country support
Cons Requires residency program sponsorship
ndash Many programs unwilling to take this responsibility
Requires USMLE Step 3ndash Canrsquot write this until after grad therefore residency
start date is delayed to around Septndash Many programs unwilling to wait
The Qc Decregravet
Visa Options H-1B vs J-1
J-1
Pros The ldquostandard visa accepted by all US
institutions Easily obtained prior to residency start date
Cons Has a 2-year home country requirement
before you can receive permanent status in US
Requires a Statement of Need from Health Canada (or your home country)ndash Subject to provincial manpower regulations
The Qc Decregravet
For QuebecersThe Decregravet determines whether or not you will
be able to get a Statement of Need
States which disciplines are ldquopriority recruitmentrdquo for that match year
Only issued mid 4th year after application and interview season are well underway
Statement of Need only available for ldquopriority recruitmentrdquo disciplines
Trending toward greater restriction
The Qc Decregravet
Match 2010Priority Recruitment Disciplines
Meacutedecine familiale 1048707 Meacutedecine interne 1048707 Chirurgie geacuteneacuterale 1048707 Chirurgie orthopeacutedique 1048707 Heacutematologie 1048707 Oncologie meacutedicale 1048707 Peacutediatrie geacuteneacuterale 1048707 Anatomo-pathologie 1048707 Anestheacutesiologie 1048707 Psychiatrie (incluant peacutedopsychiatrie) 1048707 Radiologie diagnostique 1048707 Radio-oncologie 1048707 Obsteacutetrique-gyneacutecologie
The Qc Decregravet
Other Canadians
For a Statement of Need you are subject to the provincial manpower
regulations of your home province
In general less restrictive than QC
For information on your discipline of interest and
a Statement of Need contact Health Canada
Judith_Lewishc-scgcca
The QC Decregravet
Internationalshellip
For a Statement of Need You need to apply to the
Health Ministry in your
home country (last place of legal residence)
The Qc Decregravet
Things to considerhellip
Reciprocity of TrainingVerify ACGME accreditation for programs of interest
httpwwwacgmeorgadspublicVerify length of training for equivalency purposes
ie Internal Medicine is 3 years in the US and 4 years in Canada
More information is available from Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of
Canada httprcpscmedicalorg
Collegravege des Meacutedecins du Queacutebec (for QC Residents) wwwcmqorg
Other provincial boardsThe Qc Decregravet
McGill students consistently match to a variety of competitive programs in the US
McGill students are equivalent to ldquoUS Seniorsrdquo
McGill is an accredited member of the LCME
McGill in the US
McGill in the US Class 2010
Massachusetts General Hospital
Internal MedicineVanderbilt University Medical Center
Internal MedicineUniversity of Illinois (Chicago)
Medicine and PediatricsWeill Cornell Medical Center
Pediatrics
McGill in the US Previous years
Sinai Hospital (Maryland)ObsGyn
Yale UniversityAnesthesiaDiagnostic Radiology
New England Med CentreDiagnostic Radiology
Rush UniversityInternal Medicine
University of WisconsinFamily Medicine
EinsteinJacobi Medical CentrePeds
UC San DiegoPeds
University of VermontPeds
Emory UniversityPsych
Georgetown UniversityInternal Medicine
NY Eye amp Ear InfirmaryENT
AMONG OTHERShellip
Residency Position Types
Categorical PositionIncludes all necessary years of training to be certified in the US in that specialty
Advanced PositionBegins only after the first year of residency training (also called ldquoPGY-2rdquo)Requires completion of a preliminary (ldquoPGY-1rdquo) or transitional yearProgram will train you for that specialty once you are admitted
Preliminary Position Must be completed before you start training in an advanced specialtyUsually surgery or internal medicine Always find out what your advanced position
requires
Transitional Year PositionA preliminary position in which you rotate through different departments much like core clerkship
PGY-1 Residency Positions
Be Carefulhellip
Do not take your prelimtransitional year for granted
If you match to a PGY-2 you are not automatically given a preliminary year
You must apply and interview for your PGY-1 separately
You will have to interview at several programs as you would for any other residency position
US Matches
FREIDADatabase of all US residency programsSearchable by discipline andor location
wwwama-assnorgamapubcategory2997html
ERASNRMPMost US residencies
SAN FRANCISCO MATCHChild Neurology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology amp Plastic Surgery
AUA Urology Match
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
Overview
The QC Decregravet Visa options
McGill in the US Residency position types
US Matches ERASNRMP SF MatchAUA
The QC Decregravet
Document released annually setting number of positions available in each discipline within QC
Decided by the Ministegravere de la Santeacute et des Affaires Sociale
Input from Post Grad Deans Various Colleges and Federations
The Qc Decregravet
Aims to meet the Health needs of the population
Decregravet is released the four Postgraduate Deans decide how the positions will be divided amongst faculties
Certain criteria have to be followed Formulas have been established
The QC Decregravet
The Qc Decregravet
Want to go elsewhere in Canada Has NO bearing on you whatsoever
Want to go to the US (as an American)
ndash Has NO bearing on you whatsoever
Want to go to the US (as a Foreigner)
raquo Has NO bearing on you whatsoever
Want to go to the US (as a Canadian)
raquoHerersquos where it gets complicatedhellip
The QC Decregravet
The Qc Decregravet
Visa Options H-1B VS J-1
US Residencies for Non-Americans
H-1BPros
Easy to convert to a permanent status in US Does not require home country support
Cons Requires residency program sponsorship
ndash Many programs unwilling to take this responsibility
Requires USMLE Step 3ndash Canrsquot write this until after grad therefore residency
start date is delayed to around Septndash Many programs unwilling to wait
The Qc Decregravet
Visa Options H-1B vs J-1
J-1
Pros The ldquostandard visa accepted by all US
institutions Easily obtained prior to residency start date
Cons Has a 2-year home country requirement
before you can receive permanent status in US
Requires a Statement of Need from Health Canada (or your home country)ndash Subject to provincial manpower regulations
The Qc Decregravet
For QuebecersThe Decregravet determines whether or not you will
be able to get a Statement of Need
States which disciplines are ldquopriority recruitmentrdquo for that match year
Only issued mid 4th year after application and interview season are well underway
Statement of Need only available for ldquopriority recruitmentrdquo disciplines
Trending toward greater restriction
The Qc Decregravet
Match 2010Priority Recruitment Disciplines
Meacutedecine familiale 1048707 Meacutedecine interne 1048707 Chirurgie geacuteneacuterale 1048707 Chirurgie orthopeacutedique 1048707 Heacutematologie 1048707 Oncologie meacutedicale 1048707 Peacutediatrie geacuteneacuterale 1048707 Anatomo-pathologie 1048707 Anestheacutesiologie 1048707 Psychiatrie (incluant peacutedopsychiatrie) 1048707 Radiologie diagnostique 1048707 Radio-oncologie 1048707 Obsteacutetrique-gyneacutecologie
The Qc Decregravet
Other Canadians
For a Statement of Need you are subject to the provincial manpower
regulations of your home province
In general less restrictive than QC
For information on your discipline of interest and
a Statement of Need contact Health Canada
Judith_Lewishc-scgcca
The QC Decregravet
Internationalshellip
For a Statement of Need You need to apply to the
Health Ministry in your
home country (last place of legal residence)
The Qc Decregravet
Things to considerhellip
Reciprocity of TrainingVerify ACGME accreditation for programs of interest
httpwwwacgmeorgadspublicVerify length of training for equivalency purposes
ie Internal Medicine is 3 years in the US and 4 years in Canada
More information is available from Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of
Canada httprcpscmedicalorg
Collegravege des Meacutedecins du Queacutebec (for QC Residents) wwwcmqorg
Other provincial boardsThe Qc Decregravet
McGill students consistently match to a variety of competitive programs in the US
McGill students are equivalent to ldquoUS Seniorsrdquo
McGill is an accredited member of the LCME
McGill in the US
McGill in the US Class 2010
Massachusetts General Hospital
Internal MedicineVanderbilt University Medical Center
Internal MedicineUniversity of Illinois (Chicago)
Medicine and PediatricsWeill Cornell Medical Center
Pediatrics
McGill in the US Previous years
Sinai Hospital (Maryland)ObsGyn
Yale UniversityAnesthesiaDiagnostic Radiology
New England Med CentreDiagnostic Radiology
Rush UniversityInternal Medicine
University of WisconsinFamily Medicine
EinsteinJacobi Medical CentrePeds
UC San DiegoPeds
University of VermontPeds
Emory UniversityPsych
Georgetown UniversityInternal Medicine
NY Eye amp Ear InfirmaryENT
AMONG OTHERShellip
Residency Position Types
Categorical PositionIncludes all necessary years of training to be certified in the US in that specialty
Advanced PositionBegins only after the first year of residency training (also called ldquoPGY-2rdquo)Requires completion of a preliminary (ldquoPGY-1rdquo) or transitional yearProgram will train you for that specialty once you are admitted
Preliminary Position Must be completed before you start training in an advanced specialtyUsually surgery or internal medicine Always find out what your advanced position
requires
Transitional Year PositionA preliminary position in which you rotate through different departments much like core clerkship
PGY-1 Residency Positions
Be Carefulhellip
Do not take your prelimtransitional year for granted
If you match to a PGY-2 you are not automatically given a preliminary year
You must apply and interview for your PGY-1 separately
You will have to interview at several programs as you would for any other residency position
US Matches
FREIDADatabase of all US residency programsSearchable by discipline andor location
wwwama-assnorgamapubcategory2997html
ERASNRMPMost US residencies
SAN FRANCISCO MATCHChild Neurology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology amp Plastic Surgery
AUA Urology Match
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
The QC Decregravet
Document released annually setting number of positions available in each discipline within QC
Decided by the Ministegravere de la Santeacute et des Affaires Sociale
Input from Post Grad Deans Various Colleges and Federations
The Qc Decregravet
Aims to meet the Health needs of the population
Decregravet is released the four Postgraduate Deans decide how the positions will be divided amongst faculties
Certain criteria have to be followed Formulas have been established
The QC Decregravet
The Qc Decregravet
Want to go elsewhere in Canada Has NO bearing on you whatsoever
Want to go to the US (as an American)
ndash Has NO bearing on you whatsoever
Want to go to the US (as a Foreigner)
raquo Has NO bearing on you whatsoever
Want to go to the US (as a Canadian)
raquoHerersquos where it gets complicatedhellip
The QC Decregravet
The Qc Decregravet
Visa Options H-1B VS J-1
US Residencies for Non-Americans
H-1BPros
Easy to convert to a permanent status in US Does not require home country support
Cons Requires residency program sponsorship
ndash Many programs unwilling to take this responsibility
Requires USMLE Step 3ndash Canrsquot write this until after grad therefore residency
start date is delayed to around Septndash Many programs unwilling to wait
The Qc Decregravet
Visa Options H-1B vs J-1
J-1
Pros The ldquostandard visa accepted by all US
institutions Easily obtained prior to residency start date
Cons Has a 2-year home country requirement
before you can receive permanent status in US
Requires a Statement of Need from Health Canada (or your home country)ndash Subject to provincial manpower regulations
The Qc Decregravet
For QuebecersThe Decregravet determines whether or not you will
be able to get a Statement of Need
States which disciplines are ldquopriority recruitmentrdquo for that match year
Only issued mid 4th year after application and interview season are well underway
Statement of Need only available for ldquopriority recruitmentrdquo disciplines
Trending toward greater restriction
The Qc Decregravet
Match 2010Priority Recruitment Disciplines
Meacutedecine familiale 1048707 Meacutedecine interne 1048707 Chirurgie geacuteneacuterale 1048707 Chirurgie orthopeacutedique 1048707 Heacutematologie 1048707 Oncologie meacutedicale 1048707 Peacutediatrie geacuteneacuterale 1048707 Anatomo-pathologie 1048707 Anestheacutesiologie 1048707 Psychiatrie (incluant peacutedopsychiatrie) 1048707 Radiologie diagnostique 1048707 Radio-oncologie 1048707 Obsteacutetrique-gyneacutecologie
The Qc Decregravet
Other Canadians
For a Statement of Need you are subject to the provincial manpower
regulations of your home province
In general less restrictive than QC
For information on your discipline of interest and
a Statement of Need contact Health Canada
Judith_Lewishc-scgcca
The QC Decregravet
Internationalshellip
For a Statement of Need You need to apply to the
Health Ministry in your
home country (last place of legal residence)
The Qc Decregravet
Things to considerhellip
Reciprocity of TrainingVerify ACGME accreditation for programs of interest
httpwwwacgmeorgadspublicVerify length of training for equivalency purposes
ie Internal Medicine is 3 years in the US and 4 years in Canada
More information is available from Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of
Canada httprcpscmedicalorg
Collegravege des Meacutedecins du Queacutebec (for QC Residents) wwwcmqorg
Other provincial boardsThe Qc Decregravet
McGill students consistently match to a variety of competitive programs in the US
McGill students are equivalent to ldquoUS Seniorsrdquo
McGill is an accredited member of the LCME
McGill in the US
McGill in the US Class 2010
Massachusetts General Hospital
Internal MedicineVanderbilt University Medical Center
Internal MedicineUniversity of Illinois (Chicago)
Medicine and PediatricsWeill Cornell Medical Center
Pediatrics
McGill in the US Previous years
Sinai Hospital (Maryland)ObsGyn
Yale UniversityAnesthesiaDiagnostic Radiology
New England Med CentreDiagnostic Radiology
Rush UniversityInternal Medicine
University of WisconsinFamily Medicine
EinsteinJacobi Medical CentrePeds
UC San DiegoPeds
University of VermontPeds
Emory UniversityPsych
Georgetown UniversityInternal Medicine
NY Eye amp Ear InfirmaryENT
AMONG OTHERShellip
Residency Position Types
Categorical PositionIncludes all necessary years of training to be certified in the US in that specialty
Advanced PositionBegins only after the first year of residency training (also called ldquoPGY-2rdquo)Requires completion of a preliminary (ldquoPGY-1rdquo) or transitional yearProgram will train you for that specialty once you are admitted
Preliminary Position Must be completed before you start training in an advanced specialtyUsually surgery or internal medicine Always find out what your advanced position
requires
Transitional Year PositionA preliminary position in which you rotate through different departments much like core clerkship
PGY-1 Residency Positions
Be Carefulhellip
Do not take your prelimtransitional year for granted
If you match to a PGY-2 you are not automatically given a preliminary year
You must apply and interview for your PGY-1 separately
You will have to interview at several programs as you would for any other residency position
US Matches
FREIDADatabase of all US residency programsSearchable by discipline andor location
wwwama-assnorgamapubcategory2997html
ERASNRMPMost US residencies
SAN FRANCISCO MATCHChild Neurology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology amp Plastic Surgery
AUA Urology Match
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
Aims to meet the Health needs of the population
Decregravet is released the four Postgraduate Deans decide how the positions will be divided amongst faculties
Certain criteria have to be followed Formulas have been established
The QC Decregravet
The Qc Decregravet
Want to go elsewhere in Canada Has NO bearing on you whatsoever
Want to go to the US (as an American)
ndash Has NO bearing on you whatsoever
Want to go to the US (as a Foreigner)
raquo Has NO bearing on you whatsoever
Want to go to the US (as a Canadian)
raquoHerersquos where it gets complicatedhellip
The QC Decregravet
The Qc Decregravet
Visa Options H-1B VS J-1
US Residencies for Non-Americans
H-1BPros
Easy to convert to a permanent status in US Does not require home country support
Cons Requires residency program sponsorship
ndash Many programs unwilling to take this responsibility
Requires USMLE Step 3ndash Canrsquot write this until after grad therefore residency
start date is delayed to around Septndash Many programs unwilling to wait
The Qc Decregravet
Visa Options H-1B vs J-1
J-1
Pros The ldquostandard visa accepted by all US
institutions Easily obtained prior to residency start date
Cons Has a 2-year home country requirement
before you can receive permanent status in US
Requires a Statement of Need from Health Canada (or your home country)ndash Subject to provincial manpower regulations
The Qc Decregravet
For QuebecersThe Decregravet determines whether or not you will
be able to get a Statement of Need
States which disciplines are ldquopriority recruitmentrdquo for that match year
Only issued mid 4th year after application and interview season are well underway
Statement of Need only available for ldquopriority recruitmentrdquo disciplines
Trending toward greater restriction
The Qc Decregravet
Match 2010Priority Recruitment Disciplines
Meacutedecine familiale 1048707 Meacutedecine interne 1048707 Chirurgie geacuteneacuterale 1048707 Chirurgie orthopeacutedique 1048707 Heacutematologie 1048707 Oncologie meacutedicale 1048707 Peacutediatrie geacuteneacuterale 1048707 Anatomo-pathologie 1048707 Anestheacutesiologie 1048707 Psychiatrie (incluant peacutedopsychiatrie) 1048707 Radiologie diagnostique 1048707 Radio-oncologie 1048707 Obsteacutetrique-gyneacutecologie
The Qc Decregravet
Other Canadians
For a Statement of Need you are subject to the provincial manpower
regulations of your home province
In general less restrictive than QC
For information on your discipline of interest and
a Statement of Need contact Health Canada
Judith_Lewishc-scgcca
The QC Decregravet
Internationalshellip
For a Statement of Need You need to apply to the
Health Ministry in your
home country (last place of legal residence)
The Qc Decregravet
Things to considerhellip
Reciprocity of TrainingVerify ACGME accreditation for programs of interest
httpwwwacgmeorgadspublicVerify length of training for equivalency purposes
ie Internal Medicine is 3 years in the US and 4 years in Canada
More information is available from Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of
Canada httprcpscmedicalorg
Collegravege des Meacutedecins du Queacutebec (for QC Residents) wwwcmqorg
Other provincial boardsThe Qc Decregravet
McGill students consistently match to a variety of competitive programs in the US
McGill students are equivalent to ldquoUS Seniorsrdquo
McGill is an accredited member of the LCME
McGill in the US
McGill in the US Class 2010
Massachusetts General Hospital
Internal MedicineVanderbilt University Medical Center
Internal MedicineUniversity of Illinois (Chicago)
Medicine and PediatricsWeill Cornell Medical Center
Pediatrics
McGill in the US Previous years
Sinai Hospital (Maryland)ObsGyn
Yale UniversityAnesthesiaDiagnostic Radiology
New England Med CentreDiagnostic Radiology
Rush UniversityInternal Medicine
University of WisconsinFamily Medicine
EinsteinJacobi Medical CentrePeds
UC San DiegoPeds
University of VermontPeds
Emory UniversityPsych
Georgetown UniversityInternal Medicine
NY Eye amp Ear InfirmaryENT
AMONG OTHERShellip
Residency Position Types
Categorical PositionIncludes all necessary years of training to be certified in the US in that specialty
Advanced PositionBegins only after the first year of residency training (also called ldquoPGY-2rdquo)Requires completion of a preliminary (ldquoPGY-1rdquo) or transitional yearProgram will train you for that specialty once you are admitted
Preliminary Position Must be completed before you start training in an advanced specialtyUsually surgery or internal medicine Always find out what your advanced position
requires
Transitional Year PositionA preliminary position in which you rotate through different departments much like core clerkship
PGY-1 Residency Positions
Be Carefulhellip
Do not take your prelimtransitional year for granted
If you match to a PGY-2 you are not automatically given a preliminary year
You must apply and interview for your PGY-1 separately
You will have to interview at several programs as you would for any other residency position
US Matches
FREIDADatabase of all US residency programsSearchable by discipline andor location
wwwama-assnorgamapubcategory2997html
ERASNRMPMost US residencies
SAN FRANCISCO MATCHChild Neurology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology amp Plastic Surgery
AUA Urology Match
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
Want to go elsewhere in Canada Has NO bearing on you whatsoever
Want to go to the US (as an American)
ndash Has NO bearing on you whatsoever
Want to go to the US (as a Foreigner)
raquo Has NO bearing on you whatsoever
Want to go to the US (as a Canadian)
raquoHerersquos where it gets complicatedhellip
The QC Decregravet
The Qc Decregravet
Visa Options H-1B VS J-1
US Residencies for Non-Americans
H-1BPros
Easy to convert to a permanent status in US Does not require home country support
Cons Requires residency program sponsorship
ndash Many programs unwilling to take this responsibility
Requires USMLE Step 3ndash Canrsquot write this until after grad therefore residency
start date is delayed to around Septndash Many programs unwilling to wait
The Qc Decregravet
Visa Options H-1B vs J-1
J-1
Pros The ldquostandard visa accepted by all US
institutions Easily obtained prior to residency start date
Cons Has a 2-year home country requirement
before you can receive permanent status in US
Requires a Statement of Need from Health Canada (or your home country)ndash Subject to provincial manpower regulations
The Qc Decregravet
For QuebecersThe Decregravet determines whether or not you will
be able to get a Statement of Need
States which disciplines are ldquopriority recruitmentrdquo for that match year
Only issued mid 4th year after application and interview season are well underway
Statement of Need only available for ldquopriority recruitmentrdquo disciplines
Trending toward greater restriction
The Qc Decregravet
Match 2010Priority Recruitment Disciplines
Meacutedecine familiale 1048707 Meacutedecine interne 1048707 Chirurgie geacuteneacuterale 1048707 Chirurgie orthopeacutedique 1048707 Heacutematologie 1048707 Oncologie meacutedicale 1048707 Peacutediatrie geacuteneacuterale 1048707 Anatomo-pathologie 1048707 Anestheacutesiologie 1048707 Psychiatrie (incluant peacutedopsychiatrie) 1048707 Radiologie diagnostique 1048707 Radio-oncologie 1048707 Obsteacutetrique-gyneacutecologie
The Qc Decregravet
Other Canadians
For a Statement of Need you are subject to the provincial manpower
regulations of your home province
In general less restrictive than QC
For information on your discipline of interest and
a Statement of Need contact Health Canada
Judith_Lewishc-scgcca
The QC Decregravet
Internationalshellip
For a Statement of Need You need to apply to the
Health Ministry in your
home country (last place of legal residence)
The Qc Decregravet
Things to considerhellip
Reciprocity of TrainingVerify ACGME accreditation for programs of interest
httpwwwacgmeorgadspublicVerify length of training for equivalency purposes
ie Internal Medicine is 3 years in the US and 4 years in Canada
More information is available from Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of
Canada httprcpscmedicalorg
Collegravege des Meacutedecins du Queacutebec (for QC Residents) wwwcmqorg
Other provincial boardsThe Qc Decregravet
McGill students consistently match to a variety of competitive programs in the US
McGill students are equivalent to ldquoUS Seniorsrdquo
McGill is an accredited member of the LCME
McGill in the US
McGill in the US Class 2010
Massachusetts General Hospital
Internal MedicineVanderbilt University Medical Center
Internal MedicineUniversity of Illinois (Chicago)
Medicine and PediatricsWeill Cornell Medical Center
Pediatrics
McGill in the US Previous years
Sinai Hospital (Maryland)ObsGyn
Yale UniversityAnesthesiaDiagnostic Radiology
New England Med CentreDiagnostic Radiology
Rush UniversityInternal Medicine
University of WisconsinFamily Medicine
EinsteinJacobi Medical CentrePeds
UC San DiegoPeds
University of VermontPeds
Emory UniversityPsych
Georgetown UniversityInternal Medicine
NY Eye amp Ear InfirmaryENT
AMONG OTHERShellip
Residency Position Types
Categorical PositionIncludes all necessary years of training to be certified in the US in that specialty
Advanced PositionBegins only after the first year of residency training (also called ldquoPGY-2rdquo)Requires completion of a preliminary (ldquoPGY-1rdquo) or transitional yearProgram will train you for that specialty once you are admitted
Preliminary Position Must be completed before you start training in an advanced specialtyUsually surgery or internal medicine Always find out what your advanced position
requires
Transitional Year PositionA preliminary position in which you rotate through different departments much like core clerkship
PGY-1 Residency Positions
Be Carefulhellip
Do not take your prelimtransitional year for granted
If you match to a PGY-2 you are not automatically given a preliminary year
You must apply and interview for your PGY-1 separately
You will have to interview at several programs as you would for any other residency position
US Matches
FREIDADatabase of all US residency programsSearchable by discipline andor location
wwwama-assnorgamapubcategory2997html
ERASNRMPMost US residencies
SAN FRANCISCO MATCHChild Neurology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology amp Plastic Surgery
AUA Urology Match
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
Visa Options H-1B VS J-1
US Residencies for Non-Americans
H-1BPros
Easy to convert to a permanent status in US Does not require home country support
Cons Requires residency program sponsorship
ndash Many programs unwilling to take this responsibility
Requires USMLE Step 3ndash Canrsquot write this until after grad therefore residency
start date is delayed to around Septndash Many programs unwilling to wait
The Qc Decregravet
Visa Options H-1B vs J-1
J-1
Pros The ldquostandard visa accepted by all US
institutions Easily obtained prior to residency start date
Cons Has a 2-year home country requirement
before you can receive permanent status in US
Requires a Statement of Need from Health Canada (or your home country)ndash Subject to provincial manpower regulations
The Qc Decregravet
For QuebecersThe Decregravet determines whether or not you will
be able to get a Statement of Need
States which disciplines are ldquopriority recruitmentrdquo for that match year
Only issued mid 4th year after application and interview season are well underway
Statement of Need only available for ldquopriority recruitmentrdquo disciplines
Trending toward greater restriction
The Qc Decregravet
Match 2010Priority Recruitment Disciplines
Meacutedecine familiale 1048707 Meacutedecine interne 1048707 Chirurgie geacuteneacuterale 1048707 Chirurgie orthopeacutedique 1048707 Heacutematologie 1048707 Oncologie meacutedicale 1048707 Peacutediatrie geacuteneacuterale 1048707 Anatomo-pathologie 1048707 Anestheacutesiologie 1048707 Psychiatrie (incluant peacutedopsychiatrie) 1048707 Radiologie diagnostique 1048707 Radio-oncologie 1048707 Obsteacutetrique-gyneacutecologie
The Qc Decregravet
Other Canadians
For a Statement of Need you are subject to the provincial manpower
regulations of your home province
In general less restrictive than QC
For information on your discipline of interest and
a Statement of Need contact Health Canada
Judith_Lewishc-scgcca
The QC Decregravet
Internationalshellip
For a Statement of Need You need to apply to the
Health Ministry in your
home country (last place of legal residence)
The Qc Decregravet
Things to considerhellip
Reciprocity of TrainingVerify ACGME accreditation for programs of interest
httpwwwacgmeorgadspublicVerify length of training for equivalency purposes
ie Internal Medicine is 3 years in the US and 4 years in Canada
More information is available from Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of
Canada httprcpscmedicalorg
Collegravege des Meacutedecins du Queacutebec (for QC Residents) wwwcmqorg
Other provincial boardsThe Qc Decregravet
McGill students consistently match to a variety of competitive programs in the US
McGill students are equivalent to ldquoUS Seniorsrdquo
McGill is an accredited member of the LCME
McGill in the US
McGill in the US Class 2010
Massachusetts General Hospital
Internal MedicineVanderbilt University Medical Center
Internal MedicineUniversity of Illinois (Chicago)
Medicine and PediatricsWeill Cornell Medical Center
Pediatrics
McGill in the US Previous years
Sinai Hospital (Maryland)ObsGyn
Yale UniversityAnesthesiaDiagnostic Radiology
New England Med CentreDiagnostic Radiology
Rush UniversityInternal Medicine
University of WisconsinFamily Medicine
EinsteinJacobi Medical CentrePeds
UC San DiegoPeds
University of VermontPeds
Emory UniversityPsych
Georgetown UniversityInternal Medicine
NY Eye amp Ear InfirmaryENT
AMONG OTHERShellip
Residency Position Types
Categorical PositionIncludes all necessary years of training to be certified in the US in that specialty
Advanced PositionBegins only after the first year of residency training (also called ldquoPGY-2rdquo)Requires completion of a preliminary (ldquoPGY-1rdquo) or transitional yearProgram will train you for that specialty once you are admitted
Preliminary Position Must be completed before you start training in an advanced specialtyUsually surgery or internal medicine Always find out what your advanced position
requires
Transitional Year PositionA preliminary position in which you rotate through different departments much like core clerkship
PGY-1 Residency Positions
Be Carefulhellip
Do not take your prelimtransitional year for granted
If you match to a PGY-2 you are not automatically given a preliminary year
You must apply and interview for your PGY-1 separately
You will have to interview at several programs as you would for any other residency position
US Matches
FREIDADatabase of all US residency programsSearchable by discipline andor location
wwwama-assnorgamapubcategory2997html
ERASNRMPMost US residencies
SAN FRANCISCO MATCHChild Neurology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology amp Plastic Surgery
AUA Urology Match
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
Visa Options H-1B vs J-1
J-1
Pros The ldquostandard visa accepted by all US
institutions Easily obtained prior to residency start date
Cons Has a 2-year home country requirement
before you can receive permanent status in US
Requires a Statement of Need from Health Canada (or your home country)ndash Subject to provincial manpower regulations
The Qc Decregravet
For QuebecersThe Decregravet determines whether or not you will
be able to get a Statement of Need
States which disciplines are ldquopriority recruitmentrdquo for that match year
Only issued mid 4th year after application and interview season are well underway
Statement of Need only available for ldquopriority recruitmentrdquo disciplines
Trending toward greater restriction
The Qc Decregravet
Match 2010Priority Recruitment Disciplines
Meacutedecine familiale 1048707 Meacutedecine interne 1048707 Chirurgie geacuteneacuterale 1048707 Chirurgie orthopeacutedique 1048707 Heacutematologie 1048707 Oncologie meacutedicale 1048707 Peacutediatrie geacuteneacuterale 1048707 Anatomo-pathologie 1048707 Anestheacutesiologie 1048707 Psychiatrie (incluant peacutedopsychiatrie) 1048707 Radiologie diagnostique 1048707 Radio-oncologie 1048707 Obsteacutetrique-gyneacutecologie
The Qc Decregravet
Other Canadians
For a Statement of Need you are subject to the provincial manpower
regulations of your home province
In general less restrictive than QC
For information on your discipline of interest and
a Statement of Need contact Health Canada
Judith_Lewishc-scgcca
The QC Decregravet
Internationalshellip
For a Statement of Need You need to apply to the
Health Ministry in your
home country (last place of legal residence)
The Qc Decregravet
Things to considerhellip
Reciprocity of TrainingVerify ACGME accreditation for programs of interest
httpwwwacgmeorgadspublicVerify length of training for equivalency purposes
ie Internal Medicine is 3 years in the US and 4 years in Canada
More information is available from Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of
Canada httprcpscmedicalorg
Collegravege des Meacutedecins du Queacutebec (for QC Residents) wwwcmqorg
Other provincial boardsThe Qc Decregravet
McGill students consistently match to a variety of competitive programs in the US
McGill students are equivalent to ldquoUS Seniorsrdquo
McGill is an accredited member of the LCME
McGill in the US
McGill in the US Class 2010
Massachusetts General Hospital
Internal MedicineVanderbilt University Medical Center
Internal MedicineUniversity of Illinois (Chicago)
Medicine and PediatricsWeill Cornell Medical Center
Pediatrics
McGill in the US Previous years
Sinai Hospital (Maryland)ObsGyn
Yale UniversityAnesthesiaDiagnostic Radiology
New England Med CentreDiagnostic Radiology
Rush UniversityInternal Medicine
University of WisconsinFamily Medicine
EinsteinJacobi Medical CentrePeds
UC San DiegoPeds
University of VermontPeds
Emory UniversityPsych
Georgetown UniversityInternal Medicine
NY Eye amp Ear InfirmaryENT
AMONG OTHERShellip
Residency Position Types
Categorical PositionIncludes all necessary years of training to be certified in the US in that specialty
Advanced PositionBegins only after the first year of residency training (also called ldquoPGY-2rdquo)Requires completion of a preliminary (ldquoPGY-1rdquo) or transitional yearProgram will train you for that specialty once you are admitted
Preliminary Position Must be completed before you start training in an advanced specialtyUsually surgery or internal medicine Always find out what your advanced position
requires
Transitional Year PositionA preliminary position in which you rotate through different departments much like core clerkship
PGY-1 Residency Positions
Be Carefulhellip
Do not take your prelimtransitional year for granted
If you match to a PGY-2 you are not automatically given a preliminary year
You must apply and interview for your PGY-1 separately
You will have to interview at several programs as you would for any other residency position
US Matches
FREIDADatabase of all US residency programsSearchable by discipline andor location
wwwama-assnorgamapubcategory2997html
ERASNRMPMost US residencies
SAN FRANCISCO MATCHChild Neurology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology amp Plastic Surgery
AUA Urology Match
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
For QuebecersThe Decregravet determines whether or not you will
be able to get a Statement of Need
States which disciplines are ldquopriority recruitmentrdquo for that match year
Only issued mid 4th year after application and interview season are well underway
Statement of Need only available for ldquopriority recruitmentrdquo disciplines
Trending toward greater restriction
The Qc Decregravet
Match 2010Priority Recruitment Disciplines
Meacutedecine familiale 1048707 Meacutedecine interne 1048707 Chirurgie geacuteneacuterale 1048707 Chirurgie orthopeacutedique 1048707 Heacutematologie 1048707 Oncologie meacutedicale 1048707 Peacutediatrie geacuteneacuterale 1048707 Anatomo-pathologie 1048707 Anestheacutesiologie 1048707 Psychiatrie (incluant peacutedopsychiatrie) 1048707 Radiologie diagnostique 1048707 Radio-oncologie 1048707 Obsteacutetrique-gyneacutecologie
The Qc Decregravet
Other Canadians
For a Statement of Need you are subject to the provincial manpower
regulations of your home province
In general less restrictive than QC
For information on your discipline of interest and
a Statement of Need contact Health Canada
Judith_Lewishc-scgcca
The QC Decregravet
Internationalshellip
For a Statement of Need You need to apply to the
Health Ministry in your
home country (last place of legal residence)
The Qc Decregravet
Things to considerhellip
Reciprocity of TrainingVerify ACGME accreditation for programs of interest
httpwwwacgmeorgadspublicVerify length of training for equivalency purposes
ie Internal Medicine is 3 years in the US and 4 years in Canada
More information is available from Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of
Canada httprcpscmedicalorg
Collegravege des Meacutedecins du Queacutebec (for QC Residents) wwwcmqorg
Other provincial boardsThe Qc Decregravet
McGill students consistently match to a variety of competitive programs in the US
McGill students are equivalent to ldquoUS Seniorsrdquo
McGill is an accredited member of the LCME
McGill in the US
McGill in the US Class 2010
Massachusetts General Hospital
Internal MedicineVanderbilt University Medical Center
Internal MedicineUniversity of Illinois (Chicago)
Medicine and PediatricsWeill Cornell Medical Center
Pediatrics
McGill in the US Previous years
Sinai Hospital (Maryland)ObsGyn
Yale UniversityAnesthesiaDiagnostic Radiology
New England Med CentreDiagnostic Radiology
Rush UniversityInternal Medicine
University of WisconsinFamily Medicine
EinsteinJacobi Medical CentrePeds
UC San DiegoPeds
University of VermontPeds
Emory UniversityPsych
Georgetown UniversityInternal Medicine
NY Eye amp Ear InfirmaryENT
AMONG OTHERShellip
Residency Position Types
Categorical PositionIncludes all necessary years of training to be certified in the US in that specialty
Advanced PositionBegins only after the first year of residency training (also called ldquoPGY-2rdquo)Requires completion of a preliminary (ldquoPGY-1rdquo) or transitional yearProgram will train you for that specialty once you are admitted
Preliminary Position Must be completed before you start training in an advanced specialtyUsually surgery or internal medicine Always find out what your advanced position
requires
Transitional Year PositionA preliminary position in which you rotate through different departments much like core clerkship
PGY-1 Residency Positions
Be Carefulhellip
Do not take your prelimtransitional year for granted
If you match to a PGY-2 you are not automatically given a preliminary year
You must apply and interview for your PGY-1 separately
You will have to interview at several programs as you would for any other residency position
US Matches
FREIDADatabase of all US residency programsSearchable by discipline andor location
wwwama-assnorgamapubcategory2997html
ERASNRMPMost US residencies
SAN FRANCISCO MATCHChild Neurology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology amp Plastic Surgery
AUA Urology Match
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
Match 2010Priority Recruitment Disciplines
Meacutedecine familiale 1048707 Meacutedecine interne 1048707 Chirurgie geacuteneacuterale 1048707 Chirurgie orthopeacutedique 1048707 Heacutematologie 1048707 Oncologie meacutedicale 1048707 Peacutediatrie geacuteneacuterale 1048707 Anatomo-pathologie 1048707 Anestheacutesiologie 1048707 Psychiatrie (incluant peacutedopsychiatrie) 1048707 Radiologie diagnostique 1048707 Radio-oncologie 1048707 Obsteacutetrique-gyneacutecologie
The Qc Decregravet
Other Canadians
For a Statement of Need you are subject to the provincial manpower
regulations of your home province
In general less restrictive than QC
For information on your discipline of interest and
a Statement of Need contact Health Canada
Judith_Lewishc-scgcca
The QC Decregravet
Internationalshellip
For a Statement of Need You need to apply to the
Health Ministry in your
home country (last place of legal residence)
The Qc Decregravet
Things to considerhellip
Reciprocity of TrainingVerify ACGME accreditation for programs of interest
httpwwwacgmeorgadspublicVerify length of training for equivalency purposes
ie Internal Medicine is 3 years in the US and 4 years in Canada
More information is available from Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of
Canada httprcpscmedicalorg
Collegravege des Meacutedecins du Queacutebec (for QC Residents) wwwcmqorg
Other provincial boardsThe Qc Decregravet
McGill students consistently match to a variety of competitive programs in the US
McGill students are equivalent to ldquoUS Seniorsrdquo
McGill is an accredited member of the LCME
McGill in the US
McGill in the US Class 2010
Massachusetts General Hospital
Internal MedicineVanderbilt University Medical Center
Internal MedicineUniversity of Illinois (Chicago)
Medicine and PediatricsWeill Cornell Medical Center
Pediatrics
McGill in the US Previous years
Sinai Hospital (Maryland)ObsGyn
Yale UniversityAnesthesiaDiagnostic Radiology
New England Med CentreDiagnostic Radiology
Rush UniversityInternal Medicine
University of WisconsinFamily Medicine
EinsteinJacobi Medical CentrePeds
UC San DiegoPeds
University of VermontPeds
Emory UniversityPsych
Georgetown UniversityInternal Medicine
NY Eye amp Ear InfirmaryENT
AMONG OTHERShellip
Residency Position Types
Categorical PositionIncludes all necessary years of training to be certified in the US in that specialty
Advanced PositionBegins only after the first year of residency training (also called ldquoPGY-2rdquo)Requires completion of a preliminary (ldquoPGY-1rdquo) or transitional yearProgram will train you for that specialty once you are admitted
Preliminary Position Must be completed before you start training in an advanced specialtyUsually surgery or internal medicine Always find out what your advanced position
requires
Transitional Year PositionA preliminary position in which you rotate through different departments much like core clerkship
PGY-1 Residency Positions
Be Carefulhellip
Do not take your prelimtransitional year for granted
If you match to a PGY-2 you are not automatically given a preliminary year
You must apply and interview for your PGY-1 separately
You will have to interview at several programs as you would for any other residency position
US Matches
FREIDADatabase of all US residency programsSearchable by discipline andor location
wwwama-assnorgamapubcategory2997html
ERASNRMPMost US residencies
SAN FRANCISCO MATCHChild Neurology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology amp Plastic Surgery
AUA Urology Match
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
Other Canadians
For a Statement of Need you are subject to the provincial manpower
regulations of your home province
In general less restrictive than QC
For information on your discipline of interest and
a Statement of Need contact Health Canada
Judith_Lewishc-scgcca
The QC Decregravet
Internationalshellip
For a Statement of Need You need to apply to the
Health Ministry in your
home country (last place of legal residence)
The Qc Decregravet
Things to considerhellip
Reciprocity of TrainingVerify ACGME accreditation for programs of interest
httpwwwacgmeorgadspublicVerify length of training for equivalency purposes
ie Internal Medicine is 3 years in the US and 4 years in Canada
More information is available from Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of
Canada httprcpscmedicalorg
Collegravege des Meacutedecins du Queacutebec (for QC Residents) wwwcmqorg
Other provincial boardsThe Qc Decregravet
McGill students consistently match to a variety of competitive programs in the US
McGill students are equivalent to ldquoUS Seniorsrdquo
McGill is an accredited member of the LCME
McGill in the US
McGill in the US Class 2010
Massachusetts General Hospital
Internal MedicineVanderbilt University Medical Center
Internal MedicineUniversity of Illinois (Chicago)
Medicine and PediatricsWeill Cornell Medical Center
Pediatrics
McGill in the US Previous years
Sinai Hospital (Maryland)ObsGyn
Yale UniversityAnesthesiaDiagnostic Radiology
New England Med CentreDiagnostic Radiology
Rush UniversityInternal Medicine
University of WisconsinFamily Medicine
EinsteinJacobi Medical CentrePeds
UC San DiegoPeds
University of VermontPeds
Emory UniversityPsych
Georgetown UniversityInternal Medicine
NY Eye amp Ear InfirmaryENT
AMONG OTHERShellip
Residency Position Types
Categorical PositionIncludes all necessary years of training to be certified in the US in that specialty
Advanced PositionBegins only after the first year of residency training (also called ldquoPGY-2rdquo)Requires completion of a preliminary (ldquoPGY-1rdquo) or transitional yearProgram will train you for that specialty once you are admitted
Preliminary Position Must be completed before you start training in an advanced specialtyUsually surgery or internal medicine Always find out what your advanced position
requires
Transitional Year PositionA preliminary position in which you rotate through different departments much like core clerkship
PGY-1 Residency Positions
Be Carefulhellip
Do not take your prelimtransitional year for granted
If you match to a PGY-2 you are not automatically given a preliminary year
You must apply and interview for your PGY-1 separately
You will have to interview at several programs as you would for any other residency position
US Matches
FREIDADatabase of all US residency programsSearchable by discipline andor location
wwwama-assnorgamapubcategory2997html
ERASNRMPMost US residencies
SAN FRANCISCO MATCHChild Neurology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology amp Plastic Surgery
AUA Urology Match
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
Internationalshellip
For a Statement of Need You need to apply to the
Health Ministry in your
home country (last place of legal residence)
The Qc Decregravet
Things to considerhellip
Reciprocity of TrainingVerify ACGME accreditation for programs of interest
httpwwwacgmeorgadspublicVerify length of training for equivalency purposes
ie Internal Medicine is 3 years in the US and 4 years in Canada
More information is available from Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of
Canada httprcpscmedicalorg
Collegravege des Meacutedecins du Queacutebec (for QC Residents) wwwcmqorg
Other provincial boardsThe Qc Decregravet
McGill students consistently match to a variety of competitive programs in the US
McGill students are equivalent to ldquoUS Seniorsrdquo
McGill is an accredited member of the LCME
McGill in the US
McGill in the US Class 2010
Massachusetts General Hospital
Internal MedicineVanderbilt University Medical Center
Internal MedicineUniversity of Illinois (Chicago)
Medicine and PediatricsWeill Cornell Medical Center
Pediatrics
McGill in the US Previous years
Sinai Hospital (Maryland)ObsGyn
Yale UniversityAnesthesiaDiagnostic Radiology
New England Med CentreDiagnostic Radiology
Rush UniversityInternal Medicine
University of WisconsinFamily Medicine
EinsteinJacobi Medical CentrePeds
UC San DiegoPeds
University of VermontPeds
Emory UniversityPsych
Georgetown UniversityInternal Medicine
NY Eye amp Ear InfirmaryENT
AMONG OTHERShellip
Residency Position Types
Categorical PositionIncludes all necessary years of training to be certified in the US in that specialty
Advanced PositionBegins only after the first year of residency training (also called ldquoPGY-2rdquo)Requires completion of a preliminary (ldquoPGY-1rdquo) or transitional yearProgram will train you for that specialty once you are admitted
Preliminary Position Must be completed before you start training in an advanced specialtyUsually surgery or internal medicine Always find out what your advanced position
requires
Transitional Year PositionA preliminary position in which you rotate through different departments much like core clerkship
PGY-1 Residency Positions
Be Carefulhellip
Do not take your prelimtransitional year for granted
If you match to a PGY-2 you are not automatically given a preliminary year
You must apply and interview for your PGY-1 separately
You will have to interview at several programs as you would for any other residency position
US Matches
FREIDADatabase of all US residency programsSearchable by discipline andor location
wwwama-assnorgamapubcategory2997html
ERASNRMPMost US residencies
SAN FRANCISCO MATCHChild Neurology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology amp Plastic Surgery
AUA Urology Match
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
Things to considerhellip
Reciprocity of TrainingVerify ACGME accreditation for programs of interest
httpwwwacgmeorgadspublicVerify length of training for equivalency purposes
ie Internal Medicine is 3 years in the US and 4 years in Canada
More information is available from Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of
Canada httprcpscmedicalorg
Collegravege des Meacutedecins du Queacutebec (for QC Residents) wwwcmqorg
Other provincial boardsThe Qc Decregravet
McGill students consistently match to a variety of competitive programs in the US
McGill students are equivalent to ldquoUS Seniorsrdquo
McGill is an accredited member of the LCME
McGill in the US
McGill in the US Class 2010
Massachusetts General Hospital
Internal MedicineVanderbilt University Medical Center
Internal MedicineUniversity of Illinois (Chicago)
Medicine and PediatricsWeill Cornell Medical Center
Pediatrics
McGill in the US Previous years
Sinai Hospital (Maryland)ObsGyn
Yale UniversityAnesthesiaDiagnostic Radiology
New England Med CentreDiagnostic Radiology
Rush UniversityInternal Medicine
University of WisconsinFamily Medicine
EinsteinJacobi Medical CentrePeds
UC San DiegoPeds
University of VermontPeds
Emory UniversityPsych
Georgetown UniversityInternal Medicine
NY Eye amp Ear InfirmaryENT
AMONG OTHERShellip
Residency Position Types
Categorical PositionIncludes all necessary years of training to be certified in the US in that specialty
Advanced PositionBegins only after the first year of residency training (also called ldquoPGY-2rdquo)Requires completion of a preliminary (ldquoPGY-1rdquo) or transitional yearProgram will train you for that specialty once you are admitted
Preliminary Position Must be completed before you start training in an advanced specialtyUsually surgery or internal medicine Always find out what your advanced position
requires
Transitional Year PositionA preliminary position in which you rotate through different departments much like core clerkship
PGY-1 Residency Positions
Be Carefulhellip
Do not take your prelimtransitional year for granted
If you match to a PGY-2 you are not automatically given a preliminary year
You must apply and interview for your PGY-1 separately
You will have to interview at several programs as you would for any other residency position
US Matches
FREIDADatabase of all US residency programsSearchable by discipline andor location
wwwama-assnorgamapubcategory2997html
ERASNRMPMost US residencies
SAN FRANCISCO MATCHChild Neurology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology amp Plastic Surgery
AUA Urology Match
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
McGill students consistently match to a variety of competitive programs in the US
McGill students are equivalent to ldquoUS Seniorsrdquo
McGill is an accredited member of the LCME
McGill in the US
McGill in the US Class 2010
Massachusetts General Hospital
Internal MedicineVanderbilt University Medical Center
Internal MedicineUniversity of Illinois (Chicago)
Medicine and PediatricsWeill Cornell Medical Center
Pediatrics
McGill in the US Previous years
Sinai Hospital (Maryland)ObsGyn
Yale UniversityAnesthesiaDiagnostic Radiology
New England Med CentreDiagnostic Radiology
Rush UniversityInternal Medicine
University of WisconsinFamily Medicine
EinsteinJacobi Medical CentrePeds
UC San DiegoPeds
University of VermontPeds
Emory UniversityPsych
Georgetown UniversityInternal Medicine
NY Eye amp Ear InfirmaryENT
AMONG OTHERShellip
Residency Position Types
Categorical PositionIncludes all necessary years of training to be certified in the US in that specialty
Advanced PositionBegins only after the first year of residency training (also called ldquoPGY-2rdquo)Requires completion of a preliminary (ldquoPGY-1rdquo) or transitional yearProgram will train you for that specialty once you are admitted
Preliminary Position Must be completed before you start training in an advanced specialtyUsually surgery or internal medicine Always find out what your advanced position
requires
Transitional Year PositionA preliminary position in which you rotate through different departments much like core clerkship
PGY-1 Residency Positions
Be Carefulhellip
Do not take your prelimtransitional year for granted
If you match to a PGY-2 you are not automatically given a preliminary year
You must apply and interview for your PGY-1 separately
You will have to interview at several programs as you would for any other residency position
US Matches
FREIDADatabase of all US residency programsSearchable by discipline andor location
wwwama-assnorgamapubcategory2997html
ERASNRMPMost US residencies
SAN FRANCISCO MATCHChild Neurology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology amp Plastic Surgery
AUA Urology Match
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
McGill in the US Class 2010
Massachusetts General Hospital
Internal MedicineVanderbilt University Medical Center
Internal MedicineUniversity of Illinois (Chicago)
Medicine and PediatricsWeill Cornell Medical Center
Pediatrics
McGill in the US Previous years
Sinai Hospital (Maryland)ObsGyn
Yale UniversityAnesthesiaDiagnostic Radiology
New England Med CentreDiagnostic Radiology
Rush UniversityInternal Medicine
University of WisconsinFamily Medicine
EinsteinJacobi Medical CentrePeds
UC San DiegoPeds
University of VermontPeds
Emory UniversityPsych
Georgetown UniversityInternal Medicine
NY Eye amp Ear InfirmaryENT
AMONG OTHERShellip
Residency Position Types
Categorical PositionIncludes all necessary years of training to be certified in the US in that specialty
Advanced PositionBegins only after the first year of residency training (also called ldquoPGY-2rdquo)Requires completion of a preliminary (ldquoPGY-1rdquo) or transitional yearProgram will train you for that specialty once you are admitted
Preliminary Position Must be completed before you start training in an advanced specialtyUsually surgery or internal medicine Always find out what your advanced position
requires
Transitional Year PositionA preliminary position in which you rotate through different departments much like core clerkship
PGY-1 Residency Positions
Be Carefulhellip
Do not take your prelimtransitional year for granted
If you match to a PGY-2 you are not automatically given a preliminary year
You must apply and interview for your PGY-1 separately
You will have to interview at several programs as you would for any other residency position
US Matches
FREIDADatabase of all US residency programsSearchable by discipline andor location
wwwama-assnorgamapubcategory2997html
ERASNRMPMost US residencies
SAN FRANCISCO MATCHChild Neurology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology amp Plastic Surgery
AUA Urology Match
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
McGill in the US Previous years
Sinai Hospital (Maryland)ObsGyn
Yale UniversityAnesthesiaDiagnostic Radiology
New England Med CentreDiagnostic Radiology
Rush UniversityInternal Medicine
University of WisconsinFamily Medicine
EinsteinJacobi Medical CentrePeds
UC San DiegoPeds
University of VermontPeds
Emory UniversityPsych
Georgetown UniversityInternal Medicine
NY Eye amp Ear InfirmaryENT
AMONG OTHERShellip
Residency Position Types
Categorical PositionIncludes all necessary years of training to be certified in the US in that specialty
Advanced PositionBegins only after the first year of residency training (also called ldquoPGY-2rdquo)Requires completion of a preliminary (ldquoPGY-1rdquo) or transitional yearProgram will train you for that specialty once you are admitted
Preliminary Position Must be completed before you start training in an advanced specialtyUsually surgery or internal medicine Always find out what your advanced position
requires
Transitional Year PositionA preliminary position in which you rotate through different departments much like core clerkship
PGY-1 Residency Positions
Be Carefulhellip
Do not take your prelimtransitional year for granted
If you match to a PGY-2 you are not automatically given a preliminary year
You must apply and interview for your PGY-1 separately
You will have to interview at several programs as you would for any other residency position
US Matches
FREIDADatabase of all US residency programsSearchable by discipline andor location
wwwama-assnorgamapubcategory2997html
ERASNRMPMost US residencies
SAN FRANCISCO MATCHChild Neurology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology amp Plastic Surgery
AUA Urology Match
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
Residency Position Types
Categorical PositionIncludes all necessary years of training to be certified in the US in that specialty
Advanced PositionBegins only after the first year of residency training (also called ldquoPGY-2rdquo)Requires completion of a preliminary (ldquoPGY-1rdquo) or transitional yearProgram will train you for that specialty once you are admitted
Preliminary Position Must be completed before you start training in an advanced specialtyUsually surgery or internal medicine Always find out what your advanced position
requires
Transitional Year PositionA preliminary position in which you rotate through different departments much like core clerkship
PGY-1 Residency Positions
Be Carefulhellip
Do not take your prelimtransitional year for granted
If you match to a PGY-2 you are not automatically given a preliminary year
You must apply and interview for your PGY-1 separately
You will have to interview at several programs as you would for any other residency position
US Matches
FREIDADatabase of all US residency programsSearchable by discipline andor location
wwwama-assnorgamapubcategory2997html
ERASNRMPMost US residencies
SAN FRANCISCO MATCHChild Neurology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology amp Plastic Surgery
AUA Urology Match
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
Preliminary Position Must be completed before you start training in an advanced specialtyUsually surgery or internal medicine Always find out what your advanced position
requires
Transitional Year PositionA preliminary position in which you rotate through different departments much like core clerkship
PGY-1 Residency Positions
Be Carefulhellip
Do not take your prelimtransitional year for granted
If you match to a PGY-2 you are not automatically given a preliminary year
You must apply and interview for your PGY-1 separately
You will have to interview at several programs as you would for any other residency position
US Matches
FREIDADatabase of all US residency programsSearchable by discipline andor location
wwwama-assnorgamapubcategory2997html
ERASNRMPMost US residencies
SAN FRANCISCO MATCHChild Neurology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology amp Plastic Surgery
AUA Urology Match
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
Be Carefulhellip
Do not take your prelimtransitional year for granted
If you match to a PGY-2 you are not automatically given a preliminary year
You must apply and interview for your PGY-1 separately
You will have to interview at several programs as you would for any other residency position
US Matches
FREIDADatabase of all US residency programsSearchable by discipline andor location
wwwama-assnorgamapubcategory2997html
ERASNRMPMost US residencies
SAN FRANCISCO MATCHChild Neurology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology amp Plastic Surgery
AUA Urology Match
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
US Matches
FREIDADatabase of all US residency programsSearchable by discipline andor location
wwwama-assnorgamapubcategory2997html
ERASNRMPMost US residencies
SAN FRANCISCO MATCHChild Neurology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology amp Plastic Surgery
AUA Urology Match
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
ERASNRMP
ERAS = match application agencywwwaamcorgstudentserasstarthtm Request ERAS access token from CaRMS in late June (helpcarmsca) Complete electronic applicationSend all supporting documentation to CaRMS for processing to ERAS
CaRMS is your ldquodesignated Deanrsquos Officerdquo They will charge you $235(+tx) for this
service
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
Unlike CaRMS programs have access to your data as soon as you assign it to them
The earlier the better
ERASNRMP
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
ERASNRMP
NRMP = actual matching agencywwwnrmporg
Must register with both ERAS and NRMPNRMP registration opens August 15 2010Rank order lists submitted to NRMP by
February 23 2011
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
SF Match-Early
wwwsfmatchorg RegistrationApplication begins in June
Each specialty has its own timetable
Often only match to advanced (PGY-2) positions
You will likely also have to apply to the NRMP for a preliminarytransitional (PGY-1) position
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
Urology runs its own separate match in the US
wwwauanetorgresidentsresmatchcfm
Since applicants to this are limited each year we wonrsquot discuss this exhaustively but donrsquot
hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need assistance
AUA Match
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
Timeline
Depends onMatching system(s) of choiceIndividual Programs
Deadlines may differ from that of the matching systems
Be sure to verify the deadlines for EACH program
Some interviews offered ldquofirst-come first-servedrdquo
Once quota is full additional invites are unlikely Your best interest to apply early Accept all early invitations as programs can
overbook If you have not heard from a program of interest
call and ask about the status of your file
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
How many programs should I apply toLargely dependent on you your finances and your level of comfort with risk
2004 ERAS application stats 1-5 programs for combined programs
(MedPeds etc) 40-45 programs for very competitive specialties 10-20 programs for most other disciplines Average of 154 specialties
Applying to the US
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
Applying to the US How many programs should I rank
Dependent uponInterview experiences Level of comfort with risk
2007 NRMP statsAverage of 13 competitors for each competitive specialty positionAverage of 7-9 competitors for each position in other disciplines
Longer rank order list maximizes your chances No data available on average rank order list length between
matched amp unmatched candidates
Single discipline applicants most often unmatched in Dermatology Plastics Ortho ENT Rad Onc ObsGyn
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
You and the USMLE
Average Step 1 scores for NRMP disciplineswwwnrmporg
Under ldquoData and Reportsrdquo click ldquoCharting Outcomes in the Matchrdquo
Step 1 scores commonly used as a ldquoFilterrdquo Due to late issue date of Deanrsquos Letter ldquoCutoffrdquo scores not often published
Many programs require Step 2 before Rank Order list deadlines
Be sure to verify this for your programs
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGill follows AAMC guidelines
Not a letter of recommendationMore like an elaborate transcriptEvery clinical rotation is included
ICM clerkship and electives Global category ndash NO numeric grades
raquo Meets Exceeds etc ALL narrative comments
raquo Unedited except for grammar
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
MSPR ReviewIn Septemberndash Specific dates TBA via class e-mail
Sample MSPRs can be viewed in the Career Advising Office No electronic version of a sample can be e-
mailed to a student
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
McGillrsquos MSPR
Includes only faculty-related awardsactivities
Faculty scholarships and research carried out through the bursary program
All other relevant activities should be reflected in your CV
Does not include overall individual class rankings since BOM is passfail
VS
Deanrsquos Letter (MSPR)US MSPR
Includes elaborate section on unique attributes abilities and extra-curricular activities
Provides overall class ranking for each student
Despite the fact that some US programs are not sure how to use our Deanrsquos Letter as noted before many
McGill students consistently match to top competitive programs in the US
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Donrsquot Panichellip
We will be here to support and assist you
if you go unmatched
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
CaRMSNRMP can be used as a back-up but only if you applied and submitted rank order lists to both systems
2nd Iteration List of unfilled positions released on Match
Day Same as 1st round but more condensed
timeline Interviews usually by phone
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
SF Match AUA
Hopefully you have applied to a second choice discipline that you can have as a runner-up through the NRMP
If not there are always some available positions left-over after the match and we can assist you in exploring these options
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
NRMPList of unfilled positions released for
The Deanrsquos Office provides you with facilities to ldquoscramblerdquo in and personal support as needed
You select interestingsuitable programs and apply manually (fax telephone and e-mail)
It is a crazy and stressful process but the outcome is usually good for those applicants who approach it with patience and pragmatism
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
Take a year off to do research humanitarian work etc
Pros Potential publications additional references
reflection
Cons Clinical activity prohibited after graduation Competing against fresh batch of applicants Stigma of unmatched applicants Application process for following year match
starts too early to complete meaningful research
What happens if you donrsquot matchhellip
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
(514) 398-5557namtaguptamcgillca
orcareeradvisormedmcgillca
And sohellip
Wersquove given you a lot of information and the process may seem overwhelming but the bottom line is this
McGill students do well and yoursquore a McGill student
As always contact us if you ever have questions concerns
or would like us to review your CVs personal statements etc
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