Attention MSIV EMIG students applying for an EM residency this year:
 
1:            I want to make sure that you all have you applications all set and 
ready to go (or hopefully already submitted) via ERAS.  I always recommend 
getting your application in as early as possible.
 
2:            I also want to make sure that you have a good handle on how 
many programs to apply to.  Hopefully you have met with your advisor or a 
faculty in EM to review your individual application and get specific tips.  In 
general, remember that you should shoot to set up at least 10 interviews--in 
order to get 10 interview requests you may have to apply to a larger number 
of programs initially.  Some general suggestions:
-if you are AOA, many honors in clinical rotations and EM, USMLE step I >240 
you may only need to apply to 12-15 programs
-if you have a mix of honors and excellent in rotations (and either grade in 
EM), 220-240 on step I, you may need to apply to 20-30 programs
-if you have average clinical grades and a USMLE score <220, you may need 
to apply to 30-50 programs
-if you failed step I or II you may need to apply to >50 programs and also 
consider a backup plan (transitional year or other field)
 
It's a fun time of the year for the applicants and the programs!  Any questions 
at all, please contact me and I can assist!
 
Cullen
 
Cullen B. Hegarty, M.D.
 
Assistant Residency Director
Director of Medical Student Education
Department of Emergency Medicine
Regions Hospital
University of Minnesota
 
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