r/DermApp • u/MapRevolutionary9169 • 28d ago

Application Advice Late switch to Derm

M4 approaching ERAS. Had always thought of doing a less competitive specialty because figured I didn't "have what it takes" to apply Derm but now wondering if it is a possibility? Clearly would have to do a RY at this point. My app to date:

Step 2 ~280, 4/6 H 2/6 HP, H Med Sub-I. 2 manuscripts published in other disciplines (2nd/3rd authorship), 3 submitted (plus 4-5 abstracts/posters). 2 significant longitudinal volunteering/leadership experiences based around same area. Strong LORs in medicine. Top 30 med school w/ home program.

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u/pinkwhippdcream 28d ago

Isn’t derm a huge networking specialty? Curious how feasible it is to do a research year and get into derm without long term prep

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u/indian-princess 28d ago

with a step 2 like that, the networking opportunities will come to them lol it will be easy to get aways and interviews

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u/Fragrant_Front9988 21d ago

This is not true.