The 100% Successful SRMC TRI Class of 2019

For those that did not match in their respective initial match cycle. Make the most of the time you have between match cycles and keep your head up. Be ready for when life give you a second chance. This time will not only make you a better doctor, but also a stronger individual.

Adam Stranberg, DO

Matched to: PediatricsProgram: University of Texas Medical BranchLocation: Galveston, TXTook Level 3: YesLevel 3 Impact: Multiple PDs told me it would have no impact, so I took it after matchLORs: Two old (dean, pediatrician); two new (PD, pediatrician)Projects: I did a QI that failed and a presentation. Neither made an impact with the matchVolunteering: NoneAdvice: Work hard now and genuinely learn how to be the best intern you can be, growing as much as you can. When you interview at programs you should tell them about your growth and what you've learned about being a doctor. Programs want applicants who are teachable, work hard, get along with others and are enthusiastic about their chosen specialty.Being a good intern will also warrant you awesome letters and references.

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Matched to: Emergency MedicineProgram: Southeastern Regional Medical CenterLocation: Lumberton, NCTook Level 3: YesLevel 3 Impact: took it after matchLORs: 2 new; 2 oldProjects: Had research before medical school, did one poster presentation during TRI year. I'm sure they made my resume look marginally betterVolunteering: NoneAdvice: Show good work ethic, it will compensate for your gaps in knowledge. Study like you're going to have to explain something to a group of people. Use multi-syllable words to sound smarter. Don't assume your expected to know everything just because you went to medical school, don't be afraid to ask questions or fight for your opinion (just be sure to have evidence to back it up).You will be doing rotations unrelated to your desired specialty, be sure to ask questions that relate whatever specialty your currently in to the specialty you want to end up in. If you can put pizza on a bagel, you can have pizza anytime.

Anonymous Intern

Matched to: Emergency MedicineProgram: Freeman HealthLocation: Joplin, MOTook Level 3: YesLevel 3 Impact: NoLORs: 2 new SLOEs; Others OldProjects: Poster PresentationVolunteering: NoneAdvice: Make sure that your decision is one that you can look back on and know you gave it all you could.

Mitul Kadakia, DO

Matched to: PsychiatryProgram: SIU- SpringfieldLocation: Springfield, ILTook Level 3: YesLevel 3 Impact: Not sure, I received my score mid February and I did email the PD with the results, but whether it had any impact on my acceptance I cannot say.LORs: 4 LOR. 2 old 2 new. Also had supplemental letter from TRI year PD.Projects: Did 2 case reports and poster presentations early on in the year. I believe they did help me match as I was able to add it to my resume. A common question I was asked on interviews this year was "what has changed on your resume since last applying?" Both of my projects were somewhat psych related. Having them as talking points allowed me to answer the question and show my continued interest in psychiatry despite not matching the first time around. Volunteering: NoneAdvice: Don't lose hope. Apply broadly. Do as much as possible to make the best out of your transition year. Email PDs showing your continued interest in their program. Stay in touch with the PD and residents after the interview. On interviews, you will be asked why you think you did not match the first time around. Have an answer prepared.

Kenneth McArtan, DO

Matched to: Internal MedicineProgram: Southeastern Health Internal MedicineLocation: Lumberton, NCTook Level 3: NoLevel 3 Impact: YesLORs: 1 old; 4 newProjects: 1 Case study - presented at CUSOM and local Family Med conference, 1 QI presented at CUSOM, Did it help +/- it was a check mark but that is all. If it was a very profound research project that taken to a national conference then that would be different. For simple published works do STAT Pearls.Volunteering: No, as a TRI you will not really have the time to volunteerAdvice: First off, keep it together. This is not the end. Now if you have exhausted all your options and your school is no longer helping its time to look for something meaningful to do while you are in limbo. 1) Research Internship 2) Paramedic or nursing work (clinical exp is clinical exp) 3) Scribe or med tech (Clinical exp and networking) 4) Keep hounding the FREIDA and other sites (residents will fall out and it gives you an opportunity to get in) 5) Shadow a physician 6) look for smaller less prestigious programs (beggars can not be choosers) 7) If things are looking grim and you may not be the strongest candidate (Master's Program in a Medical Field, MPH, M Health Admin, .... + gives research, if you find a residency in that year, then put masters on hold, if not you are still involved in something)
In this time of limbo, search out your weaknesses and correct them. Show progress and show your leadership skills and that you are still involved and committed.
“Perfer et obdura, dolor hic tibi proderit olim. (Be patient and tough; someday this pain will be useful to you.)” Ovid

Hironobu Takeda, DO

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Matched to: Internal MedicineProgram: Gwinnett Medical CenterLocation: Lawrenceville, GATook Level 3: YesLevel 3 Impact: No, got results after MATCHLORs: All 4 new LORs: 1 PM&R, 1 from Program Director, 1 FM, 1 IMProjects: QI project on diabetes, half completed. Gave me something to talk about during my interviews. Don't think it had a huge impact on my match.Volunteering: NoneAdvice: Don't lose hope and keep working hard. Don't give up on your dreams and settle if even a little part of you feels you'll regret not going for the speciality you want. I have a friend who didn't match ortho their 1st year, but ended up matching ortho their 2nd time around, so anything is possible. If you're not ready to settle and want to try again for your dream speciality consider a transitional year program. I felt that a lot of programs saw it more as a plus than something that hurt me. Don't be in a huge hurry to take Level/Step 3. Make sure you study enough to pass because the score really won't have a huge impact on your application especially if you are in a transitional year program. Most of all try and keep your head up. Also, don't forget about yourself and be sure to make time for the things you enjoy outside of medicine. Always try and make time for yourself and your loved ones no matter how hard your medical life becomes. It's times like these that the people around you will become your strength.

Shantanu Baghel, DO

Matched to: PsychiatryProgram: Albany Medical CenterLocation: Albany, NYTook Level 3: YesLevel 3 Impact: YesLORs: 4Projects: 2Volunteering: NoneAdvice: Keep your head above water. Not matching sucks, but depression will ruin you.

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