j8
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Hi to all those with low scores let's help one another by posting our IVs here.
My creds:
76/84/CS pass/need visa/ 2004 grad
No IV yet, still hopeful that I will get some........
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| lookin4residency
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same boat with multiple attempts, but i have research, publications, volunteering, etc. just had a tough time with exams due to medical reason, but afraid no prorgam dircector will even give it a chance.
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| the_hospital
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I have high scores, with a good CV and 2006 grad, and nothing but 4 rejections. Getting weary
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| mazinger
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great thread friends... this will help a lot of people to realize they have chance and encourage them regarding what matters the most; to give the best at the interviews (besides coming out of the shadows in this forum, since most of the members are not 99ers)...
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| zrf80
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I agree. I think it will help organize some of the groups here if we started posting in similar thread based on boards score. I started one for peopel that were getting in the 80s. Hopefully, it will open up some members. Those with similar credentials can post here.........
Good luck to everyone..........Im sure we'll all match 
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| iamaloser
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83/80/pass/obs3mons/oldimg 17yrs
IM,FM,Surg,PMR
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| Mahwish Mushtaq
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Hi there,i think i'm in the same boat
my cred are
76/78/cs passed/greencard
i have applied to 30 FM, 30 IM,30 Psyc,30 Peds programs all over.no IV's yet.got 3 rejections from FM  what r my chances? do i need to apply to more programs?
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| Harji
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HI every one Hunting for MATCH the Hunt is on but i do not have my bulets jet still uploading ......but i will hit the target like you guys.
79/85/pass/green card (all in first attempt )
GOOD LUCK to every one
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| rumsym
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Hi everyone. I think this is a great thread for pple like us cos one can get easily intimidated by all the 99s mentioned everywhere else.
My scores are 76/84/pass/usc/oolllddd grad!!
Can any one help with the 3 score equivalents please. lost documents!!
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| bwaliamd
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Im joining this thread too. Here are my stats:
December 2006 grad (Caribbean)
Step 1: 79 (first attempt)
Step 2CK: 78 (first attempt)
Step 2CS: Pass (first attempt)
Step 3: 77 (first attempt)
ECFMG Certified: April 2007
2 years of US clinical experience (all third year core and fourth year elective rotations completed in hospitals in the US)
Canadian citizen (native english speaker)
6 LORs from US attendings
Applied to 38 IM, 41 FM, and 10 Anesthesia (for the heck of it) - first choice would be either IM or Anesthesia, FM is my plan B
My stats are grim and Im quited concerned about this whole match process. I just hope I match somewhere - ANYWHERE!
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| j8
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Hi everybody, I am glad this thread is catching on...
Just to let you know it is possible with our scores to get IVs, I have a close friend with similar scores who got 2 IVs last year and in university hospitals at that.......so let's not loose hope.... 
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| priyagrove
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92/90/CS OPASSED/STEP3 NOT TAKEN, NEED h1.. 1 pub 4 presentations, 4 US lors. Applied to 37 IM programs, one rejection.
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| di
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Hi,
My scores Step 1 79 First Attempt
Step 2 90 First Attempt
CS pass First Attempt
GC
4 months of observership
3 US LOR
2001 grad
NO interviews yet. Keeping my fingers crossed, good luck to all.
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| silenced, M.D.
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priyagrove wrote:92/90/CS OPASSED/STEP3 NOT TAKEN, NEED h1.. 1 pub 4 presentations, 4 US lors. Applied to 37 IM programs, one rejection.
Low scorer?
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| di
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priyagrove wrote:92/90/CS OPASSED/STEP3 NOT TAKEN, NEED h1.. 1 pub 4 presentations, 4 US lors. Applied to 37 IM programs, one rejection.
Hi silenced MD I was thinkng about the same thing, but kept my tounge in my cheeks as I have 90 on step 2.
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| silenced, M.D.
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| gatita007
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IMG..grad 2001
Step1 83 first
Step2 84 first
CS passed May 07
Step 3 in December
ECFMG certificate in August07
MsC in molecular biology
PhD in Molecular Biology
Few publications...some abstracts and presentation
Few awards for international conferences
2LOR from American
Applied 53 IM programs.....nothing yet..no IV..No rejections...
Hope at least they write so...if they reject me at least I know who are they and not waiting for them for a positive answer if they write to me....
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| sahota
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Hey Priya you don have low scores by Any standards come on
dont write your credentils here. I am sure some big program will be ucky to have you soon
GL
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| sarika
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I was thinking abt posting mine here but now i think you wouldnt accept me either. Problem is people like me n priya dont fit into iceage's group either. No one wants to accept us...Priya lets make our own group "The Average Group"
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| sahota
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Look sarika already got interviews and she is complaining Oh GOD
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| dranagarcia
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Hello all I am also a low scorer,
grad 2003/79/83/pass/ step3 nov 15 all first attempt, + MS Biochemistry, publication, USCE and US LOR's
Applying for OB/Gyn so far 22 programs, no answer from any, my biggest concern is that I will be hopeful unless I get a rejection. Are the programs requiered to send you a rejection letter? or is not mandatory?
if so... when should we get that?
thanks for your help
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| Moozy
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I like thsi thread and I am here to tell you guys.. you can make it.
I had mediocre scores ( not 90s) -- 83/89/pass with no USCE and needed visa. I applied last year and was almost offered pre match form 2 places and signed a prematch in one hospital that I adored the day I interviewed with them. So guys, even if you have low scores, you can still make it.
For those of you who have GC, you should worry less. I am sure there are plenty of places who invite low score GC. Just prepare well for the interviews, a good personal statement and your determination can make the difference.
For people like me : who needed visa; you can do it too. Explain your experience and accomplishments in PS. You may also wnat to try applying for research postions or externships in your areas. Hospitals like Overlook Hosp, NJ; St Barnabas NJ; St Vincent's Charity Hospital OH; NYMC hospitals in NY. interviewed people with scores in 80s. If you have your seniors in a particular program, it may be a good idea to speak to them and apply in those programs. Your seniors may also help you in getting externships in these places.
A lot of hospitals in New Wngland area actually like to invite people regardless of their scores if you have UK experience. This is what helped me a lot last year.
People who have high scores like in 90s, YOU should not be in this thread. May be they feel better in this group as cant match the 99 league
Edited by Moozy on 09/13/07 - 09:16 PM
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| priyagrove
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sahota wrote:
Hey Priya you don have low scores by Any standards come on
dont write your credentils here.
WELL i AM SORRY, Its the mood I guess. Having one rejection isnt gud on top of it no calls. But I guess I'm reacting tooooo early. I should panick if I have nothing by october end.
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| priyagrove
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HEHEHEHE! Right! By the way congragulations for getting ivs. So did you get the externship? are you liking it? Good Luck!
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| the_holy_man
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Good to see you back, Moozy!
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