Compare research-heavy and clinical-heavy preliminary years to strengthen your PGY-2 residency reapplication for competitive specialties. Strategy guide for MD/DOs.
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Position for chief as a PGY2 this winter: step-by-step actions to build reliability, lead teams, run projects, and earn program director support and stand out.
Strategically re-enter the Match after PGY-1: step-by-step guidance on switching residencies, timing, interviews, and avoiding common pitfalls.
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How Many Programs Should You Apply To?
Advanced vs Categorical Positions: Optimizing Total Program Numbers
Optimize advanced vs categorical residency applications: balance advanced, prelim, and categorical numbers to reduce unmatched risk and maximize Match success.
How to Navigate NRMP Match Rules
Can I Apply Outside the Match and Still Follow NRMP Policies?
Learn when you can apply outside the Match without violating NRMP policies. Practical checklist, allowed positions, and red flags to avoid violations.
Post-Match Options
Special Considerations for Reapplying After a Prelim-Only Match
Reapply after a prelim-only match with a clear strategic plan: timelines, targeting categorical or PGY-2 slots, strong letters, and off-cycle opportunities.
Residency Ranking Strategy
Advanced Positions and PGY-1 Spots: Technical Ranking Details Explained
Avoid being unmatched: learn how NRMP handles advanced positions and PGY-1 pairing, supplemental rank lists, and safe ranking strategies.
Post-Match Options
Turning a Prelim Year Into a Categorical Spot: Practical Playbook
Convert your prelim year into a categorical spot: a practical playbook for reputation repair, strategic networking, and landing PGY-1 or PGY-2 positions.
What is a Preliminary Year?
What to Do Mid-Prelim Year If Your PGY-2 Plans Suddenly Fall Apart
Actionable, step-by-step plan for prelim residents whose PGY-2 plans fell apart, assess status, enlist PD support, choose pivot or find openings.
What is a Preliminary Year?
Month-by-Month Plan to Pair a Preliminary Year With Advanced Positions
Follow a month-by-month plan to pair your preliminary year with advanced residency positions, avoid SOAP, and optimize match strategy for PGY-1/PGY-2.