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I think applicants apply to the back up they are most interested in. If the interest is equal I would apply EM as back up. You will be a better physician going ER residency to peds fellowship then vice versa (mostly because of all the critical care training you will get with adults). Also if you...

Sorry for the delay in response. The number of applicants varies I think between the programs. I think most programs interview between 10 - 20% of applicants. Interviews are heavily screened because the fit is unique. Your application really needs to demonstrate an interest in both fields...

If you like the adult ED and peds medicine floors then EM/PEDS is definitely the kind of residency you want to consider. The diversity in training of the EM/PEDS combined residency makes graduates very hirable. Imagine how attractive you will be by seeing adult and pediatric patients in the ED...

I think all are set up to help you become an excellent physician. Go where you'll be happy, factor in the non medical things such as cost of living, weather, location, proximity to family, etc may be a deciding factor. When you interview try and get a feel for the residents and such to see how...

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And you shall receive Career Paths First let me explain the different routes you can take to become a pediatric ER doctor and I think this will help you in understanding the different options. 1. You can do a pediatric residency followed by an emergency medicine fellowship. This takes 6...

No I don't think anyone has sought to "publish data" on what people do coming out of this combined of residency. Most graduates end up working in both adult and pediatric ERs. Some take positions as program directors, and even others continue their training in fellowships programs. Indiana...

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FYI This is a great combo residency option for individuals interested in EM and Pediatrics. There are four schools that offer this combined training. University of Arizona University of Maryland Indiana University Louisiana State University You can board mail me if you have any questions.

UAZ does place a larger focus on board scores

Jlmucci I can tell the stress of match is upon you. I had the same question when I was at that point in my training and awaiting the match. I don't think I can give you any answer because there are so many variables considered beyond what you have listed. Be content in knowing you did your best...

what are competitive USMLE Step 1 and 2 scores for EM-PEDS? It is considered, but it is not the only factor involved. Do Osteopathic candidates who did well on the USMLE stand a chance? Absolutely. I wouldn't get too discouraged if you don't see them accepted. I spoke with my program director...

I was asked the following questions and thought I would respond publically for the benefit of all. These are my opinions and my current thought so take them as such. 1. Why did you choose EM-Peds as opposed to one or the other? For me I loved them both. I loved working with kids on the...

I don't think there is much info out there on this combined residency program. And since the last post on this topic that I could find was about 5 years ago I am going to go ahead and start up an informative thread. I am currently an EM/Peds resident and will do my best to answer any questions...

current issue of Pediatrics?