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ID is often the primary care for HIV patients (managing the HIV plus DM/HTN/etc along with cancer screening).

I think that would be fine. At my place - the fellows on the weekend "dress down" (dress shirt but no tie). I don't think our faculty would mind scrubs on the weekend.

Check the SAEM page for open spots. Funding may be an issue since it's a second residency. However - you likely will have to justify why you aren't BC in your field.

https://www.rushu.rush.edu/rush-medical-college/departments/emergency-medicine/emergency-medicine-residency/how-apply EM at Rush - new program, taking applications (not in ERAS)

Can you work extra shifts now, so you have fewer to make up when you return?

PMR opening at Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital

I *think* the VA system allows non-boarded EM doctors. Is that an option for that person?

Can you do the EM rotations in July and August and then do the make up in September/October? Do you get a M3 elective?

Discuss code status/end of life wishes with your family before it is time. Carry a list of meds/allergies/PMHx/PMSx /etc in your wallet/purse. Attach a copy to your fridge for EMS to grab in the event of an emergency.

sorry to hear of your loss. If you need someone to talk to you, feel free to PM. Your family is proud of you.

You probably want lighter rotations during Nov/Dec/Jan (or whenever your field does interviews) so you can travel. You probably should do a rotation is your field of choice early on so you can get letters. Keep your eyes open on here, resident swap, etc. never know when a spot opens up, a...

How has the program handled previous residents on visas, as they likely have similar issues every year with regards to start date?

try http://rotatingroom.com/

The alum association may be willing to give our scholarships.

Can you do an EM research project? You have about a month until your prelim year starts--can you jump in on a chart review or something?