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has anyone ever taken a gap or know of anyone who has taken a gap between PGY1 and PGY2? if so, what were the reasons and was it difficult to apply and get interviews after a gap?
I know someone who got married in between and took ~2 weeks off. And another who took a year off in between to have a baby.
Is your intention to take a break of a few weeks? Or a year?
I personally finished pgy1 at 5pm June 30th, went home, packed the final things, drove all night and started pgy2 at 8am July 1st after a shower. Most PGY1s will accommodate you finishing a few days early if you need to move (mine did not, obviously). My PGY2 gave me the option to start the following Monday, but I felt like it was important socially to be there from day 1.
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I meant at least a year off. I just had cardiology rotation which I unexpectedly fell in love with and I am considering applying for next year since this year is too late