Step 2 ck lower score

[XYZ-ABC]

I went down 23 points in ck ... from 253 in step 1 to 230 in step 2 ck... do I have a shot in internal medicine residency.. I am an img

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[Boricua27]

I went down 23 points in ck ... from 253 in step 1 to 230 in step 2 ck... do I have a shot in internal medicine residency.. I am an img

Those scores are competitive for many Internal Medicine programs.

 

[Milotic]

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[itisallrelative]

Yes, just based on those two items - even at the best program in the U.S. What else is on your C.V., though? Or, another, somewhat similar question: what else do you bring to the table?* That matters. A lot.

 

[itisallrelative]

Your IMG status hurts you more. You will definitely MATCH with that 250+ Step 1, but no doubt the Step 2 drop will hurt for bigger name places.

Also, the statement above is general, as I am sure it was meant to be. But, IMG status can be a big bonus at some places.

 

[mcloaf]

Also, the statement above is general, as I am sure it was meant to be. But, IMG status can be a big bonus at some places.

Where and why?

 

[itisallrelative]

Where and why?

See private messages.

 

[Lawpy]

Also, the statement above is general, as I am sure it was meant to be. But, IMG status can be a big bonus at some places.

See private messages.

Also curious to know if it's okay

 

[itisallrelative]

Also curious to know if it's okay

Haha, of course, let me shoot you a PM.

 

[XYZ-ABC]

Haha, of course, let me shoot you a PM.

Me too ...Please tell me where is it a bonus to be an img

 

[XYZ-ABC]

Guys I have no interview yet...I applied around October 8 with pending ck score ..I feel out of 134 programs that I applied there is not even one that would offer me an INTERVIEW

 

[AlexMack12]

Guys I have no interview yet...I applied around October 8 with pending ck score ...my ck score came out on October 18... 1st attempt in CS ... graduated in 2014.. one months USCE 3 US LOR..needs a visa
I want to be dead
I tried everything..
Contacting residents.. calling programs..emailing programs...I feel out of 134 programs that I applied there is not even one that would offer me an interview
Is this what life has come to ? I am so depressed...I cry most of the day ..can't even focus on step 3 prep

OP, I am very sorry to hear about your situation. But before you can address this situation, you have to make sure you are safe and healthy. I'm not diminishing your situation in the least, but you can't even begin to navigate this and find a good solution if you're feeling depressed or suicidal.

You mention you're an IMG, so I'm not sure where you're posting from.
If you're in the US, you can reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255.

Here is a list of international hotlines organized by country:
Suicide Hotlines - Suicide.org! Suicide Hotlines - Suicide.org! Suicide Hotlines - Suicide.org!

Please reach out to trusted friends/family at this time. Stay safe and take care of your mental health so you can be in the best position possible to move forward and problem-solve as you need to.
Good luck.

 

[XYZ-ABC]

Thank u for the concern...I don't think I need these ...One interview is all I need to get out of sadness ... ;( ...

 

[Lucca]

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[XYZ-ABC]

Hey guys I have no intention of self harm..thank u for the concerns.. I understand ups and downs are part of life and although I feel low i wake up everyday with a hope that today will be better than yesterday

 

[XYZ-ABC]

I apologise to everyone who was disturbed by this post