thanks so much! you're right about derma and how competitive it is here and the US. i kind of got the impression while surfing the net the it is quite and impossible field to enter for IMG's like myself. since mle is too expensive, if eve i do get to pass, i'd rather take my chances for more IMG friendly programs like IM or fam med.
i guess it's also time to gather up enough guts to ask around for derma openings just in case.
saw this in the official PGH site.
PGH Now Accepting Residency and Fellowship Training Applicants
The Philippine General Hospital is now accepting applicants for residency and fellowship training. Application forms are now available at the Office of the Deputy Director for Health Operations.
Applicants are required to submit an accomplished application form, together with the following:
1. 2 passport-sized pictures
2. 2 xerox copies of Transcript of Records
3. 2 xerox copies of MD diploma
4. 2 xerox copies of community tax certificate
5. 2 copies of certification of class rank and GWA from the Office of the Dean
6. 2 xerox copies of Certificate of Internship
7. 2 xerox copies of Certificate of Residency (if applying for fellowship)
Deadline for application is on July 31, 2006. Interested physicians may call 5234246 for details.
...i'm assuming this goes for all the residency programs they have. but am still having second thoughts if i should even dare apply there.
thanks again...i really appreciate your honest and objective opinion...