u/ThenSquash5059

Current IM resident at a community hospital in the Southeast, looking to switch to GS.

Current IM resident who realized late that my true passion lies in GS.

I am planning to apply general surgery in the upcoming match cycle. I am a non visa requiring US-IMG and I don't really have many connections in the US, let alone surgeons who could write me LORs. I am hoping to receive guidance and build connections to successfully match into GS this year. So far, I have talked to my PD who gave me her blessing to apply for GS, but she also mentioned that my spot for next year will be at jeopardy should I proceed with the application.

I genuinely love both IM and Gen Surg, but I just do not see myself working as a hospitalist or IM subspecialist years down the road. I have considered finishing IM first, but if I truly enjoy surgical aspect of medicine, I do not see how that would be helpful down the road.

This is obviously a great risk (at least imo) and some will think this is absolutely stupid. But I can't simply give up without at least trying to pursue my dream.

At this point, I feel lost and don't know where to begin. Any advice, guidance, or insight would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Current IM resident who realized late that my true passion lies in GS.

I am planning to apply general surgery in the upcoming match cycle. I am a non visa requiring US-IMG and I don't really have many connections in the US, let alone surgeons who could write me LORs. I am hoping to receive guidance and build connections to successfully match into GS this year. So far, I have talked to my PD who gave me her blessing to apply for GS, but she also mentioned that my spot for next year will be at jeopardy should I proceed with the application.

I genuinely love both IM and Gen Surg, but I just do not see myself working as a hospitalist or IM subspecialist years down the road. I have considered finishing IM first, but if I truly enjoy surgical aspect of medicine, I do not see how that would be helpful down the road.

This is obviously a great risk (at least imo) and some will think this is absolutely stupid. But I can't simply give up without at least trying to pursue my dream.

At this point, I feel lost and don't know where to begin. Any advice, guidance, or insight would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

I am currently in rural Georgia IM program. Looking to swap with Gen Surg or get into Gen Surg - categorical off cycle if any empty spots. Well-disciplined and don't mind putting in hours.

I just know I will regret if I continue IM.

Let me know.

I am currently in rural Georgia IM program. Looking to swap with Gen Surg or get into Gen Surg - categorical off cycle if any empty spots. Well-disciplined and don't mind putting in hours.

I just know I will regret if I continue IM.

Let me know.

I want to know some options!