u/alpha-crypt

Fellowship interview chances

Hi Everyone,

I want to see if I can get some advice on this sub. My spouse is PGY-2, and applying for the upcoming GI fellowship cycle.

Below are some relevant details:
H1B IMG at a good community program (very competitive for fellowships)
Step 1: Pass
Step 2: 260+
Step 3: 270+
5 publications
15 posters (5 DDW, 5 ACG)
Annual Training scores: both above 90 percentiles
Chief resident for PGY-3

Below are some of my questions:

  1. What are the chances of getting some interview calls?
  2. I have some spare time that I would love to help with my spouse's application cycle. I would like to get some context that should be followed for these applications (resume and LORs)
  3. Any personal anecdotes that someone can share to harmonize the application cycle?

I understand good professional relationships help and go a long way during the application process, and my spouse is trying to do as much networking physically possible already. I also understand that the home program is always the best bet.

I just wanted to see if I can get some reality check and then decide how can I help them navigate the stress they are in all the time.

Thank you very much for your time!

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u/alpha-crypt — 3 days ago