r/ResidencySwap

Is signing of LOI means your spot is secured now? Anything else? Should I be worried that it’s been 3 days I signed but haven’t heard from the program?

Hi all,

Let me start by saying i don’t mean to sound ungrateful as i know matching is a privilege that some on this thread are seeking but hear me out.

I worked pathologically hard in medical school. Did what i thought was right really focused on the content and tried to learn how to be a doctor. When it came to exams and rotations crushed em. Honored 8/9 rotations, 1HP, 270 step 2 and AOA, solid letters and no red flags. Consider myself personable and have always interviewed well.

Unfortunately my medical school didn’t have the best research connections so applied with 0, but now have 1 4th author and 1 5th author paper.

I took some bad advice from 3rd party advisor and applied too top heavy resulting in only 5 signaled IVs and subsequently matching at my absolute safety program which is my medical schools hospital affiliate.

I signed my letter of intent and going to give it an honest try, just having rotated in the system i know what to expect, both on wards and for career path. To be honest I’m very disappointed.

Just wanted to reach out and gauge if there is anyone out there who has experienced /know of my situation and see what the realistic options are for me, or if anyone can recommend a consultant to help me navigate my options. TIA 🫣

Edit: sorry applied and matched internal
Medicine

looking for guidance, inspiration, success story, blueprint

Hey, graduating DO that didn’t match here (I had not the best level 2 score and only 5 interviews, which all said I was great and have glowing evals but didn’t take step, I’m being realistic but please be kind lol). I’ve been emailing programs on residency swap for one last shot in the dark. What’s the etiquette here? Can I email them again and ask what the timeline looks like, even if I haven’t interviewed? I feel like just continuously applying and hoping something sticks isn’t really conducive to my stress, especially with this being likely the last month of movement. I’ve had two interviews, heard back from one and not the other. I don’t have help or guidance so anything you tell me would be helpful. Thanks in advance!

Looking for PGY-1 FM position ( non visa requiring )
I have completed one year of Internal medicine residency training in US. All steps completed. Please reach out to me if you know any openings

One of our incoming interns had to drop for unforeseen circumstances. The timing was unfortunate in that other top choices either matched elsewhere or SOAP’d.

We are a strong IM program in the Portland area. Lots of autonomy, very well rounded to prepare people for both inpatient and outpatient, crazy good salary and benefits. Lots of residents pursue fellowships as well. Very good community of residents and attendings. Please message me for details.

Edit: because so many have asked, we currently have MDs, DOs, MBBS, and MBBCH in our program

The title^

I’m a PGY1 in a toxic IM program in a state I don’t wanna be in. I was wondering if there were any open spots in Michigan to start asap or I can finish up my PGY1 spot and move starting PGY2 July 1 (more ideal to get time to move).

Let me know please 🥹

Also if there are any PGY2 spots for radiology in ANY state to start July 2026, I’d be MORE interested in that!

I’m an incoming PGY-1 currently going through the onboarding process for the residency program I matched at (I’ve already signed the contract and completed most of the paperwork). A program in my preferred specialty is interested to extend an offer (haven’t done officially yet) because they recently opened a new position. I’m wondering how to handle this situation with my current program if I decide to accept their offer. Could this have any future consequences?

Non US IMG

Graduated last september

Step 1: pass (no attempts)

Step 2: 249 (no attempts)

Step 3: 238

I am considering switching specialties, and if my PD approves, there will be an open position. Program has a great culture. Trying to see if any residents would be interested.

Hi, my husband is desperately looking for open spots. does anyone have any leads? He never went through the official match cycle as he was waiting for his scores so he is trying to find open spots now currently.

He is a US citizen from a International Medical School (St George’s)

Step 1 - pass second attempt
Step 2- pass second attempt with a 224 score

He is extremely personable and charming. His dream is to find something for this year. Please help us. 🙏

I am in a good standing. PD is super supportive.
Need a J1 visa. The visa transfer process is pretty straightforward. Please DM me. The location doesn’t matter. Thanks!

US MD 2023 grad
244 Step 1 (no attempts)
237 Step 2 (no attempts)
Step 3 scheduled for June

If anyone has any leads and can help me out I would be so grateful 🙏🏼

If you want to share a residencyswap website, please DM

Currently in IM residency program in a community hospital in Missouri.

For various reasons I like like to leave my IM seat.

I’ve always been interested in Neurology and would like to transfer to PGY2 neurology spot without having to repeate intern year.

Would appreciate any information.

Is there anyone out there that is wanting to swap for start of PGY-2? to Florida (Tampa bay area )?

But I’m a PGY-1 IM resident trying to switch into a psychiatry. I am open and willing to start as a pgy-1 or pgy-2 psych resident come July 2026. Does anyone on this sub have some insider info about programs that are looking to fill a vacancy? I know this is a long shot but you never know. Thank you guys!!!

Any field, anywhere. All steps completed, 4 years of research experience, 2 recent USCEs. US-IMG. Please DM me if you know of any available spots. Thank you.

Incoming PGY-1 Categorical Pediatrics looking to swap for incoming PGY-1 Emergency Medicine anywhere. Will discuss location and other details via message for anyone interested