Chris is specializing in radiology, which means he has to do a year of internal medicine (or surgery) before he starts his radiology residency. He has to interview for both internal medicine and radiology programs right now, and we will find out his placement for both on March 20. He still has a whole month of interviews in January, and he will have a total of 32 interviews by the time he is done.
Once the interview process is over, we will rank the programs, and the programs will rank Chris. On March 20, we will receive an envelope with one radiology and one internal medicine program on it….and that’s where we’re headed. Most residencies start on June 15 so we will have less than two months to move (if we need to).
Current thoughts:
Though it is still hard for us not to have a lot of control over the process (since the schools ranking Chris is what will matter in the end), Chris and I feel pretty good about our top five choices. The top five choices are really different from each other in location and size, and there is still a chance that these will change since Chris has some interesting options coming up in January. I wish I could break them down and talk about similarities and differences, but I can’t write about it.
Right now I am in a weird position where I am so ready to know so I can start planning, but I want time to go slowly because life will be even crazier once we do know. Here’s to the next three months—I am sure they will pass quickly, and before I know it, I will be writing a post about where we’re going.
Here's hoping the time speeds up but you get to enjoy the slow before the crazy storm! GOOOOOD LUCK!
ReplyDeleteI can only imagine what a tough time this is, but exciting nonetheless - really hope you guys get your top pick!! xo, Biana - BlovedBoston
ReplyDeletesuch a crazy time for y'all...hope it goes well!
ReplyDeleteOh man, I'm SO curious about what your top five choices are for cities. How cool would it be if you guys came out to the Bay Area <3
ReplyDeleteAnyways, I'm loving keeping up with this process and really appreciate these updates. I can only imagine the emotional turmoil I would be in if I was in your position. I don't handle that kind of uncertainty well!
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So, I'm glad you explained because I had no idea what the interviews were for but now it all makes sense!
ReplyDeleteI'm a huge planner so not knowing what is going to happen would drive me crazy, so I definitely understand where you're coming from. I can't wait to find out what happens with y'all and I hope you have a great week!
Yeah, I thought it might be time to explain the process a little more so people knew what I was talking about. :)
DeleteI'm a huge planner too, but this has been good for me because it has forced me to slow down and live in the moment a bit more (it still makes me crazy though!).
Wow! What a process! I really hope he is picked into one of the cities of your choice. You'll be surprised what you can accomplish in two month if you do need to move. I wish you two the best, and can't wait for more updates! Good luck.
ReplyDeleteWhat an exciting time for you!! Sending you lots of love and positive vibes!!
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I never quite realized how intense that process was! I hope you are able to relax a little during the holiday season before all of your big changes!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Catherine! I had no idea either until Chris started medical school. We are about to go on a cruise so I am excited for some time together away from the interview madness. :)
DeleteSuch a crazy process! We're exactly one year behind you guys in everything, and I'm already so nervous about it. I can't wait to hear where you guys match!
ReplyDeleteit makes so much more sense now lol, although i will admit the process as a whole confuses and scares me, i think because i just couldn't handle not knowing, but i think you are handling it super well and can't wait to hear where you guys go (or stay!).
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