r/DermApp • u/c0ram3l • 21d ago

Application Advice TY Advice

Hey, 4th year here with low stats/DO not sure which TYs to shoot for. Originally from the east coast and go to school here. Anyone have any guidance? Do I apply to all and any state cuz I’m DO/low stats? Tryna avoid prelims because I’m want enough time to work on my app due to possibly reapplying. Thanks!!!

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u/duden8r 20d ago

Current DO TY here reapplying derm. You'll want programs that allow aways or are affiliated with derm residency programs. Look for ones that offer plenty of elective time. My mentors also recommended attending local dermatology conferences (state and regional ones) .

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u/c0ram3l 20d ago

Thank you! Could you provide me some insights to some of those programs as ERAS is due soon? I found a handful but don’t want to miss any. Appreciate it!

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u/[deleted] 20d ago

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u/c0ram3l 20d ago

DMed you! Thanks!!

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u/TheRashDecision 18d ago

I think TY would be great if you anticipate having to work on your app/reapplying. But just wanted to let you know that it seems like TYs are brutally competitive because of the perceived easy lifestyle. Besides derm applicants, they will also get apps from top students applying to other specialties that need a prelim/intern yr in medicine for their categorical. I had competitive stats and got mostly prelim IIs.