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UBC Faculty of Medicine CaRMS Update

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published by Dennis.Fiddler on Fri, 06/14/2013 - 11:45

For everyone interesting in applying for residencies through UBC here is a new update for the 2014 R-1 Match

Effective Immediately:
For the Canadian Resident Matching Service (CaRMS) entry year of July 1, 2014, all International Medical Graduates (IMGs) applying for first and second iteration CaRMS positions in British Columbia will be required to provide passing scores for both the Medical Council of Canada Evaluating Exam (MCCEE), and the National Assessment Collaboration Objective Structured Clinical Examination (NAC OSCE).

Western Rotations 2014

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published by Dennis.Fiddler on Tue, 06/11/2013 - 18:49

Hey Guys,

I have been going around and trying to help people with Elective Rotation in Canada. I had some issues with Western University's application. All of the information on our site is correct and up to date however this is what the headline of the site states:

USMLE/COMLEX Step I

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published by Dennis.Fiddler on Mon, 06/10/2013 - 14:35

Hey everyone,

I know many of you will be seeing this too late and some of you will be seeing this way in advance.

Just thought I would share a couple words of advice that I found studying for boards. First, start studying early. People think that they can cram it all in the "month" they have off to study. This may work for you. However you will lose all that information once you leave the exam. I started in about October the year before.

THINKING OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE?

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published by iain.jeffery on Sat, 05/11/2013 - 19:59

COMSA and Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MSU-COM) are proud to present a unique opportunity for University of Waterloo students to learn about osteopathic medicine from the perspective of current Canadian DO students. Presented by current Canadian DO candidates and the Director of Admissions for Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MSU-COM) on Weds, May 29, 5:30-7:00 p.m., Tatham Centre, University of Waterloo. This event is open only to students of the University of Waterloo.

For Current Canadian DOs

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published by iain.jeffery on Fri, 01/11/2013 - 17:19

Over the past year, the Canadian Osteopathic Medical Student Association (COMSA) has helped hundreds of aspiring Osteopathic physicians navigate the path toward matriculation at Osteopathic Colleges across the United States. Over the next weeks and months we hope to establish a system to help current and future Osteopathic Students return to Canada to practice, where their expertise and passion is sorely needed in our many underserved communities.

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Canadian Forces

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published by WooMasta on Fri, 06/07/2013 - 15:25
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General Discussion

I heard somewhere that we as a DO we can join the Canadian forces, and therefore also get the same benefits as MDs do. Would this mean that they will subsidize tuition?

Verification by AACOMAS and chances

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published by DOtheRightThing on Sun, 06/02/2013 - 09:40
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Pre-Med Discussions

I was just wondering how long it takes to get verified by AACOMAS. I wanted to submit my primary in the middle of July when I receive my new MCAT score, but I'm scared that maybe too late.

I have no idea how competitive my stats are, since my GPA has fluctuated over my middle two years, and my MCAT is quite low.

My GPA is 3.51 (Y1-3.91, Y2-3.25, Y3- 3.14, Y4-3.75) and my MCAT is 24, but I anticipate it being 27 when my scores come out in the middle of July. Which schools will I be competitive for, and should I just go ahead and submit my primary right now anyway?

chances/when to apply

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published by sssmastermind on Sat, 06/01/2013 - 10:50
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Pre-Med Discussions

Hello,

I am a recent biology graduate with a cGPA of 3.95 (calculating based on A and A+ as 4.0 -- converting from letter grades). I have taken my MCAT twice and got 25 first time and 26 the second time. My verbal was very low both time (6 and 5). I have research experience, volunteered at hospital, and have been part of many extra-curricular activities.

Personal Statement Tips

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published by jillian318 on Sat, 05/11/2013 - 11:44
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Pre-Med Discussions

Hi!

I'm starting the brainstorming process for my personal statement, and I was wondering if anyone had tips on writing a strong one that emphasizes why osteopathy in particular. I'll be shadowing some DO's next week, which I'm sure will give me some ideas, but any advice would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

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