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Hem/Onc fellow looking for a study partner.
Hello, Im currently in the first year of Heme Onc fellowship and as expected feel overwhelmed with the amount of information. Over the years Ive realized that i do better when reading or discussing...
View ArticleSatellite Academic Jobs
There has been a rise in the number of major NCI cancer centers setting up shop many miles away. When it comes to negotiating academic jobs, what are you negotiating for besides pay. Is it number of...
View ArticleMedical Oncology fellowship (2y) vs Heme Onc (3y)
Can anybody comment on pros/cons of doing a 3 year heme onc fellowship over a 2y medical oncology fellowship? I've seen posts around of people saying they don't use much of the heme training?
View Articlehem/onco clinical research fellow
hello everyone! I am a non-US IMG yog:2017, step1:249 have no research experience and would like to do a clinical research fellowship to enrich my resume...i will apply for 2021 match so i have a whole...
View ArticleHow is life during fellowship?
Trying to mentally balance the ideas of a family/kids. How is life during fellowship? How are the hours - like IM where it's like 6am-5pm Monday through Friday?
View ArticleTraining or unrestricted license?
I cannot moonlight for the first 2 years, but should I get an unrestricted license / DEA for fellows clinic, for prescribing opiods for continuity clinic or will I be fine without it ? thank you !
View ArticleMatching in the NE with low STEP scores and Minimal Research
Hi all, I am currently a PGY1 who decided late on hematology/oncology. Planning to apply to match next summer. Location is a huge factor for me. I was planning on only applying to programs closest to...
View ArticleGME funding for 3 years?
Hey all. For heme-onc fellowship that is 18 months clinical / 18 months research, is this fully GME funded for all three years? Or does your salary switch during research time? Thanks!
View ArticleMore training in BMT or Job?
Hello, I got offers to work in BMT or stay for an extra year doing a dedicated fellowship in BMT. I have to say that as a second to third year fellow I am not totally comfortable with BMT(will do more...
View ArticleDe-Compensation
Hello everyone, Any reasoning behind the downtrend of Oncology compensations? I have been hearing/reading that future for compensation for Oncology will be lower than that of a hospitalist in not too...
View ArticleTransferring to another fellowship program
Hi all, I apologize if this question has been answered here before, I tried using the search tool to no avail. I'm not entirely thrilled about my fellowship program and I had a few questions that maybe...
View ArticleUnsolicited ASCO Event Invitations
Hi, Going to my first ASCO this year and I have been receiving unsolicited invitations to ASCO receptions for departments that I am unaffiliated with. Does anyone know if these are generic and sent to...
View Articlewhat traits make a good heme/onc doctor
Hello SDN! I'm writing my personal statement, and am wondering....what traits make a good heme/onc attending? what traits make a good fellow? Thank you in advance!
View ArticleTop Hematology-Oncology Fellowship Programs 2014-2015
After completing a very length interview process for hematology-oncology fellowship programs, I'd like to share my opinions about the strongest programs out there for future applicants. I would add as...
View ArticleInterview reimbursement
Dear all, I was offered an interview in an academic job in the south. They offered to pay for the hotel and cabs, but not the airfare. Is it common practice? The university said will pay for everything...
View ArticleUniversity of Puerto Rico - Program strength?
It's my hometown program. It seems like they are too focused in mal heme and BMT (never heard a discussion of benign heme among the fellows). Solids seems like it's too outpatient and weak. Is this the...
View ArticleAdvice for heme-onc fellowship application
Hi, I am an AMG resident who is interested in hematology oncology fellowship. I am interested in applying for fellowship with the goal of practicing academic hematology oncology and would like to go...
View ArticleHow to boost my application for heme/onc next year
Hello, I have just started PGY2 and will be applying for fellowship at this time next year. Can anyone give me advice on what I should be doing this year to boost my application? - US allopathic grad -...
View ArticleInterview to offer to acceptance timeline
3rd year fellow, I’m starting to get interviews for PP jobs and I am curious about timing with interviews. Those with experience - after a successful interview how long until you are extended an offer?...
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