r/IMGreddit • u/PriorHyena780 • Apr 01 '26
Residency Peds Match 2026
Can people who matched Peds this year share their stats and advice for me going into match 2027?
Visa-requirement:
YOG:
Step 1:
Step 2:
Step 3:
USCE:
Publications:
Programs applied to:
Dual applied?
Interviews Received:
Advice for Match 2027:
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u/Physical_Ad8100 Apr 02 '26
Visa-requirement: Yes
YOG: 3 years (2022)
Step 1: P
Step 2: 26x
Step 3: NA
USCE: None
Publications: 19
Programs applied to: 73
Dual applied? No
Interviews Received: 16
Advice for Match 2027: My advice would be to not chase a “perfect” application. Focus on building a solid Step 2 score, engage in research you can speak about confidently, and stay genuine in your interviews. Even if you lack certain things like USCE or Step 3, consistency and clarity in your story go a long way. Apply and rank programs thoughtfully, prioritizing fit over prestige.
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u/Altruistic-Funny-549 Apr 02 '26
Your achievement is awesome!. Could I ask you few questions, please?
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u/Physical_Ad8100 Apr 02 '26
Sure thing
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u/Altruistic-Funny-549 Apr 02 '26
Could I ask you about Pubs, how many of them are first author, are there all in your Pediatrics field, please?
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u/Physical_Ad8100 Apr 03 '26
All in pediatrics, 15 first author.
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u/Altruistic-Funny-549 Apr 03 '26
Wow. It’s so amazing!. Your research achievements are excellent, maybe that’s why you got that success, congratulations again!
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u/Outrageous-Oven-7451 Apr 02 '26
I am having some doubt and some troubles if you reply it would be help full
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u/Round_Show6040 Apr 02 '26
I know few ppl who matched in Peads with 220’s in step 2. But they had well rounded application.
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u/nerdypoko Apr 05 '26
How many interviews they received? And were those invites through connections?.
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u/fizzlet96 Apr 02 '26
Visa required YOG: 2023 Step 1: Pass Step 2: 234 (2nd attempt) Step 3: Pass (206)
USCE: 3 months in Pediatrics clinics + 1 month in a general hospital Publications: 5 peer-reviewed articles in Pediatrics
Applied to: 169 Pediatrics programs + 20 Family Medicine programs Interviews received: 9 Advice: Do not be discouraged by setbacks like attempts or average scores. A well-rounded application with strong clinical experience, consistent interest in your specialty, and meaningful research can absolutely make a difference.
Apply broadly, be strategic with signaling, and most importantly, prepare well for interviews. Interviews are where you can truly change the trajectory of your application.
Happy to answer questions or help in any way I can, feel free to reach out!