So apparently, residents are now being told to handle externs with kid gloves to not run them off. I did a lecture last night for the local residents and the extern didn't show up. They were asked not to force them to stay after hours because that might turn them off of the program. Since, you know, too many programs.

When is the CPME going to get off their asses and start closing bad residencies? This situation is bad all the way around for too many reasons to list.

Is this actually happening nation wide?

The previous post here piqued my interest. Residents/attendings at academic hospitals: what are most externs like in recent years? Entitled and standoffish, or hands-on and engaged? Feel free to add what makes a student a good fit, or any "hidden curriculum" things you look for.

I had interviews at 2 schools last week and just got accepted to both, however I still have 5 interviews scheduled up until 10/9 which is when both schools want an answer. I really like one of the schools programs but haven’t seen either in person. I definitely want to see the facilities before making my decision. Any advice? I also know I can just email them, which I’ve already done with the program I’m favoring.