break in residency for step 3

melancholy · Guest **posting in usmle forum about The Match**

Is taking a long leave of absence a hindrance to completing residency?..i am having trouble clearing step 3 and my program has suggested that i take leave of absence..upto a year to study and pass the test.. and that they would still have an assured position for me if i pass..is that true or am i being duped? any inputs appreciated

root · Posted : Mon May 02, 2005 Post subject:

Are you already into residency or matched this year? If its the latter case, then I think they would like you to join next year. If you are already into residency, then its strange because I haven't heard anyone granted one year leave for step 3.

melancholy · Guest **posting in usmle forum about The Match**

its the latter..i'm already in the program and they said as long as it takes to pass the e\test..'upto a year..we'll hold your spot'..thats what was said..we'll see

IMGConsultant · Guest **posting in usmle forum about The Match**

No, you aren't being "duped." Many residency programs will require their residents to take an Administrative Leave up to a year to complete Step 3. For instance, a program may require that all PGY 2 residents take and pass Step 3 by December of their PGY 2 year. If they don't pass, they are placed on immediate "suspension" but normally they will allow them to return to the program. Especially if you have been performing well in your clinical duties.

break in residency for step 3

break in residency for step 3

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