Tag: residency match

  • Choosing a Medical Specialty as a Married Couple

    Choosing a Medical Specialty as a Married Couple

    Choosing a medical specialty with a spouse works best when both partners rank training length, call, income and location against shared family goals before comparing individual specialties. Picture the usual standoff. One partner is drawn to a specialty they find fascinating, while the other is counting the years of training and the nights on call.…

  • Dual Physician Marriage Guide

    Dual Physician Marriage Guide

    Two residents, two specialties, one shared list of cities: that is dual physician marriage at Match time. Enter the Couples Match if you want to be placed together, and rank pairs of positions rather than individual programs. The rest of life as a pair of doctors is easier to plan once the Match is settled.…

  • Physician Marriages

    Physician Marriages

    Situation What is supported Planning use Couples Match Any two applicants can enter the NRMP Main Match as a couple. Both partners link participation and pay an additional Couple’s Fee. The couple is matched to the most preferred pair of programs where each partner is offered a position. Decide together before registration and budget for…