I have decided that I will be deleting any comments regarding the credibility of Saba University or of any rumors going around... Everyone has their own opinion and experience. Sometimes a caribbean medical school is the only option you have left. And if that is the only way to do what you have dreamt of doing all your life, then that is the road you will have to take.
So, please, for any discussions on credibility, rumors, attrition rates etc go to medical school forums like valuemd.
I will still be happily answering questions about Saba, if they are appropriate. I'm sorry that it has come to this but I hope those of you who have been following my adventure continue to do so.
To end on a more positive note, here is a little inspiration for the rest of the week...
Hi IDL, i was wondering if you can tell me the best studying strategies for med school?
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That's too bad...the blog was far more interesting when actual truths were being discussed rather than a bunch of fluff that is misleading for those who will end up choosing to go to Saba when they could have avoided a big mistake..
ReplyDeletesaba = rowboat with holes headed for a waterfall infested with gators at the bottom
DeleteAUC = UNSINKABLE CRUISESHIP BOUND FOR A SUNNY HORIZON (rainbow also in sky)
do the math........
did I also mention there were no oars with that rowboat?
DeleteThank you very much for all your posts. Our family have been following your journey for a while now. I have to admit, the posts have been very valuable source of information and encouragement for all of us, especially, when we all had to make a decision about a future school for one of our family member. Now, when she has become a student at Saba, we continue to read your blog. It gives us. parents, peace of mind: knowing that everything is possible if you believe.
ReplyDeleteAlso, because of your blog, our daughter came to Saba well prepared, ready to take challenge. Please, do not stop blogging: it is hard to imagine how many lives have been impacted by your example.
Be blessed as you blessed us.
Thank you so much for your support! I hope your daughter is well and enjoying Saba (as much as possible). To be honest I am starting to miss the island... at least the wonderful weather that came with it!
Deletewishing you happy holidays and all the best in the new year.
hey!
ReplyDeleteyour blog is brilliant and no matter what there are always gonna be pessimist out there! dont bother with them. I am actually in the exact same position as you were two years ago! in fact i graduated from uft and went back to school cause i was afraid of doing the caribbean route. Im still nervous now but ready to accept that is my best option and im looking to go to saba! im just nervous about one thing and maybe you can comment on the future of residencies for island students either in canada or the U.S and the outlook you see for future med students.
I know the sentiment... It's not easy to make a decision to leave everything behind and go to school somewhere far; to start your life over again. It is exciting though!
DeleteIn terms of future residency placements Im not sure how to comment as I am not close to that stage right now. It is a long road, and not easy however it is do-able as so many have done it before us. I think it depends on your step score as well as your performance in the hospital (personality + skill). I know Canadian residencies are much harder to get but there are some hospitals who take IMGs - we had a couple students from Saba get residencies in Ontario in the last 2 years.
Good luck with the decision making! Happy holidays
Hi IDL, I`m in a spot where I`m trying to decide if going to the Caribbean would be a good choice for me and I came across your blog. You mentioned in this post that you were in a predicament a couple of years ago. If you have a post where you talk about what happened two years ago and how you came to make your decision to take a chance and go to the Caribbean, can you please point me to it? I would love to read about it because it might help me settle my own feelings. Thanks!
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DeleteI don't think I made a specific post about it but I think the gist is within the whole blog. I've always wanted to do this. The decision was between me waiting to MAYBE have a shot in the canadian system in a year or two or start right away on what may be a more difficult road but will eventually get me where I need to go. I was and am prepared to work hard. So for me, the decision was made - I got accepted into Saba which was a step in the right direction.
hope this helped somewhat; it was not a clear cut decision but I don't regret it because I have friends who were in the MCAT class with me over 2 years ago and are still trying to get into a Canadian medical school.
IDL
I am starting at UMHS St. Kitts, another medical school in the caribbean, this fall. I really enjoy your blog and am looking forward to reading more about your experiences. While you went to a different school, I think a lot of your posts will help me better prepare for my own experiences with medical schools and with life on the islands.
ReplyDeleteHi there. I am currently in my 3rd year at Mcmaster university and currently have my prerequisites for medical school and thinking of leaving undergrad to get into medical school. I would just like your opinion as too whether having a Bcs is beneficial in applying to saba? Also did you have to take the MCATS to get accepted?
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