Residency placement will depend on several factors in the following order of importance:
- M.D. > D.O. (If you are trying to obtain an M.D. residency as a D.O. applicant)
- USMLE Step 1
- AOA Status
- Core Clerkship Grades/NBME (Shelf) Exam scores
- USMLE Step 2CK
- Research & Publications
- Other Extracurricular Activities