Application FAQ's
General questions
What are your deadlines?
While we will accept applications at any point before
our match list is due, later applications present logistical problems. We
have very limited interview opportunities in January and February and prefer to
schedule interviews before then.
I applied using ERAS. Does that mean I am in the
NRMP
match?
No. ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service) is a system to
transmit your application and supporting documents to the residency programs of
your choice. NRMP (National Resident Matching Program) is a system to
match you with a residency. It takes a separate application in addition
to the ERAS system.
MD FAQ
Why do you have so few positions open in the match?
AFP recruits both allopathic and osteopathic students
for our residency program. The two matches occur at different times, with
the DO match in February and the MD match in March. Every year we assess our applicants and may decide to change the number
taken in each match.
Does this affect my chances to match with your program?
If we decrease our spots in the NRMP match, it
indicates that we have many outstanding DO applicants to our program. While this does affect your chances, you
should be reassured that, if you should
match with us, you will be training with great residents. This is a GOOD
sign for our residency and your future education with us. If you have ANY
discomfort about this, call us at 814-889-2020.
DO FAQ
Should osteopathic students apply using ERAS?
While we will gladly accept DO applications using
ERAS, we see no advantage for osteopathic students to use it (and some disadvantages). Feel free
to download our simple application from this site. Also, remember that
applying using ERAS does not mean you have to participate in the NRMP match.
You are listed in the Opportunities book as a rotating internship, but I
want a three year family practice residency. Please explain.
In 1991 when our internship was approved by the AOA, our curriculum fit
better as a rotating internship than a family practice-directed track because of
the order of our rotations. The AOA and PCOM OPTI accredit our
internship. It is fully integrated into our family practice
residency. Our first year osteopathic interns/residents continue right
on into the second and third years of their family practice residency.
IMG FAQ
Should I fax you my materials?
We are only accepting MD applications through the ERAS
system. Please do not fax us any materials unless we specifically request
them.
I haven't heard about my application. Should I call?
Please do not call to inquire into the status of your application.
Every application is reviewed. Because of the large volume of applications
we are unable to track individual applications. If your application has
been favorably reviewed, you will be invited for an interview, either by phone
or in person.
I'm
scheduled for a phone interview. Help! What can I expect?
Sometimes we ask for a preliminary phone interview before offering a formal
interview. If you are selected, one of our physician faculty will call you to chat about your interest in
family medicine and your qualifications for our program. They will also
present a case where you will role play the physician. You will be
expected to interview the "patient", describe the exam you would do,
order appropriate tests, make a diagnosis and describe appropriate
treatment. The case will not be tricky, so relax and do your best.
