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Cattolica vs. San Raffaele

I got accepted into both of them, and I am trying to choose between these two.

Which of these two universities are better in terms of facilities, clinical experience opportunities and job opportunities after graduation? I would like to go to either UK or US for residency later on, but I am not 100% sure about this yet. If you are a student in Cattolica or SR, I would appreciate if you could give me your insights! Thank you sm!

Reply 1

I’ve researched both and a student from sr told me that the clinical experience there isn’t the best (mostly observations). Not sure about Cattolica. Are you an international student?

Reply 2

Original post by ladybug222
I’ve researched both and a student from sr told me that the clinical experience there isn’t the best (mostly observations). Not sure about Cattolica. Are you an international student?

Ah I see. Im a non EU student. Thanks!!

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Original post by Dodori
I got accepted into both of them, and I am trying to choose between these two.
Which of these two universities are better in terms of facilities, clinical experience opportunities and job opportunities after graduation? I would like to go to either UK or US for residency later on, but I am not 100% sure about this yet. If you are a student in Cattolica or SR, I would appreciate if you could give me your insights! Thank you sm!

both are almost similar. it really comes down to your preference.

both unis have subpar clinical experience, are ranked almost at a tie and are tailored to the usmle. i think the only difference is the location.

it really is a choice you have to make based on what you want. also i'm seeing your post after april 12, so which choice did you make?

Reply 4

Original post by khushimkhan
both are almost similar. it really comes down to your preference.
both unis have subpar clinical experience, are ranked almost at a tie and are tailored to the usmle. i think the only difference is the location.
it really is a choice you have to make based on what you want. also i'm seeing your post after april 12, so which choice did you make?

I chose Cattolica :smile:

Reply 5

Original post by khushimkhan
both are almost similar. it really comes down to your preference.
both unis have subpar clinical experience, are ranked almost at a tie and are tailored to the usmle. i think the only difference is the location.
it really is a choice you have to make based on what you want. also i'm seeing your post after april 12, so which choice did you make?

Subpar clinical experience compared to other Italian unis or compared to unis in other countries?

Reply 6

Original post by ladybug222
Subpar clinical experience compared to other Italian unis or compared to unis in other countries?

compared to other countries. like cadavers and things like that aren't used in italian schools, they probably are in other countries in europe.

Reply 7

Original post by Hantol6
I chose Cattolica :smile:

Hi hantol6. A year down the line what do you feel about your choice- cattolica MD?

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