Pittsburgh was originally our top choice for residency until our last minute switch to Ohio State, so I was curious how Joel would feel about it the second time around. I thought he would probably really like it, but I wasn't completely prepared for how much he loved it.
Initial Thoughts:
Pros: I asked Joel the pros and he said, "Everything." I think that about sums it up. Here's the breakdown: Excellent facilities, great support staff, a growing BMT (Bone Marrow Transplant) program with a new nationally renowned transplanter as the BMT chief, a great group of fellows that Joel would get along with really well, and there's a designated Director of Research Education to guide through the process of starting research. There's a well-funded and very reputable Sickle Cell Director. Pittsburgh is a nice city. It's closer to both families (in fact, it cuts the time to Thompson Grandparent's home in half!)
Cons: Traffic is nasty in Pittsburgh, housing isn't the greatest compared to some of the other places he's interviewing, and 3 hours from the temple. I also have to say that having to deal with the Steelers and Steelers fans is not at the top of my "favorite things" list.
Bottom Line: It hurts my heart a little to say it (sorry, Columbus), but it's the clear early front runner.
Our current rankings:
1. Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
2. Nationwide Children's (Columbus)
3. Rainbow Babies (Cleveland)
4. Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Oh, no, no, no! This can't be. There must have been something he missed that was not so great about Pittsburgh. This is the saddest news I've heard since my daughter's fire!
ReplyDeleteI'm just catching up on all your posts...I've been working like a crazy lady for the last 2 weeks! I love hearing about your decision-making process. If you end up in Pittsburgh, I can fill you in on several good places to eat...there is a French bakery there that I dream about! Love your skill-builder blocks, too...great colors! :)
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