@LoveTheBard , Point taken, but he’s a NEUROSURGEON. He actually has some weight on his shoulders, and what he says - and how he says it - actually matters. Even in California. 
@cllgerower1999 did you make a decision?
Very insightful and consistent with all that I have read.
@jeffnom Some helpful discussion about strengths and weaknesses of these schools (mostly strengths-you cant really go wrong!).