Thalamus vs Engagefully

Thalamus is developed through a collaboration of trainees, administrators, coordinators, directors and GME leadership to provide comprehensive online interview scheduling and travel coordination via a real-time scheduling system – online and mobile. Thalamus streamlines communication and interview scheduling for medical residency and fellowship applicants by facilitating self-scheduling, thereby eliminating unnecessary phone calls and emails. The software manages all confirmations, cancellations, rescheduling, and wait lists, so that applicants can instantaneously confirm interview dates and take full control of their schedules. Now featured nationally at 125+ institutions and used by >75% of applicants, Thalamus is the most comprehensive and preferred interview management solution in GME.

Engagefully is a year-round engagement and event app designed to deliver personal and relevant content, facilitate networking and action, enable a direct line of communication, and amplify your event experience. Engagefully supports syncing across multiple devices, so you can view your selections across your smartphone and tablet. The best way to experience Engagefully is to jump in and explore: • Association — Access member benefits, latest news and resources, and events • Connections — Receive alerts, view and participate in social media, message colleagues • Dashboard — See your personal event schedules/agendas, reminders, and event updates • Timeline — View and swap ideas, photos and lessons learned • Schedule/Agenda — Search event sessions and speakers, create itineraries, download handouts, take notes, and make appointments • Directory — Create your personal profile, search for and message other event attendees/delegates • Exhibitors/Sponsors — Search, filter, mark companies to visit, contact and take notes • Custom Menu Items — Access event destination information, complete surveys, and more For app administrators, Engagefully provides: • Branding — Manage your app logos/icons, colors, features, and menu text to meet your specific needs • Backoffice Portal — Manage all app branding and content through a responsive web portal complete with “how to” tutorials and marketing resources • Integration — Integrate your app with your AMS/CRM and other systems • Revenue Generation — Leverage paid ad banners, push notifications, and beacon opportunities to pay for your app and generate revenue