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The application for the USMLE exams can be made once we have applied for the ECFMG Certification. Therefore, if we have not done it yet, it is very important to do it before continuing. Please, for more information about the…
As an International Medical Graduate (IMG), it is essential to apply for the ECFMG (Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates) certification to apply for a medical residency in the United States. In previous posts, we have described why it is…
The ECFMG certification (Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates) is probably the most important task to perform as an International Medical Graduates (IMG) planning to pursue a medical residency in the United States. Although it is not mandatory to have…
In this post, we will describe the major steps required for getting a medical residency position in the United States. Every step can be complex and extensive. However, we will describe each one of them in detail to make sure…
Obtaining a medical residency in the United States is a dream come true! The U.S. offers the best medical training programs in the world. Most programs offer strong clinical training, academic formation, mentorship, career development, research, innovation, teaching opportunities, and…
One of the most discussed topics among International Medical Graduates (IMG’s) is the migratory status. Choosing between a J1 Vs H1B Visa for Medical Residency can be confusing due to the complexity of the topic. Please note that this post…
The preparation for the residency interviews is broad, and it encompasses several aspects needed to be shown to the programs. These qualities can help showing to a program how well prepared a candidate is for a residency position. The preparation…
The USMLE Step 3 exam is the final USMLE examination required to practice medicine in the United States. The “application for the USMLE Step 3 exam” is slightly different than the application for the other steps. In this post, we…
As an IMG (International Medical Graduate), I had to research and speak with a lot of people to understand a different kind of work schedules during residency. Familiarize with the basic work schedule terminology during residency is quite important. It…
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