Category ECFMG

J1 Visa Application for a Medical Residency

J1 Visa Application for a Medical Residency

Objective: Familiarize with the J1 Visa Application for a Medical Residency process for prospective applicants. Disclaimer: It is extremely important to consult an immigration-related legislation such as an immigration lawyer for any questions or concerns. It is imperative to be…

Application for ECFMG Certification

Application for ECFMG Certification

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…

J1 Vs H1B Visa for Medical Residency

J1 Vs H1B Visa for Medical Residency

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…

Application for Medical Residency via ERAS

Application to Medical Residency in ERAS

The process of applying for residency in the United States is the final step of that long and arduous road to get that training position of our dream. In this post, I will explain the confusing process of “Application for…

Categorical vs Preliminary Residency positions

Categorical vs Preliminary Residency positions

After finishing medical school, the U.S and IMG doctors may seek for a specialty training. This can be obtained majorly through the NRMP-MATCH process. Understanding the difference between Categorical vs Preliminary Residency positions, transitional year and so on is very…

4.1 Tutorial Prometric – Cómo reservar la fecha para nuestro exámen USMLE

En este tutorial mostraré como reservar nuestra fecha de exámen USMLE. Para poder hacerlo primero necesitamos obtener nuestro “Scheduling Permit”. Si Aún no lo hemos obtenido por favor, dirigirse a la sección Residencia Médica en Estados Unidos donde encontrarán toda la…

3.1 Aplicación al Certificado ECFMG – Tutorial paso a paso

Para poder aplicar a una residencia (posgrado) médica en los Estados Unidos es fundamental aplicar al certificado ECFMG (Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates). En anteriores publicaciones he mencionado acerca de ECFMG, su importancia y función dentro de este proceso.…

ECFMG certificacion

Introduction to ECFMG Certification

Free image source:  Los Médicos Internacionales Graduados (IMG’s en inglés) que se disponen a realizar sus estudios en los Estados Unidos, es decir una residencia médica (Graduate Medical Education GME), necesitan primero demostrar que sus conocimientos y capacidades son las…

The new ECFMG Twitter account

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