Posts Tagged "ECFMG"
View all postsJ-1 (Exchange Visitor) Visa for International Medical Graduates
By Christiana Davis, MD - January 31, 2017
The most sought after visas by International Medical Graduates (IMGs) are the H-1B and J-1 visas, two visas that differ significantly. A previous post discussed H-1B visas for IMGs. In the present
H-1B Visas for International Medical Graduates
By Christiana Davis, MD - November 8, 2016
Millions of Americans live in medically underserved areas. Many, if not all states face physician shortages. Recruiting and retaining physicians is important in filling that need. Currently, one quarter
Immigration Options and Services for International Medical Graduates (IMGs)
By Ayesha Khan, MD - March 13, 2015
The USA can be compared to Disney World, especially for International Medical Graduates (IMGs), because “here, dreams come true.” It is not astonishing that US medical hospitals and residency programs
Communication: The Critical Accompaniment to Clinical Skills
By Christiana Davis, MD - February 27, 2015
You have been trained to examine patients, obtain medical histories, order and perform diagnostic tests, interpret tests, and treat illnesses. You also counsel patients on how to take preventive measures
Residency Match Tips for International Medical Graduates
By Ayesha Khan, MD - December 5, 2014
International learning and job experience usually increase your competitive advantage over domestic applicants in most business fields like marketing, finance, and human resource. Unfortunately, this
Residency Training Challenges for International Medical Graduates
By Christiana Davis, MD - November 25, 2014
Because of the healthcare reform (also known as the Affordable Care Act or Obamacare), an additional 32 million Americans are insured. Despite such an increase in demand, according to the U.S. Department