The Challenge of Being An International Medical Graduate.

A few months ago, I recorded this podcast with Chase DiMarco at the 1-minute preceptor podcast.

Chase is an IMG who is still navigating the path into residency while helping others with pearls he is learning along the way.

Here is what you will can expect by listening to this episode:

  • [01:29] The Ego Problem in Academic Medicine

  • [03:51] Why Nina Creates Content for IMGs

  • [07:28] Social, Academic and Financial Challenges of IMGs

  • [10:17] Why IMGs Should Plan Early for Residency

  • [14:45] How to Get a Strong Letter of Recommendation for Residency

  • [21:22] How IMGs Should Respond to the New Pass/Fail Step 1 Exam

  • [25:52] How to Gain Specialized Experience Outside Clinical Rotations

You can find the full episode at this link here.

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