IMGRoadmap — Dr. Nina Lum

How These Doctors Are Helping IMG's Secure Personal Loans.

How to get a loan as an IMG? Here is one way …

IMG Roadmap SeriesNina LumDecember 12, 2020money, student loans, personal loans, loans, financial aid

IMG Roadmap Series #59 Dr. Amara Okoye, General Surgeon

Do you ever feel like becoming a surgeon is impossible just because you went to a Caribbean medical school?
Or maybe that your need for visa sponsorship for residency makes it unheard of?

If you have any desire to become a surgeon ... then listen on.

IMG Roadmap SeriesNina LumDecember 5, 2020IMGroadmap, imgroadmapseries

IMG Roadmap Episode #58: Dr. Jessica, Neurology

This IMG matched into neurology despite challenges with USMLE standardization tests and misconceptions about pursuing specialty training. This is her story.

IMG Roadmap SeriesNina LumNovember 28, 2020imgroadmapseries

IMG Roadmap Series #57: Dr. Chinenye Onyemaechi, Locum Tenens Physician

In this episode, you’ll learn from Dr. Chi the importance of being a well-rounded student and physician with experience in multiple specialties as well as the significance of finding mentors and networking through professional organizations.

IMG Roadmap SeriesNina LumNovember 21, 2020imgroadmapseries

IMG Roadmap Series #56: Dr. Joanna Schirtz, Pediatric GI

In this episode of the IMG Roadmap podcast, I speak with Dr. Joanna Schirtz, an IMG who specializes in Pediatric GI care. Dr. Schirtz shares with us her experience as a US IMG and the importance of building intentional relationships throughout every stage of her journey.

IMG Roadmap SeriesNina LumNovember 14, 2020imgroadmapseries

IMG Roadmap Series #55: Dr. Kristen Scatliffe and MD FEME

In this episode, I am joined by a group of IMGs from the MD FEME podcast.

These successful IMGs share the innate challenges of being an IMG as well as personal challenges and how they overcome them.

IMG Roadmap SeriesNina LumNovember 7, 2020IMGroadmap, IMG, imgroadmapseries

IMG Roadmap Series #54: Dr. Priyana Tweet

In this episode, I interview Dr. Priyana Tweet, a newly minted doctor and graduate from Ross University in Dominica. In this episode, you will learn about her journey through a Caribbean medical school and how she overcame the challenges along the way.

IMG Roadmap SeriesNina LumOctober 31, 2020IMG, IMGroadmap, imgroadmapseries

IMG Roadmap Series #53: Dr. Chase DiMarco

If you are looking to hear from an IMG who is still in the process of seeking out a residency position, then this is for you! Listen to Chase’s story as he shares the trials and triumphs of his journey to residency as a US IMG.

IMG vs. D.O.? (International Medical School versus Osteopathic Medical School)

Ever wonder what the difference between a Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) and Doctor of Allopathy (MD) is? Or how that compares with being an IMG? Read more inside…

IMG Roadmap SeriesNina LumOctober 13, 2020DO, osteopathic medicine, allopathic medicine, MD, MD vs DO, IMG, IMGroadmap, IMG RoadmapComment

IMG Roadmap Series #52: Dr. Nwaobi (Family Medicine)

Can you match with only one interview? Yes! Here is how. …

IMG Roadmap SeriesNina LumOctober 10, 2020imgroadmapseries, family medicine, j1 visa, waiver, interview, preparation, residency interviewComment

How Many IMG's Were Allotted Spots in the NRMP Match in 2020?

Got your eye on a particular specialty, yet you are being told it is out of reach? Then this is for you! See more …

A Three Part FREE Webinar Series For IMG's.

If you missed the three part series I hosted on Truelearn’s website this September 2020, then you can catch up here.

IMG Roadmap SeriesNina LumOctober 3, 2020foreign medical school, ERAS, Truelearn, USMLE, step 1, step 2, Clinical knowledge, clinical skillsComment

The Challenge of Being An International Medical Graduate.

If you want to hear Dr. Lum’s perspective on the challenges IMG’s face and how to overcome them, then read this.

IMG Roadmap SeriesNina LumSeptember 28, 2020IMGroadmap, preceptor, one minute, medicine, residency, applicationComment

IMG Roadmap Series #51: Dr. Ishit Chauhan, General Surgery

Want to learn about preliminary positions when applying into advanced specialties? Read more …

IMG Roadmap Series #50: Dr. Adepoju (Ophthalmology)

IMG Roadmap SeriesNina LumSeptember 19, 2020eye surgery, Ophthalmology, surgery, surgeon, medical student, anesthesia, imgroadmapseriesComment

The FASTEST Way To Find IMG Friendly Programs!

If you want to know the most efficient way to find programs that have invited IMG’s like you to interview, then read this post.

IMG Roadmap SeriesNina LumSeptember 14, 2020IMG Roadmap, Matcharesident, residency application, IMG friendly programsComment

IMG Roadmap Series #49. Dr. Kaitlyn McSturdy (Internal Medicine)

Ever been rejected from medical school? Ever been told you could not do something you so longed to do? Today’s guest shows you exactly how to beat the odds!