Posts tagged imgroadmapseries
A first generation Haitian-American Doctor determined to make a difference: Dr. Nachelle Aurelien reveals her secrets to success! (IMG Roadmap Series #105)

As an IMG, whether you have realized it or not, you are a pioneer. You’re doing what many others have failed to do and you’re doing it with finesse. Regardless, the journey to residency and post residency life can be complicated, but you have options! Dr. Nachelle Aurelien is here to share some of these options with you so that you can take ownership of your medical success story. Keep listening for the juicy details!

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An IMG advocate who worked with the World Health Organization? Dr. Ilan Shapiro talks, medicine, life and social justice. (IMG Roadmap Series #104)

Dr. Ilan Shapiro is an advocate for IMGs from all over the world, with a focus on Hispanic countries. He has been able to make his voice of advocacy heard worldwide, stressing the importance of human compassion in medicine. Keep listening to find out more about Dr. Shapiro’s background, medical journey and his many inspirational tidbits!

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She went from 0 publications to 15 peer reviewed publications over 2 years ? Nephrologist and researcher Dr. Jia Ng tells us how she did it! (IMG Roadmap #103)

Do you have questions as to how to complete clinical research to boost your application into residency as an IMG? Dr. Jia Ng is here to save the day! Keep listening to find out all about her intriguing medical and professional journeys.

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From Microbiology to Medicine to Data Analysis: System Quality & Health Information Manager Dr. John Emmanuel tells us how he did it! (IMG Roadmap Series #101)

Do you ever struggle with self-doubt in your journey as an IMG? Dr. John Emmanuel is here today to share how he was able to overcome this struggle and achieve success. Keep listening to find out about his Medical Success Story!

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Her dream program preferred IMGs with green cards? Internist Dr. Anita Lwanga reveals how landed the residency anyway! (IMG Roadmap Series #100)

Sometimes, when applying for residency, you may feel like you don’t check all of the boxes on the program coordinators’ list. But you shouldn’t let this discourage you – proceed anyway! Dr. Anita Lwanga is here today to show us how persistence and belief in yourself can yield results. Keep listening to find out more!

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21 Residency interviews?! Psychiatrist Dr. Sarah Pospos reveals her secrets for success! (IMG Roadmap Series #99)

Scoring a whopping 21 residency interviews out of 150 applications, Dr. Sarah Pospos is here to prove that anything is possible with determination, strategic thinking and hardwork. Keep listening to hear the compelling story of how she landed her psychiatry residency!

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A Radiology Residency Application with no Plan B as an IMG? Dr. Maham Siddique Shares her Winning Strategy! (IMG Roadmap Series #98)

Is applying to various specialties despite your dream of landing a residency in a particular field always the best idea? Radiology resident Dr. Maham Siddique is here today to share her story of determination and not taking no for an answer!

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IMG Roadmap Series #96: Dr. Enaka Yembe (Family Medicine)

Have you ever wondered what exactly program directors are looking for from your residency application? Our guest for this episode Dr. Enaka Yembe, in an interview we conducted some time ago, is here to provide you with all the practical tips you can employ to make your application stand out. Having both been through the application process herself and also having served as a faculty member, she offers a unique perspective to IMG’s like you!

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IMGRoadmap Series #94 Dr. Agyingi Kimbong (Internal Medicine)

Were you under the impression that preparing for the US Medical Residency application cycle had to take upwards of six months? Are you worried that you won’t have enough time to match? Cameroonian-born Dr. Agyingi Kimbong is here to show you how he was able to match with only two months to prepare his application packet. Keep listening to find out more about his intriguing journey!

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IMGRoadmap Series #93 Dr. Paul M. Osunwa, Jr. (Anesthesiology)

Do you already have a career but you are considering switching to medicine? Dr. Paul Osunwa, who transitioned from nursing into an anesthesiology residency is here to prove to you that anything is possible! Keep listening to find out more about his interesting journey!

Born to Nigerian Parents, Dr. Osunwa grew up in California where he served as a nurse for three years before deciding to start medical school.

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IMGRoadmap Series #92 Dr. Deborah Makinde (Internal Medicine)

Have you faced failure along your medical journey and you’re worried about your future? Dr. Deborah Makinde’s story will definitely prove to you that any roadblock can be overcome, to land yourself the residency position of your dreams. Keep listening to find out more!

Nigerian-born Dr. Makinde moved to the US as a teenager and attended medical school at St. George’s University in Grenada.

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IMGRoadmap Series #91 Dr. Adannia Enyioha (Pediatrics)

Have you ever wondered whether US medical students share the same struggles as IMGs along their medical journeys? While there are quite a few differences between these two pathways, the similarities may surprise you! Keep listening to find out how Nigerian-born Dr. Adannia Enyioha beat the odds at every step of her medical success story!

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IMGRoadmap Series #90 Dr. Aditi Agrawal (Psychiatry)

Can you complete the entire residency application process without actually being in the US? Though it may sound impossible, Dr. Aditi Agrawal’s story will surely surprise you. Keep listening to find out how she accomplished such a feat!

Dr. Aditi Agrawal was born in India and completed her medical studies there at the Banaras Hindu University. She is currently an incoming PGY 1 resident at the St. Elizabeth medical center in Boston, Massachusetts.

Here are some of the highlights of her USMLE journey, she:

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IMGRoadmap Series #89 Dr. Marc Katz (Cardiology)

As a new year begins, IMGs all over the US continue to excel in their fields, inspiring thousands to do the same. Our guest today, 3rd year Cardiology fellow Dr. Marc Katz is no exception! Keep listening to find out more about his challenging yet rewarding journey.

Dr. Katz attended Ross University and completed most of his rotations in Brooklyn, New York. He then underwent Internal Medicine (IM) training at the Hahnemann University Hospital.

He is currently a PGY6 in Cardiovascular Diseases, a subspecialty of IM.

Here are some highlights of Dr. Katz’ Cardiology fellowship:


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