As an IMG, applying for residency in the US can be an intimidating process, especially when you're trying to enhance your application package with US clinical experience, observerships, and other related opportunities. That's where AMOpportunities comes in to help!
Read MoreAre you an International Medical Graduate (IMG) preparing for the USMLE exams? Do you feel like the odds are stacked against you? Today's guest, Nigerian-born USMLE guru Dr. Adesina, is here to share his wisdom on how to overcome the challenges and achieve your dream. Keep listening to find out how!
Read MoreFeeling like your options are limited on the path to medical residency as an international medical graduate? Our special guest, Dr. Angela Banks Paulino, has an inspiring story to share about how she landed a residency spot at Harvard. Tune in now to hear how she did it!
Read MoreAre you an international medical graduate (IMG) looking to secure a medical residency in the United States? The match process can be intimidating and stressful, but you don't have to do it alone. The IMG Roadmap program is here to help you on your journey to success with its sturdy support system and valuable resources.
In this episode, we're featuring testimonials from past students who have gone through the IMG Roadmap program and experienced firsthand the positive impact it has made on their match process. Here are some pearls of advice they would like to share with prospective students:
Read MoreAs an IMG preparing for the USMLE, you may have concerns about the recent changes to Step 1 scoring, which has shifted from a numeric score to pass/fail. This change has both advantages and disadvantages, especially for IMGs who need to demonstrate their competitiveness in the match process.
Read MoreTransitioning to the US medical system as an international medical graduate (IMG) can be a daunting task. However, with careful planning and preparation, it can be a successful journey. In this blog post, we will share the story of Dr. Avanthika Chaithanya who accepted a pre-match offer at Mount Sinai in pediatrics, and provide tips and recommendations for IMGs who are starting her own journey.
Read MoreDr. Toyosi Adeoye is a Nigerian medical doctor who started medical school directly out of high school at the age of 16. She recently scored a residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology, despite having a non-traditional medical background. Here's how she did it:
Read MoreAs a physician, it's important to understand the legal aspects of your employment contracts to ensure that you're making the best decisions for your career. In this podcast episode, we speak with Michael Johnson, an experienced lawyer who specializes in physician contracts. He shares valuable insights into the legal issues that physicians should be aware of before signing their contracts.
Read MoreAre you worried about starting your medical journey or residency because of your age? Don't be! Dr. Jessica Dauphin, a US IMG and family medicine resident, is here to prove that age is just a number when it comes to success.
Read MoreAre you dreaming of pursuing a competitive specialty like Pediatrics but feeling unsure of how to make it happen? If you have not matched and are considering going through the SOAP process, today's guest, US IMG Dr. Christina Abi Kheir, is here to offer guidance and help you build your medical success story!
Read MoreHave you ever heard that International Medical Graduates (IMGs) can’t secure spots in top programs and competitive specialties? Dr. Rhanderson Cardoso, a successful cardiologist at Harvard Medical School at the Brigham Women's Faulkner Hospital, is here to prove otherwise.
Read MoreNavigating the visa process for your medical residency in the US can be a challenge, but with the right information and approach, you can achieve success. Join me as I sit down with Dr. Ifeoma Ogbuka, an IMG who has now conquered the visa requirements after landing her dream residency at the Morehouse School of Medicine.
Read MoreAs a resident, fellow, or attending physician, striking a work-life balance can be challenging. It's not always easy to prioritize our personal relationships, but it's essential for our overall well-being. With Valentine's Day around the corner, I wanted to bring in OBGYN and Intimacy Coach Dr. Sadaf Lodhi to help us maintain that special love in our busy lives.
Read MoreAs 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!
Read MoreDr. 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!
Read MoreDo 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.
Read MoreHappy New Year from the IMG Roadmap to you! This episode features a webinar that was held to help IMGs like you plan their successful IMG journeys for the following year. Keep listening and feel free to do the exercises yourself!
Read More2022 was surely a year to remember with so many lives being touched by the IMG Roadmap course and podcast. Thank you for journeying with us and making this our biggest year yet. We appreciate you!
Stay tuned for our Best of 2022, determined by the ten episodes that you listened to and downloaded the most this year!
A Clinical Fellow is defined as “a doctoral level health professional whose interest focusses on biomedical research”. In the IMG roadmap program, this has never been seen as an alternative path to residency since most international doctors choose residency as their first option.
Let’s explore how this young doctor has achieved this feat by choosing an alternative route!
Read MoreDo 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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