The journey to practice medicine in the United States for International Medical Graduates (IMGs) begins with the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG). Achieving ECFMG certification is a vital step for IMGs seeking residency and licensure in the U.S. This key step verifies that IMGs have the necessary education and credentials for U.S. residency…
As we get further into the post-application season, we know that all applicants are feeling the pressure of interviews; especially the candidates who have not received as many interviews as they had hoped. This is not the time to give into panic, it is instead time to evaluate what you can do to improve your…
The residency interview season is an exciting and challenging time. Interview invitations spark the fires of hope while rejections can be a source of disappointment and uncertainty. In order to maintain constructive and effective attitudes and actions during the residency interview season, there are several ideas and tasks applicants need to keep in mind. We…