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Information On International Medical Students And Young Physician Program

By Larry Howard


The United States remains one of the most attractive countries for medical education and work for many foreign trained professionals. While many international graduates are looking to emigrate fully to the States, others just which to have a bit of clinical experience which they can take back to their countries. In this article, we will look at the international medical students and young physician program.

For any one who intends to go to the United States either temporarily or permanently, there are procedures to be followed just as is the case anywhere else in the world. It is important that one familiarizes themselves with all the requirements so as to avoid rejections of their applications. The processes are indeed different for students who wish to visit the country for a few weeks and for physicians who wish to further their studies or start practising.

International medical graduates (IMGs) seeking clinical exposure in the United States can do so by applying for what are known as observerships. These are programs designed to help the graduate learn the American healthcare system. They are particularly useful for doctors who wish to undertake their residency in the United States. They typically last a minimum of 4 weeks and a maximum of 48 weeks.

For one to be eligible for ownership, they must be enrolled or have graduated from a medical school. It is necessary that their credentials be certified by a body known as the Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates, ECFMG. If these two conditions have been met, then one can make an application to their hospital of choice. Advertisements of training opportunities are often available online.

Since the positions are usually very competitive, one should ensure that they write an application thanks convincing and should include details of their strengths. Most hospitals require that one fills an application form and submits it alongside a cover letter. The letter should specify what program (rotation) they are interested in and how long they would wish to be in the country. Copies of reference letters and curriculum vitae should also be availed.

Other requirements relate to the immigration process. They include, for instance, an updated immunization record, copies of passport and visa, health insurance certificate and a recent passport photograph. When in doubt, one will be well advised to contact their prospective university or hospital on what exactly is needed of them.

Physicians trained in other countries and intending to come to the United States have an opportunity to do so. The residency program allows them to apply for a position in the specialty of their choice. However, before making this application, they first must undertake the United States Medical Licensing Examination, USMLE. The exam is done in a number of countries but some aspects are exclusively conducted within the States.

Residency opportunities are very competitive. Hospitals are looking out for the very best and many people get rejections especially from some of the specialities attracting huge numbers of applications. Surgical disciplines tend to attract many doctors both from local and international universities . To increase the chances of going through, one should ensure that they apply to several hospitals simultaneously.




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