Picture yourself as an International Medical Graduate (IMG) making waves in the realm of Emergency Medicine – an exhilarating journey brimming with challenges and triumphs. Brace yourself for a transformative episode tailored exclusively for ambitious IMGs like you. We've pooled insights from remarkable individuals who not only matched but excelled in Emergency Medicine against all odds. If you're ready to unlock the secrets of this exhilarating specialty, read on.
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In today's blog post, we'll be drawing from the wisdom of some of our fantastic podcast guests who have shared invaluable insights on acing interviews.
We've compiled a list of tips from our podcast guests, along with links to their respective episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts, so you can dive deep into their discussions and gain even more insights.
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Are you considered an "Old IMG" in your pursuit of US medical residency? Do you believe it's impossible to achieve your dream residency while juggling family responsibilities? Are you concerned about transitioning from studying medicine in another language to passing the boards in English?
In this captivating episode, we have Dr. Marie-Ange Alexandre, an exceptional IMG from Haiti who studied in Cuba and Spain, sharing her incredible journey of overcoming challenges and securing the residency of her dreams. Join us for an insightful discussion as Dr. Marie-Ange reveals her secrets to success. Get ready for an episode filled with inspiration and valuable insights. Are you ready to defy the odds and pursue your dream residency? Tune in now for all the juicy details!
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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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As an IMG, matching successfully into the residency position of your dreams is truly a momentous occasion! In our 100th episode, we celebrate the victories of the students of our latest cohort of the IMG Roadmap Course. Keep listening to find out more about their stories!
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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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Medical research is focused on coming up with solutions to help clinicians help the population. Therefore, research is an essential aspect of the medical field for doctors and other medical professionals alike.
This episode features a live conversation Dr. Lum and Dr. Wafa Qulikhan who has come to follow up after her IMG Roadmap Interview and drop some gems on how to find research opportunities as an IMG. Keep listening to find out more about her techniques!
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Though this year’s ERAS season may be over, it is never too early to start preparing for next year. This episode features a live session which was geared at helping IMGs to fill out their ERAS application in a way that ensures success. Keep listening to find out more!
Here are some invaluable tips and tricks to make your application count:
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Let’s talk about the Supplemental ERAS Application! The Supplemental ERAS Application is only applicable to Internal Medicine, Dermatology and Surgery.
While it is optional, it is advisable that IMGs take advantage of this opportunity to give their chances of matching a boost.
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Do you consider yourself an “old” grad? Are you a mother? Or do you think that your scores are too average to stand out? Keep reading Dr. Sana Irfan Khan’s medical success story which is a testimony to how your perceived limitations can turn out to be your strengths!
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Overcoming “Analysis Paralysis” to Write a Winning Personal Statement
This episode is based on a webinar which was held to help intentional, hard-working, self-starting IMGs to write personal statements that yield results.
Keep listening to find out how to use your personal statement to make your ERAS application stand out!
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Making the decision to pursue residency in the United States can indeed seem daunting and challenging, especially if you are not used to the US medical and educational system. Though it is true that it takes quite a bit of adjusting, IMGs like Dr. Isabelle Mulango are here to tell you that it is possible!
Dr. Mulango was born in Cameroon and completed her medical degree at the University of Buea, Cameroon, in 2014. She worked for a few years in Cameroon before deciding to apply for residency in the US with the goal specialty of Internal Medicine, which she achieved in 2020.
When asked to share her match story, Dr. Mulango outlined the following challenges she faced and how she overcame them:
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Can an IMG have a competitive enough application to land a surgery-based residency? The short answer is yes - but not without hard work and determination! Coming to share his story of persistence, grit and consistent effort, PGY2 general surgery resident Dr. Brett Johnson joins us on this episode hoping to inspire IMGs all over the world.
These are some of the highlights of Dr. Johnson's journey prior to moving to the US:
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Learn how this IMG matched into residency after 13 years!
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