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:

How To Write Your Letter Of Intent

The letter of intent is a last step in your networking process as an IMG. It only matters if your interview was memorable, so it is not the place to start. Rather it is how you close off what I presume was a good interview. Here are some tips to write yours …

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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:

Mock Residency Interview Sessions For IMGs With Feedback

Interview Season is still in full swing. Are you anxious about your virtual interview? Are you interested to hear some common questions that you may be asked and to know the best way to respond to them?

This episode, originally recorded as an Instagram live session, not only gives you the blueprint for a successful residency interview, but also includes some rapid fire mock interview sessions with feedback, featuring IMGs from all over the world. Keep listening to find out more!

Interview Prep For IMG’s Q&A

In the age of virtual interviews, IMG’s and non-IMG’s alike have had to adjust and come up with strategies to be successful in this new process.

Are you nervous for your residency interview? Do you have questions as to how to make that interview count? Keep listening to this live Q&A session on interview prep for IMG's to get all of the answers you need!

How to Find Research Opportunities as an IMG

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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How to Fill Your ERAS Application as an IMG

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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Tips on Networking for IMGs - Following up With Dr. Nina Snowden!

In the age of the virtual residency application process, it may seem like your networking options are limited as an IMG, but Dr. Nina Snowden is back to remind you that the world is your oyster.

Keep listening to find out how you can take a page from her book as you write your own medical success story!

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Residency Interview Q&A - How to Ace Your Residency Interview as an IMG

You’ve done it! You’ve landed an interview with your program of interest! They've seen your application and they like you on paper. They want to gauge how compatible you are with the program. What are the things you can do to make this interview count?

Keep listening to this Residency Interview Q&A session to get some tried and true advice to help you build compatibility, demonstrate likeability, and show the program why you are the ideal match for them!

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Supplemental ERAS for IMGs

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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IMGRoadmap Series #88 Dr. Devanshi Shah (Pediatrics)

Have you always dreamed about specializing in pediatrics but you are not sure what steps to take to achieve this goal? Dr. Devanshi Shah joins us today to share her medical success story from medical school to serving as a PGY1 pediatrics resident at Maimonides Medical Center, New York.

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Want To Be a Surgeon? 4 IMG Surgeons Weigh In!

This episode puts the spotlight on some of our IMG guests who serve in a surgeon capacity at their respective hospitals, namely Dr. Stanley Ogu, Dr. Amara Okoye, Dr. Ash Soni and Dr. Brett Johnson. Stay tuned to find out more about their medical success stories!

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Before You Submit Your Residency Application ... READ THIS!

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A Mother's Match Story - Dr. Sana Irfan Khan

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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A Journey to Urology - Dr. Odinachi Moghalu Schulle's Story

Are you passionate about Urology or any other competitive specialty but you are wondering if you have what it takes to match successfully? It may take more than one try, but Dr. Odinachi Moghalu Schulle is here to tell you to never give up on your dream. Keep reading to find out more about her uniquely inspiring journey!

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How To Write A Personal Statement Program Directors Want To Read

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!

IMGRoadmap Series #87 Dr. Fareeha Nasir (Internal Medicine)

How can you as an IMG overcome your inevitable challenges and land residency in a specialty as competitive as internal medicine? Pakistani-born Dr. Fareeha Nasir approached the residency application process with determination and confidence, which ultimately led to her gaining success. Keep listening to find out her advice to help you do the same!

Dr. Nasir graduated from the Islamabad medical and dental college, Islamabad, Pakistan in 2019. She recently joined her medical residency

IMGRoadmap Series #86 Dr. Esther Nkem Ufot (Family Medicine)

Are you curious as to how you can combine your Family Medicine residency with your other passions? Family Medicine attending Dr. Esther Nkem Ufot who also specializes in Obesity and Lifestyle Medicine is here to show you that it is possible!

Currently serving in Atlanta

IMGRoadmap Series #85 Dr. Chase DiMarco (FindARotation)

Calling in from Las Vegas, Nevada, Dr. Chase DiMarco joins us today to talk about his new platform called FindARotation.

As an IMG himself, Dr. DiMarco experienced the struggle that many students face when trying to find clinical rotations in the United States. He knows first hand the hassle of contacting physicians personally, reaching out to program coordinators and even going through rotation agencies to no avail.

IMGRoadmap Series #83 Dr. Brett Johnson (General Surgery)

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: