Tuesday, January 22, 2019

Basics Relating To 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.

There are provisions for professionals who would want to come to America either temporarily or permanently. Some of the requirements are similar to any potential immigrant while others specifically apply to medical personnel. A few differences exist between those seeking to simply have some experience and those wishing to become US based physicians. It is important that anyone wishing to make the move gets to know theses requirements.

Students can apply for observerships in US hospitals either before or after their graduation. An observership is simply a form of attachment in a clinical area where the individual gets to learn first hand from attending physicians. They also get to interact with patients as they would if practising in the country. This experience is important for doctors that have plans of applying for residency in the country.

To be eligible for an observership position, one must be as graduate of a medical school. They must also be certified by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG). Applications are usually made online to specific universities. Foreign graduates are encouraged to look for the various programs advertised by hospitals and the additional requirements.

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.

The other requirements are more or less the same for any person who wants to come to the country. For instance, they must have a copy of immunization record indicating that the immunization against all the relevant conditions is up to date. Other important documents include a copy of passport and visa, passport photos and evidence of health insurance cover.

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.

One should understand that residency is very competitive. Some disciplines attract more applications than others with many surgical positions attracting huge numbers. IMGs have to compete with American trained doctors for the positions with the latter having some advantage since they understand the American system better. To increase the chances of success, one will be well advised to make applications to multiple hospitals.




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