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Really appreciate the effort you have put in for these amazing videos. For a long time, I have been looking for options for IMGs who did residency in their home country. So glad I came across this channel and watched your incredible videos. True Anaesthesia Guru indeed! 🙏🏼
Thank you. I post content exclusively for IMGs on another channel IMG Secrets. I have many videos on how to be successful as an IMG in Canada and the USA. Please check this out if interested www.youtube.com/@IMGSecrets
1) Is USMLE Step 3 required to be eligible for AEP or ECFMG-certificate is enough? 2) What type of visa do universities/hospitals sponsor for candidates? Thank you for such an informative video!
I've got few questions, I'll be thankful if you could find some time to address these! 1- I've done my two years residency in anesthesiology from College of physicians and surgeons, CPSP Pakistan! Can I be the part of this alternate entry pathway program? 2- If yes, kindly please guide me how can I proceed ahead! 3- Secondly do I need to appear in licencing exam and have to score extraordinary well to get matched for anesthesiology? 4- If I've to appear in USMLE should I be preparing for the exam or can I just come to US via alternate pathway and clear my exams while proceeding ahead as faculty or educator. Plus I've 1 year experience as an educator/demonstrator as I've been teaching medical students Basic sciences plus I've been teaching pain management to the physiotherapy DPT students!
Thanks you sir for the wonderful knowledgeable video pls give the guidence regarding radiologist without MBBS in USA after finishing MSC in Radiology and imaging technology from India. I will be eagarly waiting for your positive response..
thanks for the video, Dr Rajeev, I’m an Anesthesiolgist trained in Mexico, with experience +3 years practicing anesthesiology in Colombia I have 3 doubts: 1. Am I applicable to the AEP? 2. Which could be the better pathway that I could take? 3. Do I have to take the USMLE exams?
Thank you for this great video ! It is very informative … could you provide us with the list of ACGME accredited programs and emails of anesthesia chairs and program directors we can contact as a first step to be considered for AEP , much appreciated 😊
You are welcome. ACGME provides list of programs and program directors. With the list it is not difficult to find who the chair is. What email should I send it to?
@@AnesthesiaGuru Hi Dr. Your videos are very helpful! Thank you. Do you have access to a similar list for ophthalmology and Oncology? It would be great if you can share this!
Thanks a lot In another video you have also orthopedic surgery as Alternate Pathway compatible counted. But not here. Offers orthopedics also the Alternative Pathway?
Can you also talk about fellowships without residency for IMGs? I know one doctor from India who did a fellowship in psychiatry without any residency before.
I see you are discussing a fellowship, but I need more specific details to provide accurate information. It seems there might be some important information that is being overlooked. To delve deeper into this matter, I suggest emailing me the program information so that I can gather more information and answer you further. For IMG related information explore www.IMGSecrets.com & for more IMG related videos www.youtube.com/@IMGSecrets
Hello, Dr Iyer. I want to thank you for your endeavor of reaching out to people at large to enlighten them with your knowledge. I have a query regarding waiver job. I am an IMG, MD anesthesiology from Delhi, India. I am currently doing a year long transplant anesthesia fellowship from Miami. I have got acceptance for another year of neuroanesthesia fellowship at mcgovern medical school. As i understand, after two years of US clinical experience(two fellowships) i can apply for selection as an attending under AEP program in US. Currently, I am on J1 visa. Would i need to do a waiver job as a non board certified attending outside AEP to avert the two year home requirement and then apply to AEP. Is it easy to get waiver jobs like that without ABA certification? Or is it possible to get AEP in a waiver area to eventually be ABA certified? What are my options? Thank you very much
Great to hear your progress. First, you do not need two years of US clinical experience prior to joining the alternate entry path program. Where did you come across this? There are two parts in the alternate entry path program - one is you get selected for the position and second is you get an independent state license. The latter is state dependent as some states requires 2 years of work experience and some 3 years of USA or Canadian experience. So this would ultimately depend on where you end up getting the position. These years can also be completed as an alternate entry path candidate. Regarding your J-1 question, in your case, the best case scenario will be to get a AEP position in a hospital that offers J1 waiver.
@@AnesthesiaGuru Thank you for your insightful reply. If I join the AEP before two (or three) years of US/canada clinical experience would I be working as a fellow or attending till I complete the 2(or 3) years to get a permanent license? Secondly, do you know of any anesthesiologists from country like India ( not UK, australia, canada, Singapore, EU) who got a admission into AEP without having to prove their mettle in US/Canada by working there as a fellow and getting decent LOR first? Thirdly, do you know of any top programs that allow J1 waiver in their AEP? I have an interview for a fellowship from Cleveland clinic. But I doubt places like those would have J1 waiver positions for AEP. Really appreciate your selfless help. Thanks 🙏
1. Rishabh - Your first question yes without USA or Canada experience you begin as a fellow. The reason for this is that the the state medical board requires training to give you an independent license. Honestly, I wouldn't personally worry about this. Getting into alternate entry path program is big and either one (fellow and/or faculty) should be fine. 2. Yes I know anesthesiologists who have come directly form India to USA and those who have stopped in other countries and then come to USA. You cannot compare yourself to them as there may be differences in the experiences and how strong the CV is. Everyone has unique strengths and focus on your own. 3. Yes good programs offer a J-1 waiver. Good luck with your interview and do check with Cleveland clinic if they offer a J-1 waiver.
hello this is nikitha,i have done my mbbs from india,my ultimate goal is usmle but i wanna support myself financially until i get my steps can i work for patient care coordinators or medical assistance...
What about internal medicine? I am ECFMG certified, passed Step 3 and currently working as hospitalist in the middle east & for 7 years now, I was trained in Ireland.
Internal Medicine like most other specialties offers alternate entry path For all your options you can reach out to at www.IMGSecrets.com Our youtube channel IMG Secrets is dedicated exclusively for IMGs.Check it out www.youtube.com/@IMGSecrets.com
Thanks for your informative video. I have a very specific question. I'm a radiation oncologist from India with 10 years of experience. I have finished USMLE Steps 1, 2, and 3. I'm currently doing a non-ACGME accredited fellowship in radiation oncology at a reputed university in the USA. I recently was interviewed at another university for the ABR alternate pathway where they are willing to offer me a one-year fellowship followed by a faculty position. The chair of the program has asked me a specific question as to whether I will be eligible to practice in an independent capacity as a faculty and whether the insurance companies accept my services under an independent capacity for compensation? Can you answer this question? Thanks in advance.
Our expert team has guided many IMGs with these types of questions. The answer will be clear after doing an in-depth analysis of your. situation. You could speak to one of our experts. This can be done by booking a video appointment using this link imgsecrets.com/portal/bookings or by going to our website www.IMGSecrets.com & booking an appointment from there.
Hi. Thanks for the informative video. I am trained as a Neurologist from Pakistan and now working in UK post MRCP. Is there any alternative pathway for Neurology.
i have done internal medicine residency from nepal. can I apply less competitive fellowships like nephro, INFECTIOUS disease, which goes vacant every year.
Thank you for making this video, it's very informative. I was just wondering if research/publications are needed for the Clinical Educator pathway? I'm an anaesthetic registrar in the UK and want to apply via the Clinical educator pathway down the line. Even though we take part in audits and quality improvment projects in UK anaesthesia training we don't all automatically do much primary research or get publications. Can I focus more on clinical anaesthesia and quality improvement projects, presentations and teaching opportunities instead of trying to get into primary research as that isn't my main interest?
Thank you. UK graduates are eligible for clinician educator pathway which is not a research based pathway. Focusing on the things you mentioned should make you competitive. Publishing your quality improvement projects will be beneficial for your application.
Thank you so much for the reply. Another question if it’s okay…is it possible to approach an institution to do a fellowship first then ask to join as faculty onto the clinician educator pathway? How would this work for places that only take people who’ve done US residency for their fellowship? Is it worth still contacting them or would they just not accept international anaesthetists?
@@nelliedivani9063 As i mentioned in the video, it is difficult to predict which hospital is willing to hire an alternate entry path program candidate at this particular point of time. A good approach in my opinion will be to directly ask for alternate entry path program rather than a two step approach of fellowship and then clinician educator pathway. Definitely worth contacting as you never know who is hiring. Be mentally prepared and don't lose hope if the first or second or more hospitals say no..
Thank you for your helpful video! I am a US citizen and a first year med student in Australia and my school is found on the wfme website. I am currently in a five year direct entry medicine and was wondering when is the right time to take the USMLEs. Also, following the alternate entry program, would this mean that I will be a fellow/faculty in the US after residency in Australia? Finally, would it be a stronger case if I were to do a residency in Canada instead of Australia under the LCME scheme?
What is your long term goal? If USA, then you do MLE as soon as feasible and plan to do residency in the USA. Do follow our youtube channel IMG Secrets for valuable content at www.youtube.com/@IMGSecrets. At any time you feel the need to speak to us, you can book an appointment with us at www.IMGSecrets.com. Wish you the best.
@@AnesthesiaGuru Thank you for your reply. I hope to do residency in either Australia or Canada and go to the USA for fellowship via the alternate entry program. I have also heard about the new law in Tennessee, does that mean I don't need to do residency and potentially, avoid USMLE's?
If you do residency in Canada then you don't need to do an alternate entry path. You can speak to our experts by booking an appointment on our website to get your concepts clear www.IMGSecrets.com@@damiantran7739
Did you find out more details about no residency needed in Tennessee? I just heard Utah, Kentucky, and Florida just passed the same law, and several other states are pending as well.@@damiantran7739
Not sure what types of restriction you are referring to? If you mean are there any differences between US Graduates after training & board certification compared to IMGs after alternate entry path & board certification, there is no difference in the certification. I have an exclusive channel for IMGs where i post videos, you can check it out if interested www.youtube.com/@IMGSecrets
Sir can you drop in the link of ACGME accredited program director list? Is there any other source/link to seek which programs offer this alternate pathway? And how to apply for the same.
Hello dr thank you for the useful informations. Do you think that it is possible to start a US residency after completing an anesthesiology residency in Italy and getting the board certification in Italy?
Another question from me :-) If you get board certified via AEP pathway can you then work in private practice or can you only work in academic settings?
The AEP pathway aims to boost academic work in the USA, be it through education or research. However, if an anesthesiologist chooses not to practice in academic settings after certification, it undermines the purpose of this pathway.
Hello Dr! Thank you for this video. As you said, I’m not the majority. I am an IMG in Canada, I’m starting my second year clinical fellowship accredited by CPSBC. If I get my full license in Canada, am I able to get a license in USA? Is the mccqe equivalent to the USMLE? And does the ECFMG give me a certification with the mccqe? Thank you so much for your help
Good for you that you are doing a clinical fellowship. If you get a full license in Canada it would be relatively easy to get a full license at least in a few states in USA. ECFMG comes only after USMLE steps 1 and 2 and has nothing to do with mccqe1! I have videos exclusively for IMGs on a RUclips channel called IMG secrets. I post on how to be successful as an IMG in Canada and USA. Check it out here www.RUclips.com/@IMGSecrets
Sir.. You are doing a great help for IMGs who aspire to work in US Myself Dr Aashiq Nawal who is presently working as General Surgeon in Muscat. I have finished MS from India, passed MRCS and trying to purse colorectal fellowship from UK. My doubts are :- 1. What is my ideal pathway to become a colorectal surgeon in US ? 2. What are the other alternatives i have ? 3. Should i repeat my General Surgery Residency in US ? 4. After getting CCT from UK , will it help me further to cut down years of training in US to practice as Colorectal Surgeon ? Thank you in Advance sir
Dr. Aashiq, I truly appreciate your kind words. Considering your current situation, you have a couple of promising options to consider. One option is to consider repeating your residency, which can provide an opportunity to strengthen your skills and knowledge further. Alternatively, you might explore the possibility of pursuing a clinical fellowship, which can provide specialized training and expertise in your desired field. Additionally, after obtaining your CCT, you could also explore the path of directly entering the workforce as a consultant, leveraging your qualifications and experience. The choice ultimately depends on how strong a background you are coming with. www.IMGSecrets.com
Thanks. I do post videos exclusively for IMGs on a different channel IMG Secrets. If interested in these type of content and learn how to be successful as an IMG in USA and Canada you can check it out here www.youtube.com/@IMGSecrets
Thank you for the great video sir. I am Dr. Karthikesh working as a Specialist Urology in Dubai, UAE. I have done my MBBS, DNB General Surgery & Mch Urology from India sir. I am planning to give USMLE steps and apply for a Fellowship in US sir. Is it possible to continue in the same Subspeciality in US after my fellowship sir. Kindly guide me sir.
In short yes. However, there are a few considerations here. After fellowship, you will have to secure a job or repeat residency. This will depend on how strong your accomplishments are in Urology and your CV in general. There are IMGs who have been able to secure a job as a Urologist without repeating residency. This is rare and the license may be restricted to that hospital alone. On the other hand, if you get into an alternate entry path then you will get an independent license with no regional restrictions.
Is it possible to do a critical care job via this pathway? I completed an MD anesthesiology residency in 2013 in India.. After 3 years in 2016, I joined a critical care program(FNB) in India, thereafter I have been doing a job in the critical care department since 2016. I received an international award in critical care medicine in 2019 in Berlin, Germany, as I cleared the EDIC(European Diploma Intensive Care Medicine) exam with the first rank. Then I moved to the UK and now working with NHS. Is it possible to go to the USA with this pathway, as I have an international award in critical care medicine? I prefer to be working as a critical care specialist.
It's definitely within the realm of possibility. To provide a clearer and more tailored pathway, a deeper understanding of your unique profile is essential. If you're interested in discovering the precise steps forward for your specific situation, I invite you to book an appointment with us at Calendly.com/IMGSecrets. Our focused session will ensure we address your needs and aspirations comprehensively. Looking forward to guiding you on this exciting journey!
Thanks for this informative channel Dr Iyer. Is it possible to be faculty for the entire 4 years of AEP without prior ACGME fellowships experience or only with non accredited fellowships, how about the license do we need an independent one( which needs ACGME training) to become faculty during the 4 years. TIA
Yes it is possible. You do need a full license. In short it depends on your country of specialization and previous experiences. Due to lot of IMG related questions on this channel i have a new channel focused only on IMGs. I encourage you to check it out at www.youtube.com/@imgsecrets I released my first video on the options in Canada. I will be having the video on USA next week describing with examples how the license and the AEP works depending on the country of specialization. You can check it out.
@AnesthesiaGuru Thanks for your reply definitely I'll subscribe, if it's okay how would I get full license without ACGME TRAINING, Is it possible to get special license to work as faculty without it? Am really sorry if am overwhelming you witj my questions😊
@@AmdKalil you need a full license. This comes from 1. previous USA or Canadian experience 2. Enter AEP as a fellow get a license and then become consultant
@@AnesthesiaGuru Sir, will we be paid during the tenure of AEP as a fellow or faculty before getting the ABA license? And the data you have mentioned, doesn't tell if it applies to those opting for AEP sponsored by the program. Though one can assume that is the amount one would get if taken the primary USMLE/Residency pathway. Can you please clarify on that or forward any source of anaesthesiologists currently in the system through AEP and what their pay looks like?
Hello Sir, Thank you for your informative videos, more importantly for giving people like me hope to pursue this path.I am an IMG with anesthesia residency from India I have completed my USMLE step 1/2/CS, yet to give my step 3. I have a question, If I secure an interview for an ACGME accredited Anesthesia fellowship will the program be able to give me position after I complete my Step 3. As most of the states have criteria to give a License with at least 1 year of residency training in USA, or PD can waive that off. Also can i ask for AEP during the interview. Sorry for such a long question. Thank you 🙏
I missed your comment. As an IMG from India your fellowship will not be ACGME accredited unless you get into Alternate Entry Path. You should rather ask for AEP rather from the get go. I post videos for IMGs in this channel www.youtube.com/@IMGSecrets You can explore www.IMGSecrets.com and book an appointment from there if you need personalized suggestions
American Board of Pathology to my knowledge does not offer an alternate pathway for certification. Due to many comments i have been receiving, i have started a dedicated IMG resource called IMG Secrets that you can subscribe and comment www.youtube.com/@IMGSecrets I will be posting more content related to IMGs in Canada and USA
Sir.. i have one more question. I am a radiologist and ecfmg certified.. but step 3 yet to give. Am I eligible for AEP pathway? Can I apply for fellowship program in radiology?
You can certainly pursue a radiology fellowship. The possibility of gaining entry through an alternate path will depend on several factors, such as your academic background, accomplishments, and more For IMG related videos please check www.youtube.com/@IMGSecrets www.IMGSecrets.com
Hello sir , after completing the 4 years of fellowship in radiology and then passing the ABR exam what are the jobs available and are the salaries same as compared to that of a person who took the residency pathway? Also if i want to pursue interventional radiology residency can i get it after the alternate pathway ?
Yes there is no difference. All IMG related content are published in this channel IMG Secrets. Check this out www.RUclips.com/@IMGSecrets www.IMGSecrets.com
What you have heard is not true. Follow reliable sources. For all your options you can reach out to at www.IMGSecrets.com Our youtube channel IMG Secrets is dedicated exclusively for IMGs.Check it out www.youtube.com/@IMGSecrets.com
If you have completed residency in your home country then you send an application for fellowship (there wont be a match). There are places that take fellows out of USA and this can take two options 1. Non accredited fellowship or 2. Alternate Entry path. I have explained the latter in this video using anesthesiology as example but the general principles apply to other specialties. Check this out: Is It Possible to Become a Certified Anesthesiologist in the USA Without Residency?ruclips.net/video/FnLodstPLL0/видео.html It is competitive. The programs generally prefer those who are in the system (this could be a US graduate or an IMG) but sometimes there may be open slots or the program just would like to hire an IMG directly as a fellow.
@Anesthesia Guru I saw nrmp match for fellowship I saw many positions in most positions even in surgery (vascular surgery ) were going vacant with only exception of thoracic surgery 😳
Dr. Reddy, yes there is. This starts with the IMG securing the position as a consultant in a hospital in the USA and Canada - slightly different conceptually than what is in this video for other specialties. Calendly.com/IMGSecrets
Very nice video and informations. Thanks you for everythings. I am a medical student in Turkey and i need to do my post graduate in Neurosurgery. Is it possible for me to do it in USA or Canada without residency?
Thanks. Post graduation is the same as residency - a different terminology used in different countries. I have a separate youtube channel focused exclusively on IMGs and how to be successful as an IMG in Canada and the USA that you can greatly benefit from. Check this out here at youtube.com/@IMGSecrets
The AEP in OBGyn is conceptually very different. If you would like to discuss all your options and get personalized coaching, you can book a video at Calendly.com/IMGSecrets
Hey doctor, great informative video . Not a lot of information on this . Im a undergraduate in india and looking to do MD RADIOLOGY here in india itself. However i would want to work in the USA after my post grad Radio here . How much is my possibility that i get to work as consultant in Radiology , and which would be the best way for me to . A quick suggestion and information on this would guide me to decide my career path right now. Thank you in advance.
Right now good time for radiology IMGs. It’s difficult to comment specifically without reviewing all your background. If interested in mentoring you can book an appointment on www.IMGSecrets.com for detailed guidance
Thank you for a very informative and comprehensive video. I am a Radiation Oncologist from Pakistan and currently working in Saudi Arabia. I also have a reasonably good research background and fulfil criteria for ABR pathway. Can you please answer 1) Am I eligible to apply for faculty positions Radiation Oncology? 2) Should I first take my Steps before applying to these positions, or this can be done If I become successful in securing one of the faculty positions?
The good news is that American Board of Radiology offers a pathway for radiation oncologists who are IMGs trained outside USA or Canada. You can find the link for this in the description of this video under American Board of Radiology. However, in order to apply for a faculty position, you will need ECFMG certification which comes after completing step 1 and step 2 CK. Faculty position also typically requires USMLE Step 3 for independent license.
Sir Thank u for ur useful videos I am an IMG graduate from carribean island graduated in 2019 . I did attempt USMLE twice but could not success. I also did my clinical research Programe for 6 months & also preparing for USMLE . Sir my question is whether I would be eligible for any Alternate Entry Path way for for IMG doctors from Carribean island In USA or Canada Sir I will be very thankful if u suggest if I have any options to get some short time residence training without USMLE steps . Thank u Sir Melaine
Melanie, your next steps largely depends on your specific career stage and whether you've completed any residency programs in the Caribbean. To provide you with more tailored advice and answer all your questions comprehensively, we would recommend scheduling a video appointment with us. You can easily book a session at Calendly.com/IMGSecrets, where we can discuss your career path in detail.
Sir is it possible to be orthopedic surgeon in usa after ms ortho from india then pass usmle go into fellowship and then apply for consultant post without repeating residency?
Dear Doctor I am mbbs( 1976) from india age 74yrs with clinical experience in general medical practice in Algeria ,Fiji islands and india now relocating to usa on green card request you to guide me to work into clinical research or any other clinical field.I have some experience of working in Allergy clinic doind Intradermal tests.
Although there is no official age limit, programs typically focus on recent graduates for clinical or research fellowship. On the other hand, with your vast clinical experience, you could try applying directly for a consultant position in places where they have a position open. I don't mean to say you would easily get it but what i am saying is it never hurts to try. If you need my help in any of this you can explore www.IMGSecrets.com for all the options
Its very good now for eligible candidates. For all your options you can reach out to at www.IMGSecrets.com Our youtube channel IMG Secrets is dedicated exclusively for IMGs.Check it out www.youtube.com/@IMGSecrets.com
Sir can u please say if it is possible to enter fellowships in the subject u got job in...and finally do residency in the same subject like anaesthesia in usa via these pathway?should i have 250 up in all steps score to get these jobs or will lower scores do?
Higher scores are generally preferable, but don't let low scores deter you from pursuing your application. It's worth noting that IMGs with lower scores have still achieved success in securing spots. However, in such instances, the other factors must significantly strengthen your application to remain competitive For IMG related videos please check www.youtube.com/@IMGSecrets www.IMGSecrets.com
Thank you for the most informative video sir!!Iam currently pursuing post graduation in anaesthesiology in India.Am I eligible for AEP or do I need usmle?
Eligibility would depend on how strong your background is. USMLE is required. For more information you can visit our RUclips channel IMG Secrets www.youtube.com/@ingsecrets www.IMGSecrets.com
There is a special path in Neurology. For this you will have to be a consultant neurologist in the USA & there are a few ways one can become depending on what stage of their career they are at. www.IMGSecrets.com
@@AnesthesiaGuru Actually, I am planning to move to Canada after getting a PR which may take one year from now. If I apply now for the fellowship programme of 1-2 years later from my home country, Nepal, I can be enrolled as a fellow there almost coinciding with the time I will get the PR. I won't have any financial worry if my plan goes this way but I won't be having a PR at the time of applying for the fellowship. What is your advice over this plan of mine?
For pediatricians the concept is slightly different. You have to be a consultant to be eligible for board certification. For IMG related videos check my other channel www.youtube.com/@IMGSecrets www.IMGSecrets.com
Hello sir very informative video..ive currently completed DNB radiology ..seeking for further training in USA …should we get high scores to get into alternate pathway or passing is sufficient ?
Thanks. Alternate Entry Path is not easy to get into - CV must be outstanding with research and must have many accomplishments. If you are very certain that this is the case and your CV is very competitive then the scores does not matter. For residency it does. If you are not sure then scores are important. Due to many comments i have been receiving, i have started a dedicated IMG resource called IMG Secrets that you can subscribe and comment if this is helpful www.youtube.com/@IMGSecrets I will be posting more content related to IMGs in Canada and USA
Hello sir… i am a Radiologist. Your video was helpful. Can you provide me a copy of list of PD and their phone number/ email id of radiology program. Thank you.
Dr. Saurav, you can apply for a fellowship. However, eligibility for the AEP pathway will hinge upon several factors, including your academic achievements and training background, etc. To gain further insight and receive valuable guidance, I recommend signing up on my website, www.IMGSecrets.com. You can indicate you are looking for the list of program directors. Additionally, don't forget to explore our exclusive RUclips channel dedicated to IMGs, which can be found at www.youtube.com/@IMGSecrets.
Great stuff and thank you for the information. Do I need to have a license from home country or country of studying residency to apply for AEP? Do you mind drop me your email address? Thanks again
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Really appreciate the effort you have put in for these amazing videos. For a long time, I have been looking for options for IMGs who did residency in their home country. So glad I came across this channel and watched your incredible videos. True Anaesthesia Guru indeed! 🙏🏼
Thank you. I post content exclusively for IMGs on another channel IMG Secrets. I have many videos on how to be successful as an IMG in Canada and the USA.
Please check this out if interested www.youtube.com/@IMGSecrets
Thank you so much for providing a platform where we can put on our questions and get the required information 👍🏻 you're doing an amazing job indeed
1) Is USMLE Step 3 required to be eligible for AEP or ECFMG-certificate is enough?
2) What type of visa do universities/hospitals sponsor for candidates?
Thank you for such an informative video!
Thank you Dr. Iyer for your valuable info to us. Iam MBBS ABROAD Consultant in Telangana, India.
Thanks. You can explore this channel for additional IMG related videos www.youtube.com/@IMGSecrets
I've got few questions, I'll be thankful if you could find some time to address these!
1- I've done my two years residency in anesthesiology from College of physicians and surgeons, CPSP Pakistan! Can I be the part of this alternate entry pathway program?
2- If yes, kindly please guide me how can I proceed ahead!
3- Secondly do I need to appear in licencing exam and have to score extraordinary well to get matched for anesthesiology?
4- If I've to appear in USMLE should I be preparing for the exam or can I just come to US via alternate pathway and clear my exams while proceeding ahead as faculty or educator.
Plus I've 1 year experience as an educator/demonstrator as I've been teaching medical students Basic sciences plus I've been teaching pain management to the physiotherapy DPT students!
Thanks you sir for the wonderful knowledgeable video pls give the guidence regarding radiologist without MBBS in USA after finishing MSC in Radiology and imaging technology from India.
I will be eagarly waiting for your positive response..
I am not aware of a pathway to become a Radiologist without medical school/college degree!!! Such a thing does not exist in the USA, Canada or India.
thanks for the video, Dr Rajeev, I’m an Anesthesiolgist trained in Mexico, with experience +3 years practicing anesthesiology in Colombia
I have 3 doubts:
1. Am I applicable to the AEP?
2. Which could be the better pathway that I could take?
3. Do I have to take the USMLE exams?
You need USMLE!
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Thank you for this great video ! It is very informative … could you provide us with the list of ACGME accredited programs and emails of anesthesia chairs and program directors we can contact as a first step to be considered for AEP , much appreciated 😊
You are welcome. ACGME provides list of programs and program directors. With the list it is not difficult to find who the chair is. What email should I send it to?
@@AnesthesiaGuru Hi Dr. Your videos are very helpful! Thank you. Do you have access to a similar list for ophthalmology and Oncology? It would be great if you can share this!
Thanks a lot
In another video you have also orthopedic surgery as Alternate Pathway compatible counted. But not here. Offers orthopedics also the Alternative Pathway?
Yes. For guidance you can reach out at www.imgsecrets.com through appointments
Can you also talk about fellowships without residency for IMGs? I know one doctor from
India who did a fellowship in psychiatry without any residency before.
I see you are discussing a fellowship, but I need more specific details to provide accurate information. It seems there might be some important information that is being overlooked. To delve deeper into this matter, I suggest emailing me the program information so that I can gather more information and answer you further.
For IMG related information explore www.IMGSecrets.com & for more IMG related videos www.youtube.com/@IMGSecrets
What will be benefit of doing phd. In different speciality after md in usa, pls reply to question. It will be helpful in taking a right decision.
Hello, Dr Iyer. I want to thank you for your endeavor of reaching out to people at large to enlighten them with your knowledge.
I have a query regarding waiver job. I am an IMG, MD anesthesiology from Delhi, India. I am currently doing a year long transplant anesthesia fellowship from Miami. I have got acceptance for another year of neuroanesthesia fellowship at mcgovern medical school. As i understand, after two years of US clinical experience(two fellowships) i can apply for selection as an attending under AEP program in US. Currently, I am on J1 visa. Would i need to do a waiver job as a non board certified attending outside AEP to avert the two year home requirement and then apply to AEP. Is it easy to get waiver jobs like that without ABA certification? Or is it possible to get AEP in a waiver area to eventually be ABA certified? What are my options?
Thank you very much
Great to hear your progress. First, you do not need two years of US clinical experience prior to joining the alternate entry path program. Where did you come across this? There are two parts in the alternate entry path program - one is you get selected for the position and second is you get an independent state license. The latter is state dependent as some states requires 2 years of work experience and some 3 years of USA or Canadian experience. So this would ultimately depend on where you end up getting the position. These years can also be completed as an alternate entry path candidate.
Regarding your J-1 question, in your case, the best case scenario will be to get a AEP position in a hospital that offers J1 waiver.
@@AnesthesiaGuru Thank you for your insightful reply. If I join the AEP before two (or three) years of US/canada clinical experience would I be working as a fellow or attending till I complete the 2(or 3) years to get a permanent license?
Secondly, do you know of any anesthesiologists from country like India ( not UK, australia, canada, Singapore, EU) who got a admission into AEP without having to prove their mettle in US/Canada by working there as a fellow and getting decent LOR first?
Thirdly, do you know of any top programs that allow J1 waiver in their AEP?
I have an interview for a fellowship from Cleveland clinic. But I doubt places like those would have J1 waiver positions for AEP.
Really appreciate your selfless help. Thanks 🙏
1. Rishabh - Your first question yes without USA or Canada experience you begin as a fellow. The reason for this is that the the state medical board requires training to give you an independent license. Honestly, I wouldn't personally worry about this. Getting into alternate entry path program is big and either one (fellow and/or faculty) should be fine.
2. Yes I know anesthesiologists who have come directly form India to USA and those who have stopped in other countries and then come to USA. You cannot compare yourself to them as there may be differences in the experiences and how strong the CV is. Everyone has unique strengths and focus on your own.
3. Yes good programs offer a J-1 waiver. Good luck with your interview and do check with Cleveland clinic if they offer a J-1 waiver.
hello this is nikitha,i have done my mbbs from india,my ultimate goal is usmle but i wanna support myself financially until i get my steps can i work for patient care coordinators or medical assistance...
Yes you can if you are able to work as a non-physician if you get a position and the employer is willing to sponsor your visa.
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What about internal medicine?
I am ECFMG certified, passed Step 3 and currently working as hospitalist in the middle east & for 7 years now, I was trained in Ireland.
Internal Medicine like most other specialties offers alternate entry path
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Thank you so much
Thanks for your informative video. I have a very specific question. I'm a radiation oncologist from India with 10 years of experience. I have finished USMLE Steps 1, 2, and 3. I'm currently doing a non-ACGME accredited fellowship in radiation oncology at a reputed university in the USA. I recently was interviewed at another university for the ABR alternate pathway where they are willing to offer me a one-year fellowship followed by a faculty position. The chair of the program has asked me a specific question as to whether I will be eligible to practice in an independent capacity as a faculty and whether the insurance companies accept my services under an independent capacity for compensation? Can you answer this question? Thanks in advance.
Our expert team has guided many IMGs with these types of questions. The answer will be clear after doing an in-depth analysis of your. situation. You could speak to one of our experts. This can be done by booking a video appointment using this link imgsecrets.com/portal/bookings or by going to our website www.IMGSecrets.com & booking an appointment from there.
Sir any website link for American board of Neonatology Alternate Pathway (International Medical Graduate) ? ...plz provide this link sir..
Hi. Thanks for the informative video. I am trained as a Neurologist from Pakistan and now working in UK post MRCP. Is there any alternative pathway for Neurology.
Yes there is
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Thank you for your positive videos , can we find fellowship in Thoracic surgery field in USA?
Yes
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i have done internal medicine residency from nepal. can I apply less competitive fellowships like nephro, INFECTIOUS disease, which goes vacant every year.
Yes can work in your favor but depends on the background. For guidance you can reach out at www.imgsecrets.com through appointments
Thank you for making this video, it's very informative. I was just wondering if research/publications are needed for the Clinical Educator pathway? I'm an anaesthetic registrar in the UK and want to apply via the Clinical educator pathway down the line. Even though we take part in audits and quality improvment projects in UK anaesthesia training we don't all automatically do much primary research or get publications. Can I focus more on clinical anaesthesia and quality improvement projects, presentations and teaching opportunities instead of trying to get into primary research as that isn't my main interest?
Thank you. UK graduates are eligible for clinician educator pathway which is not a research based pathway. Focusing on the things you mentioned should make you competitive. Publishing your quality improvement projects will be beneficial for your application.
Thank you so much for the reply. Another question if it’s okay…is it possible to approach an institution to do a fellowship first then ask to join as faculty onto the clinician educator pathway? How would this work for places that only take people who’ve done US residency for their fellowship? Is it worth still contacting them or would they just not accept international anaesthetists?
@@nelliedivani9063 As i mentioned in the video, it is difficult to predict which hospital is willing to hire an alternate entry path program candidate at this particular point of time. A good approach in my opinion will be to directly ask for alternate entry path program rather than a two step approach of fellowship and then clinician educator pathway. Definitely worth contacting as you never know who is hiring. Be mentally prepared and don't lose hope if the first or second or more hospitals say no..
Thank you for your helpful video! I am a US citizen and a first year med student in Australia and my school is found on the wfme website. I am currently in a five year direct entry medicine and was wondering when is the right time to take the USMLEs. Also, following the alternate entry program, would this mean that I will be a fellow/faculty in the US after residency in Australia? Finally, would it be a stronger case if I were to do a residency in Canada instead of Australia under the LCME scheme?
What is your long term goal? If USA, then you do MLE as soon as feasible and plan to do residency in the USA. Do follow our youtube channel IMG Secrets for valuable content at www.youtube.com/@IMGSecrets. At any time you feel the need to speak to us, you can book an appointment with us at www.IMGSecrets.com. Wish you the best.
@@AnesthesiaGuru Thank you for your reply. I hope to do residency in either Australia or Canada and go to the USA for fellowship via the alternate entry program. I have also heard about the new law in Tennessee, does that mean I don't need to do residency and potentially, avoid USMLE's?
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Did you find out more details about no residency needed in Tennessee? I just heard Utah, Kentucky, and Florida just passed the same law, and several other states are pending as well.@@damiantran7739
IS it different for radiologists?
What is the restriction after alternative pathway in radiology after residency outside the USA
Not sure what types of restriction you are referring to? If you mean are there any differences between US Graduates after training & board certification compared to IMGs after alternate entry path & board certification, there is no difference in the certification.
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@@AnesthesiaGuru Can Img with board certification by alternate pathway work in private practice or have to be in academic settings only
@@medmadeasy2372 After board certification & full license free to work anywhere
Sir can you drop in the link of ACGME accredited program director list? Is there any other source/link to seek which programs offer this alternate pathway? And how to apply for the same.
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I have done a 2 years Diploma In Anesthesia.... and have an experience of almost 4 years afterward.... what options do i have to work in america?
Fellowship or Residency
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Hello dr thank you for the useful informations.
Do you think that it is possible to start a US residency after completing an anesthesiology residency in Italy and getting the board certification in Italy?
Yes it is
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Another question from me :-) If you get board certified via AEP pathway can you then work in private practice or can you only work in academic settings?
The AEP pathway aims to boost academic work in the USA, be it through education or research. However, if an anesthesiologist chooses not to practice in academic settings after certification, it undermines the purpose of this pathway.
Hello Dr! Thank you for this video. As you said, I’m not the majority. I am an IMG in Canada, I’m starting my second year clinical fellowship accredited by CPSBC. If I get my full license in Canada, am I able to get a license in USA? Is the mccqe equivalent to the USMLE? And does the ECFMG give me a certification with the mccqe? Thank you so much for your help
Good for you that you are doing a clinical fellowship. If you get a full license in Canada it would be relatively easy to get a full license at least in a few states in USA.
ECFMG comes only after USMLE steps 1 and 2 and has nothing to do with mccqe1!
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Sir.. You are doing a great help for IMGs who aspire to work in US
Myself Dr Aashiq Nawal who is presently working as General Surgeon in Muscat.
I have finished MS from India, passed MRCS and trying to purse colorectal fellowship from UK.
My doubts are :-
1. What is my ideal pathway to become a colorectal surgeon in US ?
2. What are the other alternatives i have ?
3. Should i repeat my General Surgery Residency in US ?
4. After getting CCT from UK , will it help me further to cut down years of training in US to practice as Colorectal Surgeon ?
Thank you in Advance sir
Dr. Aashiq, I truly appreciate your kind words.
Considering your current situation, you have a couple of promising options to consider. One option is to consider repeating your residency, which can provide an opportunity to strengthen your skills and knowledge further.
Alternatively, you might explore the possibility of pursuing a clinical fellowship, which can provide specialized training and expertise in your desired field.
Additionally, after obtaining your CCT, you could also explore the path of directly entering the workforce as a consultant, leveraging your qualifications and experience.
The choice ultimately depends on how strong a background you are coming with.
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Even matching into general surgery is hard, isn't it?
Very Nice Vedio
Thanks.
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Thank you for the great video sir. I am Dr. Karthikesh working as a Specialist Urology in Dubai, UAE. I have done my MBBS, DNB General Surgery & Mch Urology from India sir. I am planning to give USMLE steps and apply for a Fellowship in US sir. Is it possible to continue in the same Subspeciality in US after my fellowship sir. Kindly guide me sir.
In short yes. However, there are a few considerations here. After fellowship, you will have to secure a job or repeat residency. This will depend on how strong your accomplishments are in Urology and your CV in general. There are IMGs who have been able to secure a job as a Urologist without repeating residency. This is rare and the license may be restricted to that hospital alone. On the other hand, if you get into an alternate entry path then you will get an independent license with no regional restrictions.
Thank you so much for the reply sir...
Is it possible to do a critical care job via this pathway? I completed an MD anesthesiology residency in 2013 in India.. After 3 years in 2016, I joined a critical care program(FNB) in India, thereafter I have been doing a job in the critical care department since 2016. I received an international award in critical care medicine in 2019 in Berlin, Germany, as I cleared the EDIC(European Diploma Intensive Care Medicine) exam with the first rank. Then I moved to the UK and now working with NHS. Is it possible to go to the USA with this pathway, as I have an international award in critical care medicine? I prefer to be working as a critical care specialist.
It's definitely within the realm of possibility. To provide a clearer and more tailored pathway, a deeper understanding of your unique profile is essential. If you're interested in discovering the precise steps forward for your specific situation, I invite you to book an appointment with us at Calendly.com/IMGSecrets. Our focused session will ensure we address your needs and aspirations comprehensively. Looking forward to guiding you on this exciting journey!
Hi graduated in radiology and got 6 years of clinical experience but no research background.can I try elternate pathway?
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Thanks for this informative channel Dr Iyer. Is it possible to be faculty for the entire 4 years of AEP without prior ACGME fellowships experience or only with non accredited fellowships, how about the license do we need an independent one( which needs ACGME training) to become faculty during the 4 years. TIA
Yes it is possible. You do need a full license. In short it depends on your country of specialization and previous experiences.
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I released my first video on the options in Canada. I will be having the video on USA next week describing with examples how the license and the AEP works depending on the country of specialization. You can check it out.
@AnesthesiaGuru Thanks for your reply definitely I'll subscribe, if it's okay how would I get full license without ACGME TRAINING, Is it possible to get special license to work as faculty without it? Am really sorry if am overwhelming you witj my questions😊
@@AmdKalil you need a full license. This comes from 1. previous USA or Canadian experience 2. Enter AEP as a fellow get a license and then become consultant
@AnesthesiaGuru I cannot thank you enough, Dr. Iyer! 🙏🙏🙏🙏
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Sir, will we be paid during the tenure of AEP as a fellow or faculty before getting the ABA license?
And the data you have mentioned, doesn't tell if it applies to those opting for AEP sponsored by the program. Though one can assume that is the amount one would get if taken the primary USMLE/Residency pathway.
Can you please clarify on that or forward any source of anaesthesiologists currently in the system through AEP and what their pay looks like?
Please is there alternative pathway in psychiatry for IMG who has fellowship certificate from his own country like Nigeria
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Hello Sir,
Thank you for your informative videos, more importantly for giving people like me hope to pursue this path.I am an IMG with anesthesia residency from India I have completed my USMLE step 1/2/CS, yet to give my step 3. I have a question, If I secure an interview for an ACGME accredited Anesthesia fellowship will the program be able to give me position after I complete my Step 3. As most of the states have criteria to give a License with at least 1 year of residency training in USA, or PD can waive that off. Also can i ask for AEP during the interview. Sorry for such a long question.
Thank you 🙏
I missed your comment. As an IMG from India your fellowship will not be ACGME accredited unless you get into Alternate Entry Path. You should rather ask for AEP rather from the get go.
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Please send details of AEP list
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Hi doctor... Thank you for the great info...Am a pathology resident from India. Is the alternative pathway applicable for pathology ?
American Board of Pathology to my knowledge does not offer an alternate pathway for certification.
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Thank you .
Sir.. i have one more question. I am a radiologist and ecfmg certified.. but step 3 yet to give. Am I eligible for AEP pathway? Can I apply for fellowship program in radiology?
You can certainly pursue a radiology fellowship. The possibility of gaining entry through an alternate path will depend on several factors, such as your academic background, accomplishments, and more
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Hello sir , after completing the 4 years of fellowship in radiology and then passing the ABR exam
what are the jobs available and are the salaries same as compared to that of a person who took the residency pathway?
Also if i want to pursue interventional radiology residency can i get it after the alternate pathway ?
Yes there is no difference.
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If you do the fellowship for 1 year then you have to do 3 or 4 years of residency in anesthesia?
Not for alternate entry path - it would be direct consultant for eligible IMGs
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Hey, I've completed my md in Radiodiagnosis from India. Ive heard that alternate pathway has been stopped or no one is getting in. Is that true?
What you have heard is not true. Follow reliable sources.
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2:41 is it tough to match in fellowship program in usa after you complete residency in home country and how competitive is it?
If you have completed residency in your home country then you send an application for fellowship (there wont be a match). There are places that take fellows out of USA and this can take two options 1. Non accredited fellowship or 2. Alternate Entry path. I have explained the latter in this video using anesthesiology as example but the general principles apply to other specialties. Check this out: Is It Possible to Become a Certified Anesthesiologist in the USA Without Residency?ruclips.net/video/FnLodstPLL0/видео.html
It is competitive. The programs generally prefer those who are in the system (this could be a US graduate or an IMG) but sometimes there may be open slots or the program just would like to hire an IMG directly as a fellow.
@Anesthesia Guru I saw nrmp match for fellowship I saw many positions in most positions even in surgery (vascular surgery ) were going vacant with only exception of thoracic surgery 😳
Dr.Rajeev,Is it(Alternate Entry pathway)not applicable for Internal medicine
Dr. Reddy, yes there is. This starts with the IMG securing the position as a consultant in a hospital in the USA and Canada - slightly different conceptually than what is in this video for other specialties.
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Very nice video and informations. Thanks you for everythings.
I am a medical student in Turkey and i need to do my post graduate in Neurosurgery. Is it possible for me to do it in USA or Canada without residency?
Thanks. Post graduation is the same as residency - a different terminology used in different countries.
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I would like tohave the link for AEP in OB gyn. Tnx
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Hey doctor, great informative video . Not a lot of information on this . Im a undergraduate in india and looking to do MD RADIOLOGY here in india itself. However i would want to work in the USA after my post grad Radio here . How much is my possibility that i get to work as consultant in Radiology , and which would be the best way for me to . A quick suggestion and information on this would guide me to decide my career path right now. Thank you in advance.
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Thank you for a very informative and comprehensive video. I am a Radiation Oncologist from Pakistan and currently working in Saudi Arabia. I also have a reasonably good research background and fulfil criteria for ABR pathway. Can you please answer
1) Am I eligible to apply for faculty positions Radiation Oncology?
2) Should I first take my Steps before applying to these positions, or this can be done If I become successful in securing one of the faculty positions?
The good news is that American Board of Radiology offers a pathway for radiation oncologists who are IMGs trained outside USA or Canada. You can find the link for this in the description of this video under American Board of Radiology. However, in order to apply for a faculty position, you will need ECFMG certification which comes after completing step 1 and step 2 CK. Faculty position also typically requires USMLE Step 3 for independent license.
Sir Thank u for ur useful videos I am an IMG graduate from carribean island graduated in 2019 . I did attempt USMLE twice but could not success. I also did my clinical research Programe for 6 months & also preparing for USMLE . Sir my question is whether I would be eligible for any Alternate Entry Path way for for IMG doctors from Carribean island In USA or Canada
Sir I will be very thankful if u suggest if I have any options to get some short time residence training without USMLE steps .
Thank u Sir
Melaine
Melanie, your next steps largely depends on your specific career stage and whether you've completed any residency programs in the Caribbean. To provide you with more tailored advice and answer all your questions comprehensively, we would recommend scheduling a video appointment with us. You can easily book a session at Calendly.com/IMGSecrets, where we can discuss your career path in detail.
Sir Thank u So much for replying
I will schedule an appointment @@AnesthesiaGuru
Sir is it possible to be orthopedic surgeon in usa after ms ortho from india then pass usmle go into fellowship and then apply for consultant post without repeating residency?
Yes possible and we have seen this happen
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Dear Doctor
I am mbbs( 1976) from india age 74yrs with clinical experience in general medical practice in Algeria ,Fiji islands and india now relocating to usa on green card request you to guide me to
work into clinical research or any other clinical field.I have some experience of working in Allergy clinic doind Intradermal tests.
Although there is no official age limit, programs typically focus on recent graduates for clinical or research fellowship.
On the other hand, with your vast clinical experience, you could try applying directly for a consultant position in places where they have a position open. I don't mean to say you would easily get it but what i am saying is it never hurts to try.
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Is it possible to do a combined Anaesthesia critical care job via this pathway?
Not to my knowledge
Hello Doctor thank you for the valuable information can you please send me the link
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Hello sir, what is the selection rate of abr for IMG specialists?
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Sir can u please say if it is possible to enter fellowships in the subject u got job in...and finally do residency in the same subject like anaesthesia in usa via these pathway?should i have 250 up in all steps score to get these jobs or will lower scores do?
Higher scores are generally preferable, but don't let low scores deter you from pursuing your application. It's worth noting that IMGs with lower scores have still achieved success in securing spots. However, in such instances, the other factors must significantly strengthen your application to remain competitive
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@@AnesthesiaGuru thanknyou sir
Thank you for the most informative video sir!!Iam currently pursuing post graduation in anaesthesiology in India.Am I eligible for AEP or do I need usmle?
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Sir is there such alternative pathway for neurologists trained in india ?
There is a special path in Neurology. For this you will have to be a consultant neurologist in the USA & there are a few ways one can become depending on what stage of their career they are at.
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Can an Anesthesiologist from Pakistan apply for AEP and without USMLE?
To do any clinical work in USA, USMLE is required.
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Are plastic surgery fellowships accessible for IMGs?
I recently worked with a plastic surgery fellow who is an IMG if this answers your question.
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Does AEP is applicable for orthopedics?
AEP is available in orthopedics
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Does having a PR increase the chances of getting a fellowship in Canada ?
May be marginally if at all any. The programs look at things like training background, academic achievements etc.
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@@AnesthesiaGuru Actually, I am planning to move to Canada after getting a PR which may take one year from now. If I apply now for the fellowship programme of 1-2 years later from my home country, Nepal, I can be enrolled as a fellow there almost coinciding with the time I will get the PR. I won't have any financial worry if my plan goes this way but I won't be having a PR at the time of applying for the fellowship. What is your advice over this plan of mine?
Sir is it the same for paediatrician also
Thank you
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is it ENT included?
All specialties are included as long there is an eligible candidate
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Hello sir very informative video..ive currently completed DNB radiology ..seeking for further training in USA …should we get high scores to get into alternate pathway or passing is sufficient ?
Thanks. Alternate Entry Path is not easy to get into - CV must be outstanding with research and must have many accomplishments. If you are very certain that this is the case and your CV is very competitive then the scores does not matter. For residency it does. If you are not sure then scores are important.
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Hello sir… i am a Radiologist. Your video was helpful. Can you provide me a copy of list of PD and their phone number/ email id of radiology program. Thank you.
Dr. Saurav, you can apply for a fellowship. However, eligibility for the AEP pathway will hinge upon several factors, including your academic achievements and training background, etc.
To gain further insight and receive valuable guidance, I recommend signing up on my website, www.IMGSecrets.com. You can indicate you are looking for the list of program directors.
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Great stuff and thank you for the information. Do I need to have a license from home country or country of studying residency to apply for AEP? Do you mind drop me your email address? Thanks again
Thanks. You need to be licensed in your home country.
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Hello sir
Can i have your mail id so that i can communicate personally.i am an orthopedic surgeon from india with ecfmg cwrtificate
Dr. Ramesh, great to know you are ECFMG certified.
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