· There are special rules for an IMG to
secure a U.S. residency and in most states to
become licensed.
· It is desirable, if at all possible, to
visit the foreign medical school before you
commit yourself. This is costly but worthwhile
in determining how you will fit
into the new milieu. During your visit you
should thoroughly evaluate the
school's teaching (lecture and lab) and clinical
facilities, library, and prospective
living conditions. You should come back with a
realistic sense of judging your
future prospects for success if you enroll. This
judgment should materialize from
what you see and from conversations with
Americans currently enrolled in the
school. When you get back you should be able to
answer two questions: Will I fit
in and can I make it in spite of all
prospective obstacles?
· Before considering a visit, secure
information about foreign medical schools from
their Web sites and obtain literature from
advising offices. All such information
should, however, be viewed with the
understanding that you are receiving a sales
pitch.
· If you have what it takes, pick the
right school and have the perseverance to stick
it out--it can be done. Good luck!
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