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04.15.08A new state license?! Where do I start?Your first step is understanding your eligibility, which varies by state, and is based on: • Whether you are an American or international medical school graduate and, in some states whether your medical school is approved by the state. VISTA’s team will research a state medical board’s website or utilize the WHO Directory of Medical Schools or the ECFMG FAIMER Directory to determine if a school is acceptable. • The length of post graduate training you have completed. International graduates are commonly required to complete three years of PGT; American grads may meet eligibility with one or two years of training after ...
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03.13.07so simple USMLE instructionsFor IMGs: Steps for obtaining a Medical License/Residency in the U.S. by :drhaisook There’s actually a lot of confusion about how to obtain a Medical License/Residency in the US, especially to IMGs (International Medical Graduates). The fact that there are certain visas that are required for entrance of the country (for taking Step 2 CS exam primarily) is sort of frustrating for those who had never had an experience with such routine processes. Moreover, an IMG would be undecided on whether to take Step 1 exam or Step 2 exam first. First off, it’s highly recommended that you prepare and review for the ...
