Road to US Residency Training tips and advice on entering residency training
Guiding Your Next Step!
Road to US Residency Training tips and advice on entering residency training
Guiding Your Next Step!
Introduction
Steven Friedman, B.S., M.D.
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Welcome
My name is Dr. Steven Friedman. I am an IMG like you, and have gone through the rigors of examinations, interviews, rejections, hardships, and ultimately the success of obtaining and completing United States post graduate residency training and US licensure in multiple states and jurisdictions.
Though I completed my training decades ago the hard work then was in no way easy. It was still tough to enter residency as an IMG.
Nowadays many think it is more difficult owing to the sheer number of applicants and higher USMLE scores for entry. While this is true it is also true that today the aspiring resident has many more resources at their disposal largely due to the internet, something that did not exist in the era of my training. One could even argue it was more difficult then without the online resources and study materials so widely available today.
I owe a debt of gratitude to those who mentored me and served as role models. Many were IMG's that had been through it and had the benefit of wisdom.
Nowadays though you may need higher scores actual residency is more humane, less cruel from a work hours-sleep deprivation perspective.
I miss and cherish the camaraderie we shared. Medical graduates from many countries around the world. Many smart people indeed, Many different cultures to learn about.
Besides my years in clinical practice I have also lectured and developed a course including simulated patients for IMG's to prepare for USMLE Clinical Skills Exam. This while also sharing my acquired wisdom of the US Postgraduate medical training system.
I am familiar with high yield study options, IMG friendly programs, and how to use networking to your advantage.
There are several things an IMG can do to strengthen their candidacy and increase their chance of obtaining a residency.
My goal is to help solidify your chances for success. My greatest satisfaction is to see you achieve your goals.
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How does it work
After submitting your USMLE scores Part I, II, or both, C.V. and residency aspiring to I will review.
You will be offered 100 minutes of cumulative ongoing telephonic consultation at mutually convenient times. No limit on number of calls or type of advice sought. I will do my best to provide the most useful pertinent high yield information and suggestions.
Should you fail to match and/or fail to gain a slot outside the match I will refund in full the fee.
If this sounds OK please read below section.
Pricing
100 minutes cumulative telephone access with me. 100 US Dollars. Fully refundable if you fail to match or gain slot outside the match.
Forms of Payment Accepted
Paypal. We are looking into other payment channels as well.