What are some misconceptions about the role of research in landing a residency position in the USA? Q#40: Can I work or do research on a J2 visa?
Planning for ECFMG Certification / USMLE Exams Q#1: What are the requirements for ECFMG Certification? A: Graduates of foreign medical schools commit to a multistep process costing upwards of $3000 US when they decide to pursue a residence program or fellowship in the United States. Aside from investigating schools and narrowing down specialties, candidates must obtain certification from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), the body that determines whether prospective students are equipped to enter American programs. ECFMG assesses a candidate’s eligibility through a battery of tests and credentials checks, including the following: Copies of medical school diploma United States Medical Licensing Exams (USMLE) Step 1 Step 2 Clinical Knowledge (CK) Step 2 Clinical Skills (CS-formerly a separate step known as CSA) English Proficiency Test ECFMG has the above results in its database as it is the test conducting agency, but you would be required to provide them
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