
NRMP (National Residency Match Program) Allows applicant to rank residency programs and participate in The Match. (International medical graduates) AMG (American medical graduates) ECFMG certificate USMLE step1, step2CK, step2CS Medical school graduation ERAS/MATCH USMLE step3 Residency training Medical board Can practice medicine in the USĩ ERAS and NRMP ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service) - Allows applicant to compose application online and forward to multiple residency programs. abroadĦ Why and Where? Why USA? Not much choice in Korea For childrenīetter life with more money More opportunity Opportunity to study with international experts Purpose, mission and vision Othersħ How, When? How? When? Immigration J-1 visa H-1 visa ECFMG certificateĪfter graduation or during training After training (after army service) During faculty positionĨ IMG AMG ECFMG certificate USMLE step1, step2CK, step2CS Medical school Graduation Taking Korean Medical Assoc (KMA) Exam Can be chosen Subspecialty Academic career vs.

DeBakey “As long as God has given you a good body and a good mind, you should use it”Ĥ Medical Doctor in USA Introduction Status of medical field in USĥ Medical Doctor in USA No choices Can be chosen Enter medical school

Ro, MD, PhD, Director of Surgical Pathology Professor, Weill Medical College of Cornell University Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Korea April 6, 2009ģ Dr. Presentation on theme: "Medical Doctors in USA: How to prepare USMLE?"- Presentation transcript:ġ Medical Doctors in USA: How to prepare USMLE?
