How do students from various educational backgrounds gain admission into medical colleges globally?
For instance, high school graduates, including those with Intermediate, BSc, or biology backgrounds, often take the NEET exam in India. Here, they face a 2% chance of securing a seat in government medical colleges. Consequently, many students either enroll in private medical colleges in India, where tuition can reach up to 2 crore rupees, or they opt for medical education abroad in countries like those in Europe, South America, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Georgia, Ukraine, and the Caribbean.

Clinical Rotation:
Clinical rotation refers to the period during medical school where students rotate through different medical specialties in a hospital or clinic setting. This hands-on experience is crucial for applying theoretical knowledge in a practical environment, helping students to understand various aspects of patient care, medical procedures, and team dynamics.
Observership:
Observership, on the other hand, allows medical students or graduates to observe healthcare professionals in action without direct patient interaction. It’s an opportunity to learn by observing clinical practices, patient interactions, and medical decision-making processes. This can be particularly beneficial for international medical graduates preparing for licensing exams in new countries or for those looking to expand their clinical experience.

What are the key aspects of preparing for the USMLE and COMLEX exams, including the use of NBME assessments?

The United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) and the Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination (COMLEX) are critical for medical licensure in the U.S. Here’s how each step relates to preparation:
USMLE Step 1: Focuses on the basic sciences, testing understanding and application of foundational medical knowledge. Preparation involves intensive study of pathology, pharmacology, anatomy, biochemistry, and other core subjects.
USMLE Step 2: Divided into Clinical Knowledge (CK) and Clinical Skills (CS), Step 2 assesses the application of medical knowledge in clinical settings. Preparation includes clinical practice, patient interaction, and understanding of medical management and ethics.
USMLE Step 3: Tests the ability to apply medical knowledge and understanding of biomedical and clinical science to manage patient care in an unsupervised setting. Preparation here emphasizes clinical decision-making, patient management, and emergency care.
COMLEX: Similar to USMLE but tailored for osteopathic medicine, covering osteopathic principles in addition to medical knowledge.
NBME (National Board of Medical Examiners): Offers practice tests known as Comprehensive Basic Science Self-Assessments (CBSSA) for Step 1 and Comprehensive Clinical Science Self-Assessments (CCSSA) for Step 2. These are invaluable for gauging readiness, identifying areas for improvement, and simulating exam conditions.
Preparation for these exams typically involves dedicated study periods, using a combination of textbooks, online resources, question banks, and practice exams to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the material.
Answer: Unlike observerships, clinical externships provide hands-on experience where you are directly involved in patient care. This includes responsibilities such as presenting patients, taking histories, performing physical examinations, and other tasks assigned by your Attending Physician. Observerships, in contrast, are passive experiences where you merely observe without direct patient interaction, and they do not count as U.S. Clinical Experience (USCE) for residency applications. FMG Portal exclusively offers hands-on clinical externships.

Answer: FMG Portal guarantees hands-on clinical experience under the supervision of a U.S. licensed Attending Physician associated with a local teaching hospital. You will engage in activities like patient presentations, histories, physical examinations, and other specialty-specific duties. Upon completion, you will receive a professional letter of recommendation.
What duration should I choose for my externship experience?
Answer: We recommend at least a 12-week externship to meet most residency program requirements. The longer your externship, the more substantial it appears on your resume. Most participants start with our 12-week program.

Answer: Yes, to strengthen your residency applications, we suggest working with multiple Attending Physicians to obtain several LORs.
Will I have to submit full payment for the externship prior to beginning?
Answer: No, FMG Portal allows for monthly billing.
Will it be possible for me to speak with my Attending Physician prior to my start date?
Answer: Yes, we ensure transparency by allowing you to contact your Attending Physician(s) before any payment is due.

Answer: Yes, and you can also receive references from previous participants who have worked with your assigned Attending Physician.

Answer: You can pay these via check, money order, credit card, or wire transfer. U.S. issued card payments can be made directly on our website’s pricing page.

Answer: Yes, we assist in providing accommodations, food, transportation, and ensuring safety at your location across all 50 states.

Answer: Your schedule will generally follow that of your Attending Physician, with a minimum commitment of 5 half days per week. There is some flexibility, which can be discussed prior to starting.

Answer: Apply as soon as possible; we operate on a first-come, first-served basis. We advise submitting documents at least 3 months before you plan to start to allow ample processing time.
For All Master Programs like MHMS, MPH, MBA:
Application Checklist:
Online Application
Official Transcripts (Credential evaluations for international students)
Resume
Essay
Letters of Recommendation
GMAT/GRE Scores (Test-Optional Admission)
TOEFL/IELTS/DUOLINGO Scores (International students only)

Answer: We offer externships in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Pediatrics, OB/Gyn, Surgery, Psychiatry, Orthopedics, Emergency Room, Dermatology, and subspecialties like Cardiology, Neurology, Nephrology, Oncology, Urology, Ophthalmology, Pain Medicine, and Hematology.

Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) – www.ecfmg.org
National Residency Matching Program (NRMP) – www.nrmp.org
USMLE Examination Information (USMLE) – www.usmle.org
Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) – www.aamc.org/students/eras
Fellowship and Residency Electronic Interactive Database (FREIDA) – www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/category/2997.html
The Comprehensive Basic Science Self-Assessment for USMLE Step 1 (CBSSA) – www.nbme.org/sas
American Medical Association – www.ama-assn.org
Note: The following links are for informational purposes only; FMG Portal does not endorse these services:
Kaplan Medical – www.kaplanmedical.com
Princeton Review – www.review.com
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