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Department of Internal Medicine

"...the program has taught me a great deal. The greatest strength of the program is a diverse and cheerful staff and an intense and focused training in cultural competency. I am grateful to the program for this particular training environment since I was new to the US health system. The faculty is extremely watchful and supportive and go out of their way to reward promising efforts with appropriate academic avenues." - Nishith Singh, Resident

Application Process for International Medical Graduates

ERAS

Completed ERAS application which should include the following:

  • Medical Student Performace Evaluations (MSPEs) and Medical School Transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation (at least two from faculty at your medical school)
  • Scores from USMLE Steps 1 and 2, with scores on first attempts of 80 or higher on each exam
  • All applicants must be registered with the NRMP. Positions are filled exclusively through the NRMP.
  • Medical school graduation within the past 5 years
  • ECFMG certificate and transcript (if certificate is pending due to CSA, you may still apply, however you must have a valid ECFMG certificate by the NRMP deadline in February)
  • Clinical US experience is desired
  • We do not sponsor the H1-b visa.

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