102. From IMG to Program Director? Critical Care Specialist Dr. Amira Mohamed reveals how she did it! (IMG Roadmap Series #97)
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Have you ever wondered what exactly program directors are looking for when reviewing residency applications from IMGs? Do you also one day see yourself as a program director? Dr. Amira Mohamed is here today to share some valuable insight. Keep listening to learn more about her fascinating journey!
After finishing medical school in Khartoum, Sudan where she was born and raised, Dr. Mohamed made the bold decision to start pursuing medical residency in the US. Here’s how she managed to navigate through the process and some of the highlights of her journey:
Right now she works in the Bronx, New York at the Montefiore Medical Center which is a part of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. There, she serves as a critical care medicine fellowship program director.
Dr. Mohamed also works with the residency program of her institution as part of the clinical competency committee and at the adjoint medical school as a teacher.
Therefore, while she primarily works with fellows, she also works with residents and students.
As a program director, here is some of the advice that Dr. Mohamed has for IMGs:
As a program director she loves when candidates show initiative and go the extra mile. Don’t hesitate to reach out to programs to show your interest!
If you have any further questions, you can reach out to Dr. Mohamed via twitter @amiramohamedmd.
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