129. Charting Your Journey to Residency Success: Discussing Key Strategies for IMGs to Thrive in the US with Dr. Jia Ng

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Imagine going from 0 publications to 15 peer-reviewed papers in just two years. Sound impossible? Well, not for Dr. Jia Ng, an exceptional Nephrologist, researcher, and mentor. Dr. Ng has already graced us with her presence on the podcast in a previous episode, and now it's time to dive deeper into the path from IMG to residency triumph in this captivating interview on Dr. Ng's channel. Here are a few of the highlights of this episode:

• External challenges faced by IMGs during the residency match process:

• Lower retention rates and limited Medicare-funded spots

• Overcoming challenges through mirroring US students' standards, discipline, and dedication

• Persistence, research, and strategic networking as key strategies

• Internal challenges IMGs may face during the residency process:

• Impostor syndrome and lack of adaptability

• Strategies for building a strong foundation, developing resilience, seeking mentorship, and embracing transferable skills

• The crucial role of research in boosting an IMG's application and matching into competitive residency programs:

• Dr. Ng's firsthand experience as an NIH funded researcher

• Research showcases discipline, critical thinking skills, and dedication to improving the medical field

• Active participation in research elevates applications and sets IMGs apart from competitors

• The IMG Roadmap Program: a comprehensive resource for navigating the challenging residency process:

• Created by an IMG who personally experienced the trials and tribulations of the match process

• Addresses common pitfalls and provides tools for developing a competitive application

• Conclusion: Insights into external and internal challenges faced by IMGs, practical strategies, and the importance of research and the IMG Roadmap Program in achieving residency success.

Click here to view the entire live broadcast on Dr. Ng's Channel.

You can also reach out to Dr. Ng via:

@jiahweing on Twitter

@publishmd on Youtube

@publishedmd on Instagram

And through her website publishedmd.com

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