Y is this vedio so underrated though he explains perfectly. Wt kind of viewers r these people gain d knowledge & doesn't even drop a like. It's very weird.
So unbelievably helpful. Coming back here to say thank you now as a matched applicant. Passing along this free guide that I stumbled upon and was so helpful.
It would be great if you make a video on how to apply to step one .. I mean "the process". Your channel is of great help to people like me who don't have proper guidance and thank you 😁😁.
I gonna start medical school soon and I wanna have a plan and a goal before I start. Right now everything is so confusing and seems very overwhelming but I’m learning about all this just to prepare myself and motivate myself to work hard to get there. Thanks for the video.
Thank you so much for these videos, they are super helpful! I am starting to prepare for my Step 2 Ck and would like to know when you will be posting a video about it like you did for Step 1 which was super informative
I'm really liking these videos. Explains the entire process so clearly. I've already been recommending it to people who are just getting started! Looking forward to more! :)
Loved this USMLE journey overview video. Could you kindly make a video on how to make a realistic study schedule for the USMLE Step 1, 2 CK and 3 exams? Appreciate your help!
Thanks for putting the info in a systematic manner. Has made things easier and compact in an otherwise scattered info availability from other sources. So, congrats and thanks. Kindly correct me if I am wrong, in the above video ( USCE section) you stated clerkship and sub internships cannot be taken after Medical school course is complete. My understanding ( till before this video) was that IMGs can undertake what they call 'electives' before completion of medical school. And, clerkships, externships can be undertaken after completion of MBBS. Kindly, also explain what is sub-internship regards
Can you do a video on how to find research opportunities online? My country doesn’t have many research opportunities that matter or have impact. Also for clerkships, if i have to do them before i graduate does that mean i have to take time off from my uni to take one in US?
hello doctor challa first of all a hearty congratulations for getting matched in the US as an IMG . my question for you is how a third year indian student studying abroad should pursue everything regarding USMLE ? should USCE be taken before or after graduation ? and most preferably when should one start preparing for USMLE , before or after graduating ? i'd really appreciate your reply , thanks :)
Can i go in this sequence 1 usmle step 1 2 USCE and letter of recommendation 3 graduation from med school 4 step 2 ck and cs 5 step 3 6 matching Coz i want to gain us clinical experience before graduation and give step 2 and 3 after graduation
If I want to get into a surgery residency what kind of clerkships should I do? Is research compulsory? Also how tough is it for an IMG to get into Surgery residency? I wish to become Cardiothoracic surgeon. So do you think integrated cardiothoracic residency is better or general surgery and then 2 year cardiothoracic residency? I really want to have a clarity regarding this. I only recently found out your channel. Thank u for speaking about IMG residency and step prep in detail. I would really appreciate it if you could make a video on surgery residency or reply to this comment. Thank you very much!
Great video sir , can you please tell the timeline for further STEPS and USCE if you take your step 1 in 3rd yr ending ?( Acc. To indian medical student.)
so Dr, there are some modifications, upgradations, in exam styles, eligibilty, IMG needs in US, etc. can you make new version "What is USMLE?" according to updates please, thanks
You told everything but you did not tell what would an international student do meanwhile everything is being processed..?? Like where to stay, go, work, whom to meet, learn etc. cuz he is on visa and not a resident of the USA..
Excellent video, congratulations for starting a channel that will help many of us IMGs. I understand that some specialties are almost impossible for IMGs, internal medicine is friendly, but is the cardiology fellow possible for us?
Sir, what is the time limit to take usmle exams and for certification after applying for ecfmg(if I apply before 2024 to follow current rules)? Please clarify.
So Step 2 CS is a clinical live-encounter exam. When I say this, I mean that its a practical where there are 12 patients and you have to take the history of these patients and formulate a differential Diagnosis. It isn't a hard test and people spend anywhere from 1 week to 1 month to prepare for this test. You will need to learn certain generic formats to take a history. Every patient encounter will last around 20 minutes and you will have 6-8 minutes to prepare patient notes. There are 5 testing centers mentioned in the video. It is a pass/fail test and you will be graded on 3 different components. Patient encounter, English proficiency and Clinical knowledge. Don't worry about the knowledge, the cases are relatively basic. If you've done Step 1 or Step 2 ck, the knowledge part of the test won't be a problem at all. You'll just take time to learn the format of the test and the format of history taking
Your video is super informative and useful! Can you please tell me whether publications are required for matching? I do know they are necessary for neurosurgery.
Hey, this is a great video. Wanted to ask, how do you know when you're ready to book the slot for Step 1? Will an nbme score help decide or completing a certain % of the course? Don't want to rush booking it but unfortunately, I'm pressed on time as well. Thanks! :)
How are the interviews like? Do the program directors seek them as an opportunity to know about the candidate in general or is another opportunity for them to test your knowledge?
In general, once you get an interview, you have already completed the credentials that the program requires. Therefore, most programs don't test your knowledge. Instead they just try to see how compatible you are with the program. They like to attain a general gist of your personality to see if you would be friendly and work well with others in the program. However, this isn't to say that programs don't ask questions. I've had an interview where the program directory asked me medical questions. But this is rare!
What of if a student is the first batch of medical students from the university because the university is new but the university name appears in the world directory of medical university but there is no sponsor notes needed for the ecfmg what does this student have to do please?
Great content Dr. Challa. Are there any structures or provisions put in place by the USMLE board to help in visa application and stay in the USA for IMGs to take step 2 CS since it can in only 5 centers in the USA.
Nice video I have one question , I'm 47 years old , l graduated 1999 A . D Can I take step 1 and step 2 ck and step 2 cs ? I know I will not be able to match , I want only the certificate to apply for a job in gulf area ?
THAT'S REALLY A NICE VIDEO FOR IMGs. BUT I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW AS INDIAN MEDICAL GRADUATE, WHAT'S THE AVERAGE TIME PERIOD TO GET INTO US RESIDENCY AFTER PASSING OUT MBBS KEEPING IN MIND THAT THE STUDENT IS PREPARING FOR USMLE FROM EARLY YEARS OF MBBS?
I have a question sir, step 1 cost around 1000dollars if we fail it 1st attempt should we repay the step 1 amount again or its valid if we take under 6 months
Hey guys! I have a question , i hope someone will answer it : I am already in residency in my Country, 2nd year , is it possible for me to take the USMLE steps if I’m already in training ? I’m not sure I want to practice in my country . thanks !
Thank you for your awesome videos for IMGs. I am a 2 yr old graduate from Turkey. I am also an American citizen and decided to take the USMLEs and go back to the USA. I quit my job(as an emergency dr) just to be able study for the exams but I am worried that I have almost nothing to put on my Resume( except a month of observership in the States.)and I don’t obviously wanna lose much time before being able to start in a residency program there. but before doing a research or any kind of extracurricular in the States, how can ask to even write LORs for me. so, Im thinking of taking the step1 and 2ck in my country and go to the States to do some kind of research to put into my Resume and then take the step 2Cs and apply for a program( which will still take me a couple of years I guess) do you have any recommendations for me to do at this point or for later on? Also my husband who is a pediatrician here in Turkey, will also apply with me along the way, do you know anything about the couple match? thank you so much DR. Challa.
Thanks for the video! Do rank lists require you to pick top 3 or is there enough slots for every program you interviewed at? And also if you apply for IM do you need an LOR from the Head of the department at your med school in that speciality to be one of your 3 LORs or can you use only LORs from US doctors? Thanks!
You can rank as many programs as you want in your Rank Order List. You are not limited to any number and you can rank all the programs you got an interview from. When it comes to Letters of recommendations, you should have at least 3. It can be from your country or the United States. In the ERAS system, you can submit as many LORs as you'd like. However, when submitting your application to a program, you can submit a maximum of 4 LORs. The LORs can be from any faculty that you have worked closely with. It would be preferable if the LORs you submit are from United States because it holds a lot more credibility in the eyes of the program director. However, you should still try to obtain 1-2 LORs from your head of department and maybe also another faculty just in case you aren't able to get any LORs from American faculty by the time of submission.
How much YOG is too much to apply in ophthalmology in US? For ex., is doing a residency in family medicine in Canada (2 years), then doing USMLEs for one year, then applying the next year too much? I Graduated in 2020 in Canada (and lets say I get good USMLE scores)
Thank you for this video. I have a couple questions: I've finished my residency in India and wish to come to the US now. So I can only do observerships there.. what tips would you give me in this scenario?
I'm 2nd year medical student from Russia.i have question about a clinical rotation. How to apply for clinical rotation? Is it possible for img students? Can you explain it?
I have a quick question. You mentioned that clerkships should be done before graduating. So did you mean before graduating the international medical college? How would that be possible though if you are enrolled in your native med school. I graduated in feb 2019 and did internship at my medical school associated hospital for 6 months. Recently gave step 1. So would I be able to do clerkships now? Thank you.
Sir please tell that are their possibilities of non us imgs matching to orthopedic .And if yea then please also tell that what are things one had to do to get a match in orthopedic
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Y is this vedio so underrated though he explains perfectly. Wt kind of viewers r these people gain d knowledge & doesn't even drop a like. It's very weird.
This is super helpful for anyone who wants to study for the USMLE and lays down a good foundation on how to go about the whole process!
This makes the process a lot less confusing, very organized :)
Thank you, very much! Appreciate it!
So unbelievably helpful. Coming back here to say thank you now as a matched applicant. Passing along this free guide that I stumbled upon and was so helpful.
This channel will hit 100k in less than a year, great content👌🏿
Thank you very much!🤞
It’s been a year but it’s not at 100k smh
@@yolksjackz9933 haaa haaa
Ur comment didn't age well
Love how informative this channel is from an img’s perspective! Keep them coming!
Thank you! More to come soon!
Really nice video and very detailed. This is like a 101 class for who ever is applying for USMLEs
Glad it was helpful! Thank you!
you both have challa in your name.. is it a coincidence or are you related? 😅
It would be great if you make a video on how to apply to step one .. I mean "the process". Your channel is of great help to people like me who don't have proper guidance and thank you 😁😁.
I gonna start medical school soon and I wanna have a plan and a goal before I start. Right now everything is so confusing and seems very overwhelming but I’m learning about all this just to prepare myself and motivate myself to work hard to get there. Thanks for the video.
Thank you so much for these videos, they are super helpful! I am starting to prepare for my Step 2 Ck and would like to know when you will be posting a video about it like you did for Step 1 which was super informative
Thank you! I'm glad you found it helpful. A video on with a study strategy for Step 2 is on its way soon! :)
This the only video with this type of information !
Thank you!
Been looking all over for videos like this. Very informative and to the point. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful! Thank you!
This was really informative, thank you! (also as a fellow youtuber I want to say that your editing is really amazing!)
Thank you Semio! Really Appreciate it! I subscribed to your channel. Would love to do content with you at some point!
Dr Challa yess we should totally do it! 🙌🏾🙌🏾
I'm really liking these videos. Explains the entire process so clearly. I've already been recommending it to people who are just getting started! Looking forward to more! :)
This is so good! Really clarifies the process. Thanks a lot!
Loved this USMLE journey overview video. Could you kindly make a video on how to make a realistic study schedule for the USMLE Step 1, 2 CK and 3 exams? Appreciate your help!
Has all the technical aspects laid out really well, extremely informative
Thank you!
The best video out there for someone just starting out, thank you !
Great breakdown of the process! Waiting for more! :)
Very informative video! Thank you! Waiting for more videos
Glad you liked it!
Perfectly described, got all the information I need. Thankss
Great to hear! Glad it was helpful!
Thank you so much! Amazing, well-conducted, clearly explained video! Keep it up!
Well organized, very informative video! Thank you!😊👌
Great presentation!
Precise, organized, and contains everything relevant!
Awesome video! Thanks for making it so clear :)
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks for putting the info in a systematic manner. Has made things easier and compact in an otherwise scattered info availability from other sources. So, congrats and thanks.
Kindly correct me if I am wrong, in the above video ( USCE section) you stated clerkship and sub internships cannot be taken after Medical school course is complete. My understanding ( till before this video) was that IMGs can undertake what they call 'electives' before completion of medical school. And, clerkships, externships can be undertaken after completion of MBBS.
Kindly, also explain what is sub-internship
regards
could you please do a comparison video of USMLE and NEET/AIIMS?
and also can you elaborate on LRCE AND LORs?
Very informative and detailed video! Thank you and keep creating more! :)
Super informative, clear, and helpful 😃
I saw many videos in you tube about USMLE and I got confused but this video is very very clear. Thank you bro 💕💕 you are doing a great job
Thank you for the great explanation! Helped so much
Please make a detail video on Research experience
Hello, can you make a video on the total expenditure of the entire USMLE process? It would be really helpful.
Thak you sir best usmle video
This is really helpful. Thank you so much!
when are you planning to make a video about CK? Specifically maybe even highlight about pro/con of taking ck before step1. thanks in advance
Can you do a video on how to find research opportunities online? My country doesn’t have many research opportunities that matter or have impact.
Also for clerkships, if i have to do them before i graduate does that mean i have to take time off from my uni to take one in US?
You are my inspiration dr.abishek challa
Thank you very much for a clear description of this process sir!
Glad it was helpful!
Great content! Also great video editing skills. Did you make those animations on your own?
Thank you! And yes I did make the animations on my own! :)
@@DrChalla Great! What software did you use?
Extremely helpful thanku
Please upload on step 2
Thank you thank you thank you thank you, so informative!!
Im glad you liked it! :)
hello doctor challa
first of all a hearty congratulations for getting matched in the US as an IMG .
my question for you is how a third year indian student studying abroad should pursue everything regarding USMLE ?
should USCE be taken before or after graduation ?
and most preferably when should one start preparing for USMLE , before or after graduating ?
i'd really appreciate your reply , thanks :)
Very nice video...😉😉
Thank you!
Trying and failing is better than not trying at all
acan you make a video about the time lime of these steps when we should take step 1,2.3
Can i go in this sequence
1 usmle step 1
2 USCE and letter of recommendation
3 graduation from med school
4 step 2 ck and cs
5 step 3
6 matching
Coz i want to gain us clinical experience before graduation and give step 2 and 3 after graduation
Thank you so much.its best detailed video .🙏👍
it costs a lot for IMGs to give the exam... so retaking it again n again is much tougher.
Great information!
Glad it was helpful!
If I want to get into a surgery residency what kind of clerkships should I do?
Is research compulsory?
Also how tough is it for an IMG to get into Surgery residency?
I wish to become Cardiothoracic surgeon. So do you think integrated cardiothoracic residency is better or general surgery and then 2 year cardiothoracic residency?
I really want to have a clarity regarding this.
I only recently found out your channel. Thank u for speaking about IMG residency and step prep in detail. I would really appreciate it if you could make a video on surgery residency or reply to this comment.
Thank you very much!
Great video sir , can you please tell the timeline for further STEPS and USCE if you take your step 1 in 3rd yr ending ?( Acc. To indian medical student.)
at step 3 ,I am not american citizen then I didn't have visa how to do the situtation sir?
so Dr, there are some modifications, upgradations, in exam styles, eligibilty, IMG needs in US, etc. can you make new version "What is USMLE?" according to updates please, thanks
This was really helpful, thankyou!
You told everything but you did not tell what would an international student do meanwhile everything is being processed..?? Like where to stay, go, work, whom to meet, learn etc. cuz he is on visa and not a resident of the USA..
Excellent video, congratulations for starting a channel that will help many of us IMGs. I understand that some specialties are almost impossible for IMGs, internal medicine is friendly, but is the cardiology fellow possible for us?
Sir, what is the time limit to take usmle exams and for certification after applying for ecfmg(if I apply before 2024 to follow current rules)?
Please clarify.
Can you please explain clearly about cs exam ? How does it takes place?
So Step 2 CS is a clinical live-encounter exam. When I say this, I mean that its a practical where there are 12 patients and you have to take the history of these patients and formulate a differential Diagnosis. It isn't a hard test and people spend anywhere from 1 week to 1 month to prepare for this test.
You will need to learn certain generic formats to take a history. Every patient encounter will last around 20 minutes and you will have 6-8 minutes to prepare patient notes.
There are 5 testing centers mentioned in the video.
It is a pass/fail test and you will be graded on 3 different components. Patient encounter, English proficiency and Clinical knowledge.
Don't worry about the knowledge, the cases are relatively basic. If you've done Step 1 or Step 2 ck, the knowledge part of the test won't be a problem at all. You'll just take time to learn the format of the test and the format of history taking
Dr Challa tq so much👍🏻
Your video is super informative and useful! Can you please tell me whether publications are required for matching? I do know they are necessary for neurosurgery.
Hey, this is a great video. Wanted to ask, how do you know when you're ready to book the slot for Step 1? Will an nbme score help decide or completing a certain % of the course? Don't want to rush booking it but unfortunately, I'm pressed on time as well.
Thanks! :)
How are the interviews like? Do the program directors seek them as an opportunity to know about the candidate in general or is another opportunity for them to test your knowledge?
In general, once you get an interview, you have already completed the credentials that the program requires. Therefore, most programs don't test your knowledge. Instead they just try to see how compatible you are with the program. They like to attain a general gist of your personality to see if you would be friendly and work well with others in the program. However, this isn't to say that programs don't ask questions. I've had an interview where the program directory asked me medical questions. But this is rare!
In your opinion, is it wise for me to prepare for USMLE right from my Prefinal year?
Thanks it was very helpful but can you tell us how to get involved if there is any companies or applications help us to observation
When should I start preparing to take the usmle. Before I graduate or after?
Thank you for the video! Is there some kind of "penalty" to attempting the Match multiple times?
What if we write STEP 3 for the Visa and later you realize the score isn't the best(after matching) can we write it again?
I don't think you can write step 3 again. However, the score in your step 3 isn't necessary. Most people just try to pass Step 3
sir, do i've to mail physically to ECFMG office every time to take a signature from our Dean for USMLE exam STEP 1, STEP 2CK , STEP 3?
What of if a student is the first batch of medical students from the university because the university is new but the university name appears in the world directory of medical university but there is no sponsor notes needed for the ecfmg what does this student have to do please?
this is very clear you're amazing
Sir how much student debt do,you have? Nice video.
Thank you so much!
Great content Dr. Challa. Are there any structures or provisions put in place by the USMLE board to help in visa application and stay in the USA for IMGs to take step 2 CS since it can in only 5 centers in the USA.
Nice video
I have one question , I'm 47 years old , l graduated 1999 A . D
Can I take step 1 and step 2 ck and step 2 cs ?
I know I will not be able to match , I want only the certificate to apply for a job in gulf area ?
Hi! Why do you say you'll not be able to match?
THAT'S REALLY A NICE VIDEO FOR IMGs. BUT I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW AS INDIAN MEDICAL GRADUATE, WHAT'S THE AVERAGE TIME PERIOD TO GET INTO US RESIDENCY AFTER PASSING OUT MBBS KEEPING IN MIND THAT THE STUDENT IS PREPARING FOR USMLE FROM EARLY YEARS OF MBBS?
Passing score is now 214 for Step 2
I have a question sir, step 1 cost around 1000dollars if we fail it 1st attempt should we repay the step 1 amount again or its valid if we take under 6 months
Can you please explain me more about USCE..?
Hey guys! I have a question , i hope someone will answer it : I am already in residency in my Country, 2nd year , is it possible for me to take the USMLE steps if I’m already in training ? I’m not sure I want to practice in my country . thanks !
Great motivational video
Thank you!
How should I go for electives abroad when in my med school ? Are there any application forms that have to be filled online ?
how does someone studying medicine in let's say the UK get Hands on Clinical experience in the US before graduation?
What if my school is not in the world directory?
Did you complete your mbbs/undergrad from india?
Like when is the best time/year for indian mbbs students to give step 1?
As an IMG do you have to be in the US before taking the different steps of the exam?
Thank you for your awesome videos for IMGs. I am a 2 yr old graduate from Turkey. I am also an American citizen and decided to take the USMLEs and go back to the USA. I quit my job(as an emergency dr) just to be able study for the exams but I am worried that I have almost nothing to put on my Resume( except a month of observership in the States.)and I don’t obviously wanna lose much time before being able to start in a residency program there. but before doing a research or any kind of extracurricular in the States, how can ask to even write LORs for me. so, Im thinking of taking the step1 and 2ck in my country and go to the States to do some kind of research to put into my Resume and then take the step 2Cs and apply for a program( which will still take me a couple of years I guess) do you have any recommendations for me to do at this point or for later on? Also my husband who is a pediatrician here in Turkey, will also apply with me along the way, do you know anything about the couple match? thank you so much DR. Challa.
Hi Silan, I hope you don’t mind me asking but how far along in the process are you now with the USMLE, wishing you all the best in the transition
Thanks for the video. If I become a US citizen before the step3 is it required to take in order to do the residency?
Thanks for the video! Do rank lists require you to pick top 3 or is there enough slots for every program you interviewed at? And also if you apply for IM do you need an LOR from the Head of the department at your med school in that speciality to be one of your 3 LORs or can you use only LORs from US doctors? Thanks!
You can rank as many programs as you want in your Rank Order List. You are not limited to any number and you can rank all the programs you got an interview from.
When it comes to Letters of recommendations, you should have at least 3. It can be from your country or the United States. In the ERAS system, you can submit as many LORs as you'd like. However, when submitting your application to a program, you can submit a maximum of 4 LORs.
The LORs can be from any faculty that you have worked closely with. It would be preferable if the LORs you submit are from United States because it holds a lot more credibility in the eyes of the program director. However, you should still try to obtain 1-2 LORs from your head of department and maybe also another faculty just in case you aren't able to get any LORs from American faculty by the time of submission.
Should you go to the US to take the USMLE?
Very good video
Thanks
How much YOG is too much to apply in ophthalmology in US? For ex., is doing a residency in family medicine in Canada (2 years), then doing USMLEs for one year, then applying the next year too much? I Graduated in 2020 in Canada (and lets say I get good USMLE scores)
what is the visa to be applied for clerkship for Indian Doctor (hands on)? what duration should one aim for?
This video was really useful for me. If I am in my first year( IMG ) , can I prepare for usmle step 1 in the second year and then appear in 3rd year ?
Thank you for this video. I have a couple questions:
I've finished my residency in India and wish to come to the US now. So I can only do observerships there.. what tips would you give me in this scenario?
I'm 2nd year medical student from Russia.i have question about a clinical rotation. How to apply for clinical rotation? Is it possible for img students? Can you explain it?
I have a quick question. You mentioned that clerkships should be done before graduating. So did you mean before graduating the international medical college? How would that be possible though if you are enrolled in your native med school. I graduated in feb 2019 and did internship at my medical school associated hospital for 6 months. Recently gave step 1. So would I be able to do clerkships now? Thank you.
what would you recommend to do from the very beggining of medschool to maxamize chances later on
Sir please tell that are their possibilities of non us imgs matching to orthopedic .And if yea then please also tell that what are things one had to do to get a match in orthopedic