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Can I practice medicine in Canada after US residency?
After completing an ACGME residency in the US, you will be eligible to apply for medical licensure in Canada. Have achieved certification from the College of Family Physicians of Canada or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or the Collège des médecins du Québec.
Is US residency valid in Canada?
Yes. The US and Canada co-accredit both medical schools and residencies. There may be some licensure issues but these are mild compared to trying to go into practice from somewhere else (Canada and the US recognize no other residencies).
Can US medical graduates practice in Europe?
It is the only hospital in Europe where a doctor can practice with a U.S. medical license. American doctors hoping to work in Europe would normally have to re-do their residencies before practicing independently.
How many IMGs are in Canada?
Number of residents in postgraduate programs in 2018/19 was 16,508. Of these, 12,906 were Ministry-funded positions (3,439 at PGY-1); 1,732 were International Medical Graduates (IMGs) and 11,174 were Graduates of Canadian Medical Schools (GCMSs)7. The practice entry cohort in 2018 was 3,543.
Is it difficult to get a medical residency in Canada as IMG?
You’ve encountered some challenges while applying to medical schools despite having a good academic record. You have started looking into international schools, but you may have heard that it could be difficult to secure a medical residency in Canada if you become an international medical graduate (IMG). As always, you’re up for the challenge.
Can international medical graduates apply for residency in the United States?
International medical graduates who have received a visa are eligible to apply for a residency program in the United States. It is strongly encouraged that international medical graduates participate in an observership rotation in a clinical setting before applying to a residency program.
Is it hard to get into medical school as an IMG?
For IMGs the medical profession is an uphill battle. In 2015, more than 12,000 IMGs attempted for residency, while only having a 50\% success rate. Yes, it is hard to get into residency programs. The residencies, Radiology, Surgery, OB/GYN and Orthopedics have been a tough entry for the IMG.
What is an international medical graduate (IMG)?
US medical schools have their own definition of international medical graduates. The location and accreditation of the medical school attended determines whether the graduate is an IMG, not the citizenship of the graduate. This means that American citizens who graduated from medical schools outside the United States and Canada are considered IMGs.