ECFMG Sets Up Advisors Network for IMGs

The Educational Commission on Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), the organization that administers the J-1 program for foreign physicians coming for residency programs, has announced the creation of a new program designed to connect doctors planning on coming to train in the US with other international physicians who have successfully entered or completed US training.  

The IMG Advisors Network (IAN) is the first of ECFMG’s plans to help IMG’s make the transition to living and working in the U.S.   Through the program, IMG’s coming to the U.S. will be able to access an online network of advisors to discuss topics such as finding a home, setting up personal finances, getting a driver’s license, relocation issues related to spouses and children, American culture, etc.

ECFMG is currently in the process of building its database of advisors and is seeking ECFMG certified IMG physicians who are willing to serve as volunteer advisors to IMG’s who will enter U.S. training programs.  Questions about the advisors network can be addressed to ian.advisor@ecfmg.org.

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