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The IMG Roadmap Podcast

Dr. Nina Lum
International Medical Graduates (imgs)
U.S. Residency Application
International Medical Graduates
Application Strategies
Letters Of Recommendation (lors)
USMLE
Impactful Experiences
Personal Statements
Match a Resident
H-1b Visa
Emergency Medicine
National Interest Waivers
Residency Match
Soap
IMG Roadmap
Family Medicine
Little Rock, United States
Residency Application Process
Imgs
Mindset

The IMG Roadmap is the only podcast dedicated to guiding International Medical Graduates (IMGs) with success blueprints for this unique pathway. This podcast offers practical tools and equips IMGs with applicable strategies to achieve their “US doctor goals”. I do so by bringing information from successful physicians with first hand experience to students who are still in the process of becoming r... more

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Dr. Miranda
US IMG who studied in the UK and matched into Family Medicine in Massachusetts
University of Nottingham (education); US residency in Massachusetts
Episode: 153. From the UK to UMass: How Dr. Miranda Matched with Strategy, Not Luck! (IMG Roadmap Series #132)
Dr. Nishitha Bujala
Neurology resident, movement disorders enthusiast, writer
Resident in Neurology, New York
Episode: 152. From Unmatched to Neurology Resident: Dr. Nishitha Bujala's IMG Success Story (IMG Roadmap Series #131)
Dr. Davion Bartholomew
Emergency Medicine physician from Trinidad and Tobago, IMG journeyer and pre-match recipient
Public hospital, Department of Emergency Medicine, Trinidad and Tobago
Episode: 151. How Dr. Davion Bartholomew Secured a Pre-Match Offer Despite Multiple Step 1 Attempts (IMG Roadmap Series #130)
Christian Matishak
Anesthesiologist
CHI St. Vincent's, Little Rock, Arkansas
Episode: 150. From Surgery to Anesthesiology: Dr. Christian Matishak’s Journey Through the Match (IMG Roadmap Series #129)
Dr. Helena
An IMG and emergency medicine physician who has experience in travel emergency medicine and has previously studied in Hungary.
Episode: 147. Emergency Medicine as an IMG: The Truth About Matching, SLOEs, and Networking with Dr. Helena (IMG Roadmap Series #128)
Dr. Damien-Ange Sighaka
Internal Medicine Resident
Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital
Episode: 146. “Old” IMG, New Match: How a 10-Year Gap Didn’t End Dr. Damien-ange Sighaka’s Dream (IMG Roadmap Series #127)
Dr. Tolulope Abikoye
IMG from Nigeria practicing family medicine in Jacksonville, Florida
Family Medicine Physician
Episode: 145. How a Nigerian IMG Became a U.S. Citizen: The Real Timeline + Key Paperwork with Dr. Tolulope Abikoye (IMG Roadmap Series #126)
Nsikak Daniel
PGY1 emergency medicine resident
Episode: 143. IMG Success Story: Dr. Nsikak Daniel’s Path to Residency

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Dr. Nina Loom
Host of the IMG Roadmap Podcast, dedicated to empowering IMGs with the tools to achieve their residency goals.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 181 ratings
  • Very informative

    I used Dr Lum’s IMG roadmap to secure my residency spot! She has plenty of info on how to curate your Personal Statement and request four letters of observership/recommendation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    eustacimplicity
    United States10 months ago
  • Tremendously helpful

    I’ve been listening to the podcast and I can’t begin to tell how it has been useful! I read so much non-sense on the internet! It’s relieving to hear from real people who suffered a real struggle! Thank you Dr Lum

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lady_darkh
    United States5 years ago
  • Her positive energy is always motivating

    Listen to almost all of her episodes and they are all motivating and super helpful

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kindalem
    United States5 years ago
  • Awesome!

    I am a 4th year med student, and I have been listening to this podcast and it has really helped me plan ahead and take inspiration from all those who have matched!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yashjot kaur
    India5 years ago
  • Thank you

    Thank you for your work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    phoenix SAO
    United States5 years ago

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Many find the real success stories shared extremely valuable, echoing a sense of hope and encouragement amidst their own challenges as IMGs.
Listeners appreciate the motivational and supportive tone of the content, often expressing gratitude for the practical advice provided.
The podcast is described as a gem for IMGs, offering crucial resources and relatable experiences that resonate deeply with listeners' situations.

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#19
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#51
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#102
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#120
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#195
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152. From Unmatched to Neurology Resident: Dr. Nishitha Bujala's IMG Success Story (IMG Roadmap Series #131)
Q: What advice would you give to IMGs aiming for neurology in terms of networking and applications?
Attend specialty conferences (like AAN), network with program directors and residents, and demonstrate a defined subspecialty interest; also, don't rely on a single path—consider prelim positions or alternate routes to reach neurology.
152. From Unmatched to Neurology Resident: Dr. Nishitha Bujala's IMG Success Story (IMG Roadmap Series #131)
Q: How did you handle the visa and preliminary year challenges in a competitive field like neurology?
I negotiated visa sponsorship from the start, chose a prelim year with potential to continue in neurology, and leveraged a program that was IMG-friendly and understanding of visa issues, which ultimately allowed me to progress to a PGY-2 in neurology.
152. From Unmatched to Neurology Resident: Dr. Nishitha Bujala's IMG Success Story (IMG Roadmap Series #131)
Q: What were the key steps you took early on to prepare for USMLE and residency applications?
I started preparing very early, aimed to complete all steps in a nine-month span, used focused resources (notably comprehensive PDFs and UWorld), and lined up rotations and observerships in the US to build a strong CV while staying intentional about timing.
150. From Surgery to Anesthesiology: Dr. Christian Matishak’s Journey Through the Match (IMG Roadmap Series #129)
Q: What is a suicide match and how did it play out for you?
He explains a suicide match as ranking a single program with great hope, which can work but carries risk; in his case it ultimately led to a successful outcome when combined with subsequent opportunities.
142. Mastering the U.S. Residency Application: Tips from Match a Resident
Q: How do you deal with writing a personal statement?
It's important to create a narrative arc, share your passions, and be specific about your experiences and motivations.

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Recent guests on The IMG Roadmap Podcast include:

1. Dr. Miranda
2. Dr. Nishitha Bujala
3. Dr. Davion Bartholomew
4. Christian Matishak
5. Dr. Helena
6. Dr. Damien-Ange Sighaka
7. Dr. Tolulope Abikoye
8. Nsikak Daniel

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