Is general surgery friendly to IMG’s?
Let us look at some data.
In 2020:

US IMGs took up 98 categorical surgery positions

Non US IMGs took up 80 categorical surgery positions

US IMGs took up 82 preliminary surgery positions &

Non US IMGs took up 160 preliminary surgery positions


From India to China to Florida, today’s guest is a preliminary surgery resident who is now applying for a categorical position.
In this episode he tells us how and why he started off in a preliminary position. He also shares the difference between categorical vs. prelim programs as well as his clinical curriculum and plans. You will also learn about his study strategies for the USMLE.
Dr. Chauhan breaks down the process of applying into general surgery residency as an IMG. You can find him on instagram by clicking here .

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