RD Orlando: The New Destination for Physicians Who Want to Validate Their Degree in the USA Have you ever imagined living legally in the United States with your family, validating…
Mariana Montebeller, MD
How to Register on the ECFMG Website: A Technical Step-by-Step for Brazilian Physicians Certification by the ECFMG (Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates) is one of…
Mariana Montebeller, MD
What Do US Medical Residency Program Directors Think? Based on the most recent NRMP report - "Charting Outcomes: Program Director Survey Results, Main Residency Match(R) 2024"…
Ramon Vilela, MD, MBA
Medical Residency in the United States in 2026: Important Updates on the ECFMG Pathways On July 30, 2025 , the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG)…
Ramon Vilela, MD, MBA
How to Reason Correctly Through a USMLE Step 1 Question: A Technical Guide for Brazilian Physicians The process of validating a medical degree in the United States is a…
Mariana Montebeller, MD
MyIntealth 2025: The Certification of International Physicians for Residency in the USA Now Made Easier by the New ECFMG Platform If you are an international physician dreaming of…
Ramon Vilela, MD, MBA
Tennessee Passes Law Allowing Foreign Physicians to Practice in the USA Without Residency: See the List of Eligible Medical Institutions for Application A recent piece of…
Rafael Duarte, MD
Guidance Guide for International Medical Graduates – Practicing Medicine in Tennessee Law: https://law.justia.com/codes/tennessee/title-63/chapter-6/part-2/section-63-6-207/…
Rafael Duarte, MD
The United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) is one of the biggest challenges faced by international physicians who wish to practice medicine in the United States. To…
Bruna Trindade, MD
An ideal study schedule for Step 1 should contain a few essential elements, considering a study time of approximately 4 to 5 hours per day: Theoretical foundation (1h/day): Use…
Mariana Montebeller, MD
What Are Letters of Recommendation? Letters of Recommendation (LoRs) are a crucial component in the application process for medical residency programs and for fellowship. They not…
Ramon Vilela, MD, MBA
The duration of medical residency in the USA varies according to the specialty and the residency programs offered by each institution, and can also be extended by up to 3…
Mariana Montebeller, MD
The salary of a physician in the USA is calculated on an annual basis, unlike what we do in Brazil, where we evaluate it on a monthly basis. The amounts received vary according to…
Mariana Montebeller, MD
Today, we are going to address a controversial subject! The answer to the question "Is it possible to work and do medical residency?" can vary. It depends on whom you ask: the…
Viviane Sachs, MD
Many people worry about age when considering moving to the USA and doing medical residency. But is age really a decisive factor for being accepted into a residency program? The…
Viviane Sachs, MD
When it comes to the duration of medical residency in the USA, a quick Google search will show you that they last between 3 and 7 years. Naturally, the shortest are the 3-year…
Viviane Sachs, MD
The duration of medical residency in the United States varies considerably according to the chosen specialty. Understanding the required training time is essential to plan your…
Bruna Trindade, MD
The United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) is one of the most challenging tests for physicians who wish to practice in the United States. But how difficult is it…
Bruna Trindade, MD
Choosing a medical residency in the United States is an important decision and can be influenced by several factors, including ease of admission. For many physicians, knowing…
Bruna Trindade, MD
Practicing medicine in the United States is an achievable dream for many international physicians, bringing not only prestige but also highly rewarding compensation. Although the…
Ramon Vilela, MD, MBA
The NBME Has Published the Rules for Writing USMLE Questions The National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) is responsible for writing the USMLE exams, Shelf Exams, and some…
Rafael Duarte, MD
Comparing Visa Types for Physicians in the USA: J1 vs H1B Among the most common visa options for physicians who come to the USA for residency or fellowship, the J1 and H1B visas…
Rafael Duarte, MD
In recent years, several legislative changes in different US states have opened doors for International Medical Graduates (IMGs) to practice medicine without the need to repeat…
Rafael Duarte, MD
Can I prepare for the USMLE while being a medical student? Anyone who realizes the great opportunity to validate their degree in the USA while still a medical student is…
Rafael Duarte, MD
Doing medical residency in the USA was the most enriching experience of my life. I became more organized, more professional, and a better physician, dealing with an incredible…
Rafael Duarte, MD
Choosing a medical specialty is a crucial decision for any physician, especially for International Medical Graduates (IMGs) who wish to practice medicine in the United States.…
Viviane Sachs, MD
The USMLE (United States Medical Licensing Examination) recently revised its content outline for Step 1, a crucial stage on the path to medical licensure in the USA. In the 2024…
Rafael Duarte, MD
The road to validating your degree in the USA is a difficult path, yet entirely feasible. The biggest obstacles encountered are the famous exams known as the STEPs. Studying for…
Bruna Trindade, MD
When it comes to achieving success in your studies, the strategy of studying through questions stands out as a highly effective approach. Let's explore why this practice is so…
Ramon Vilela, MD, MBA
The transition from USMLE Step 1 to Step 2 CK represents a crucial moment, requiring a thorough understanding of the similarities and differences between these two exams.…
Rafael Duarte, MD