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This is N=1 but I've noticed so many IMGs who do IM residency at no name community programs who end up with cardiology, GI, and heme onc fellowship placements at university programs. Given that the match rate for US residents into cards (66%), GI (75%) and onc (80%) are not that optimal, how are university programs choosing IMGs over US grads? I was told by many attendings that the top 4 factors (only factors) for fellowship placement are (in order): 1. Whether or not you are US citizen 2. Prestige of your IM residency program 3. Prestige of your medical school 4. Research.
Am I missing something here? IMGs usually only have research on their side but how are they still landing competitive fellowship spots over US grads?
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Am I missing something here? IMGs usually only have research on their side but how are they still landing competitive fellowship spots over US grads?
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