30 F, YOG 2021. I’m from India. Working as a medical officer since 3 years. Zero research and publications. I was preparing for AMC. Suddenly few facts hit me up and now I’m thinking of considering USMLE.
AMC Pathway:
We have to work as RMO for a year before applying for residency. Duration of residency is 4-5 years.
Getting a job itself will take around 6 months -1 year. Have to complete AMC part 2 for higher chances of getting a job.
Pros:
Good work life balance, PR within 2-3 years of stay. Better pay and 1 month vacay. Closer to home country.
Why USMLE:
Even though it’s expensive and long duration (1.5 years to 2 years) we can straight away get into residency program.
Step 3 can be done after matching into residency program. Step 1 and 2 can be done in home country. I feel like this is even more rewarding than AMC.
Global recognition.
Good pay.
Cons:
Need to LORs and USCE.
Research, publications.
Good academic background
Very far from home country
Poor work life balance.
Racism and high cost of living : both countries.
So, I have mentioned all the thoughts running in my mind. Can someone pls advice me which pathway to choose according to my age and chances of getting into residency program ( USMLE) if I start now religiously.
Thanks.