Dr. Conrad Fischer on IMG Success and Memorable USMLE/Boards Teaching Methods

Introduction

Q1 - Tell us about Medquest?

What is your strategy?

Who do you typically work with?

Any crazy success stories?!

Any special discount for MAR members?

Q2 - Applicant Selection
- How to make up for missing USCE because of COVID?
- What do you look for in older graduates

- Gaps/interruptions clinical experience?
- Best ways to overcome multiple USMLE Step attempts?

- Best ways to overcome low scores?

- Caribbean vs non-Caribbean

- Red Flags - misdemeanors (worse..?), license revoked,

- Do you read follow-up emails regarding applicants - (complete applications, thank-you's, request application status)

- “Aggressive applicants” - try to keep up communication with programs

- Calling program..?? Yay or nay…

- What are your thoughts on incorporating diversity in a residency program?

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