Canadian radiology residency --> practicing in the United States (southwest)

[nauru]

I'm starting a diagnostic radiology residency Canada. I'm trying to map out what I need to do move to the southwest United States to practice when I finish training. I understand LMCC is accepted as equivalent to Step 1-3 in most states. And from reading here it seems having a strong network in the region where you want to practice can be quite helpful. What else I can I do to smooth this process? I'm a Canadian citizen but ultimately would like to get a green card, and become a citizen. I've never worked with an immigration lawyer, and am not sure where to start. Would appreciate your comments. Thanks.

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[Clean7795]

USMLEs in residency. Do an American fellowship where you want to work or if not that then shoot for as prestigious as possible, ideally a combination of both.

Most Canadian programs have had a grad or young staff complete an American fellowship in the past 5-6 years, so your PD should be aware of the process.