Tentative timeline from boards to wards

[rhmtascp]

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Hi all, I'm an IMS and I'm looking to figure out a time table with which to go between taking the boards (I did Step 1 already), and submitting my application to ERAS for 2009 match. If anyone can help me with that, I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks!

 

[NotAProgDirector]

I'm not 100% sure I understand your question.

I'm assuming that IMS = International Medical Student. The usual abbreviation is IMG = International Medical Graduate.

Assuming I got that right, you're looking at next year's match (2009).

You should have Step 1 and both parts of Step 2 completed and reported prior to Nov 1, 2008, earlier is even better. If you are interested in / need an H visa, then you will also need Step 3, which should be completed in the same timeframe. Given how much time there is between now and then, you shouldn't have much trouble (although remember that Step 2 CS and I think Step 3 are only offered in the US and will require travel)

Good luck!

 

[rhmtascp]

Thank you very much for your reply; you understood my question just fine.
So both parts of Step II are surely doable within this time frame. I'm a U.S. citizen so no worries there.

Again, thank you