Rotation & medical electives news
A hand-picked feed of authoritative articles on US clinical rotations, medical electives, and the residency Match — curated for students, IMGs, and program coordinators.
What Are Clinical Rotations in Medical School?
An overview from the Association of American Medical Colleges of how clinical rotations work during the third and fourth years of medical school.
ECFMG Certification for International Medical Graduates
Official requirements and process for IMGs seeking ECFMG certification — a prerequisite for US clinical rotations and residency.
Match Results and Data — The Match
Annual data on Match outcomes for US medical graduates and IMGs, including specialty trends and program competitiveness.
Visiting Student Learning Opportunities (VSLO)
AAMC's centralized application service for away electives at participating US and international medical schools.
How to Choose Away Rotations
Guidance for medical students on selecting away rotations strategically to support residency applications.
USMLE Step 2 CK — Bulletin and Resources
Step 2 CK overview, content outline, and scheduling guidance — essential for IMGs and US students applying to residency.
Residency Explorer Tool
A free tool for applicants to compare themselves to past applicants at residency programs, including IMG-friendly programs.
Clinical Experience in the United States — ECFMG Guide
Comprehensive guide for IMGs on obtaining US clinical experience through observerships, externships, and hands-on rotations.
J-1 Visa Sponsorship for Residency
How J-1 visa sponsorship works for IMGs entering US graduate medical education programs.