My Residency Match Story | Non-US IMG | Internal Medicine | Match 2022

[@IshwariChandran]

My credentials for Match 2022 - USCE, Scores, Lor, Interviews, research kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJmwoIiZqZqnldk This has been the most commonly asked Q ^ 😋 hope you find this helpful!

[@lifeskills8239]

Thank you soo much!! God bless you.

[@lilacwinter8774]

So I have recently entered second year and I am literally so lost regarding USMLE and watching your video makes me relate on a deeper level at how even I don’t have many seniors who are working on this prep OR mentorship programmes in my clg. So thankful that I found your channel. Congratulations on matching !

[@IshwariChandran]

I’m so glad ❤️ wishing you all the best for your USMLE journey!

[@ajokeogunsakin7695]

I just got anxious listening to your story. Congratulations 🎉. So happy u made it

[@srinivasachakradharearni6328]

Im happy for you Congratulations I am following you from starting videos about usmle concepts.....got inspired and started usmle prep I feel the same... I am FMG Where international University knows nothing about USMLE No seniors to guide,or preparing for it Thank for sharing ...can't imagine how happy you are

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you so much 🙌 I’m happy to hear that my videos helped! :)

[@nihalharji]

Hey Ishwari... I'm a final year medical student and I aspire to crack the Usmle. Just like you, I too have no guidance. None of the seniors from my college have given MLE and i don't have a mentor or anyone to look up to. This video of yours inspires me to believe that it is possible for me as well as it was for you! Thankyou for this video and keep making a lot of usmle related content to guide me and many more just like me!

[@IshwariChandran]

Hey Nihal :) I’m so happy to hear this!! All the best to you!🤩

[@arnidas76]

SO happy for you. congrats...Well deserved

[@IshwariChandran]

Aww thank you so much Arni🥰

[@syncingwithsneha]

Seeing this video made me miss you 🥺 Congratulations on this milestone but most of all proud of you for keeping your chin up through all the lows and pulling through 💕

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you Sneha 🥺 I love you so much 😭❤️

[@the.arya.a.s]

Love the authenticity with which you speak. Congratulations, doctor. Proud of you !

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@jcdjddtos]

I'm so happy for you! You really deserved that! You should be so proud of yourself 😊

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you so much!🥰

[@waleedghafoor7506]

That is a proud moment for all chinese medical graduates. Congratulations 💗

[@IshwariChandran]

🙌🙌🙌 Thank you!! :)

[@ajithkumarkannan1626]

Really happy to see you reach an important step in your life for which you've been working hard for the past 5 years. Congratulations once again ish 🎉🎉🥳 You deserve this 🤗

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you for everything 😭❤️

[@adrianvalverde6723]

Congratulations for the match!! Thanks for sharing your side of the game and making plans to help IMG community 👏🏽 would be amazing if you share some info about usce, and the extra things that make the application stronger! Good luck!

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you so much! Great idea :) will make them soon 👌

[@drnidhijain]

Congratulations, Ishwari, it's a very well deserved victory! I feel so grateful to know you.

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you so much Nidhi🥺❤️

[@corporatetalkswithchandran4958]

Wonderful to watch again and again… lot of emotions 😢

[@IshwariChandran]

Yes❤️

[@reemahajiabdullah433]

Sooo happy for youu! Congratulations 🎉🎉❤

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank youuu Remma😇

[@shijiali1898]

Congratulations! You deserve the best!

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you so much! :)

[@ravirajnatarajan5919]

Congratulations..I m father of a OCI daughter.she is US born, but studying in India from her childhood. Definitely your videos will be helpful for her future.

[@IshwariChandran]

I’m glad, sir! Please let her know I wish her all the best!

[@LL-jw5in]

CONGRATS ISHWARI! I, and the thousands of other IMGs would absolutely LOVE if you posted advice forMatch 2023.

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you so much! 😊 can’t wait to share what I’ve learnt w yall🙌

[@Nabilo8501]

congrats we are waiting for your Match related videos and more details from your own journey

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you! Will add more videos to the Match playlist! :)

[@cupcakee22]

Congrats didi!!! You're so down to earth!! Love your humility...

[@IshwariChandran]

Aw thank you so much 🥺

[@dr.arundatikanawala]

Ishwari this is just the beginning of a beautiful journey! All the best, so well deserved ❤️

[@IshwariChandran]

Aww thank you so much Arundati💕

[@the.arya.a.s]

Also, eagerly waiting for your video about the USMLE journey as an Indian FMG who haven't done their internship in India. Thanks a lot.

[@IshwariChandran]

Soon⏳😋

[@beastflight7658]

When

[@karidesai5234]

🥺so happy for you , you deserved it 👏🏼

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you so much :')

[@RNA842]

Its showing in your eyes how it feels doing it all alone while people are full with connections and other stuffs on hands.Cant even say how we are feeling for u and you are showing us path that we can make it if we wants it by heart.😍😍😍😍😍Enjoy full of your freedom now.You deserve it.

[@IshwariChandran]

This made my day!! Thank you so much for this lovely message🥰

[@RNA842]

@@IshwariChandran you are my inspiration .🙂😍i highly admire your journey.Pray for me and literally my eyes were got wet watching your experiences how u deal all by yourself!

[@bananapeel5076]

Congrats Ish! You deserve it all ❤️

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you ❤️❤️

[@ishgarg4474]

Congratulations...and all the best for future..

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you so much! :)

[@lifewithanime2192]

Congratulation Ishiwari, My university also don't have experience in process of residency so I have a little stuck in my mind that I can overcome these difficulties. I hope in the future I can have a matched day like you.😊

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you so much! I hope you’re successful 🙌 please feel free to reach out if you need any guidance :)

[@meghanapotluri9333]

Congratulations..!!❤️

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you 🥰

[@tipsandtricks9445]

Watching your videos are a full hope for us …. Many Congratulations again …

[@IshwariChandran]

I’m so glad ☺️ Thank you!

[@corporatetalkswithchandran4958]

Hearty congratulations 🎉… You did it

[@IshwariChandran]

WE did it 🤩 Thank you dad❤️❤️

[@chuchu600]

Congrats Ishwari for hardwork 👏👏

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you! 🤩

[@ayshashahzadi8849]

Congratulations..!! 🎉

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you! :)

[@tbonesteak1481]

Congratulations Ishwari!!

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you! :)

[@yaminirasamsetti6935]

Congrats for the match.

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you :)

[@malavikakaipparedan2454]

Congratulations dear ❣️❣️

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you Malu! 🧡

[@hmooda1311]

Congratulations again Ish! Would appreciate if you make a video about match application requirements, especially research contribution ..etc

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you so much! I’ll make one in the coming weeks :)

[@corporatetalkswithchandran4958]

So Nice .. again and again I am watching this… what a emotional time we went through ❤

[@IshwariChandran]

Best day ❤️

[@DrS363]

As she said she was excited for match and her heart was beating fast at that moment I was in same situation

[@hiranyas303]

Congratulations Dr. Ishwari. You are amazing. Thank you so much for taking your time to make these videos. All the best. Stay Blessed always. I’ll be doing my clinical rotations in the US this year. Hope to meet you. 😃👏🎉

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you so much!! :) that would be awesome!

[@chinasa_]

Congratulations!

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you :)

[@itshollywoodpriyanka3647]

Congratulations Dr Ishwari thanks for being an inspiration for all of us that yes with consistency and hard work it is possible all the best for your future and wish you the best

[@IshwariChandran]

This makes me so happy! Thank you very much! ☺️

[@itshollywoodpriyanka3647]

@@IshwariChandran Just wanted a suggestion ....so i started preparing for usmle rather late and its taking a long time for me with the material with step 1 i am super scared too i am aiming to take it in august and wanted to know tips from your side and if its going to affect me done with internship in india last year march

[@IshwariChandran]

Hey! Take your time w prep. Keep doing questions and attempt practice tests. You can then take the exam according to your performance on those mock tests. I’ve shared my preparation/mistakes/resources in the USMLE step 1 videos in this playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLRY9SO3hwydXhZUjsGcRVPudj9A63-bgP May help!

[@itshollywoodpriyanka3647]

@@IshwariChandran THank you so much just one more question how did you deal with pathology? Pathoma and FA both of them?

[@IshwariChandran]

Pathoma, FA, UWorld, Anki!

[@ahmedeldimllawi5092]

you are amazing , thats all I am going to say

[@IshwariChandran]

Aww thank you so much :)

[@snehanaidu271]

Congratulations 👏🏻

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you 😇

[@augustinhouessou-agbo8182]

Congratulations 🎉🎉

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank youu 🙌

[@richardguillermovacamaridu5393]

Counting the hours. Been there, done that.

[@IshwariChandran]

Haha! It’s a crazy feeling!

[@corporatetalkswithchandran4958]

Wonderful moment

[@IshwariChandran]

🧡

[@gotmyselfasecondwindinlife209]

Congrats , this video is literally gave me goosebumps You are such a amazing character no wonder you matched and any program will be lucky to have you All the best for everything to come

[@IshwariChandran]

This is so sweet 🥺 thank you very much ❤️

[@aziaameen6280]

Congratulations 🥰🥰

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you ❤️

[@Mohith3335]

Pls help , I have a doubt I've heard that If we're going for surgery it's VERY Tough to get a match in USA . Whereas if you're going for Internal medicine you are most likely to get a match in the US . If I'm going for surgery where should I apply USA? Canada ? Or should i write AMC and go to Australia , or write Plab for UK etc.

[@habibanayanhabibanayan2172]

Congratulations dear

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you :)

[@liyarafeekh4327]

Congratulations. You totally deserve it. Could you please do a video on the interview season? specifically how many invites you got and how did it go?

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you so much! Will make a video interviews soon 👌

[@NM-ze3dh]

Congrats!

[@IshwariChandran]

Thanks :)

[@lionsareverystrong]

Congratulations, great achievement, can you guide a little related to publications research and rotations, thanks

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you! :) I’ll create a detailed video on how to find opportunities!

[@drfkm]

Congratulations on matching❤️ can you please make a video on red flags and how to overcome them?

[@IshwariChandran]

Sure! Thank you!! :)

[@usmleandstuff3497]

Heyy Congratulations 🎉🎉 I'm on the initial stages of the same anxiety you've been through. I do have an idea of a video which would help us a lot. Networking. It's hard to know what to expect. And when to put a limit. Like what would make the person think you're clingy etc etc. Would love it if you can help us our about that.. Congratulations again 🎉

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you so much! That’s a v important topic and question. I’ll def make a video on it! :)

[@truecrimeobsessionreal]

Congratulations ishwari! Can you please make a video on telerotation? Is it possible to get interviews and match with only telerotation?

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you :) Sure! Here’s my telerotation playlist: Telerotations kzbin.info/aero/PLRY9SO3hwydU8qLCD2ZPiuzMzk01ZZkda

[@logeshkumar3064]

Sister if your are Tamil, please upload a USMLE related videos in Tamil also or Open another channel for Tamil videos about USMLE related content. Thank you, All the best for your residency program.

[@IshwariChandran]

Hahaha sure I can try :p but my Tamil has a lot of English mixed in it 😅😂

[@logeshkumar3064]

@@IshwariChandran it's okay you talk in mixed language also it's not a problem sis 🙂,we want those content in our language. Thank you

[@khalilimedics6738]

Thank you for this video! Current applicant here. How long after did you start receiving interviews?

[@IshwariChandran]

Literally got my first and only interview in Feb! All the best to youuu

[@srrmak9039]

Hey doctor, many congratulations on the match! I am a 1st year medical student and i have started the Kaplan lectures for building my base for usmle along with my coursework studies. If i complete the biochemistry section in Kaplan with its lectures. How do i assess myself from the perspective of Usmle in that one subject (keeping in mind that i DID NOT do the other subjects) can i assess myself in each subject like that? I am really confused about this. Kindly help me out here. Thankyou.

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you! I used my university’s qbank and BRS to test myself

[@lifeskills8239]

please help me...I have a very poor communication skill..my scores are great but my communication skill is poor..i think this will affect my interview!! please help me..How to improve??

[@lifeskills8239]

congratulations on matching!!

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you! I will make a video on it soon! :)

[@lifeskills8239]

@@IshwariChandran Please please make it..I desperately need help regarding this!! Thank you soo much..waiting for ur video...I will be applying coming year!!

[@ssumarrsiro4886]

See lot of usa english serials that's it

[@ritikabhat23]

Many many congratulations!! Very well deserved !

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you so much! ☺️

[@harithasri4835]

Hello Ishu, May I know did you do any research works to get into matching? Was that a necessity?

[@IshwariChandran]

I did about 2 review papers, 1 podium presentation at a conference. Some programs give importance to it, some don’t as much. It’s always good to have some research experience though!

[@hariharasudhan6077]

Hey could you mention where you did your rotations? Congratulations 🎊 btw😅

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you! :) I’ve shared my residency application (including scores, usce, research experience, interviews) in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJmwoIiZqZqnldk

[@anmolquraishi6210]

Thanks alot for your help 💗 Please share your thoughts about research articles and LORs too

[@IshwariChandran]

Sure 👌😁

[@jassicakatta1804]

Can you recommend some good pubmed indexed journals to publish in , that can boost the cv ?

[@vipinkumar8326]

How to get publications & research. Is thesis done by Indian PG students considered research and is it published in any journal or thesis & research are different? Is only Peer review research considered Is letter to the editor considered a publication How to get hands on after graduation easily Is getting visa for observership/externship/clerkship getting difficult these days. If yes, can you suggest some tricks to get visa easily/get USCE. Basically how to plan USCE in these covid times when getting visa is itself a challenge. Will i get (preferably paid) research position in US to make connections & do USCE. Will i get visa for that Any volunteer experience you can recommend

[@kritidhamija3362]

Congratulations ! Looking forward to your videos soonerrr Can you plz share ur usce experience? And publications ?

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you! Had 3 USCEs and 2 publications! I’ll share the details in my next video :)

[@kritidhamija3362]

Waiting for a detailed video! Thanks !

[@IshwariChandran]

@@kritidhamija3362 it’s up! Check the pinned comment :)

[@jahanzebakhtar21]

I have secured 2 distinctions in MBBS One in general pathology & microbiology (3rd year MBBS) Second in Special pathology (4th year MBBS) Does these distinctions help me in future to get a US residency in Pathology

[@IshwariChandran]

That’ll definitely help! Most programs do a holistic review so all parts of the application are taken into consideration :)

[@yashodeepsontakke7123]

Congo Didi 🥳🥳🥳

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you 😁😇

[@shaikwahidasulthana]

Great video, Did you do electives or telerotation? Is it possible to get into internal medicine without electives only with telerotation?

[@samarshreshtha1305]

Congratulations on your success! What should I do for research experience as a third year medical student in India? Did you have research experience? And what did you do for the same?

[@IshwariChandran]

Thanks! :) you can try reaching out to professors at your university. You can also work remotely w doctors in the US. I have shared my research experience in another video (check the pinned comment! :)) hope it helps!

[@prachikorade1170]

Can you make video on budget for whole process of usmle and when to start preparations of this

[@IshwariChandran]

Dad has spoken about it in this video: Parent's side of my USMLE story - My dad answers questions about the USMLE & my med school journey kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGnHXmNoed5sgqc

[@johnpaulsaquing3182]

Wow!!

[@IshwariChandran]

😇🙌

[@shaikwahidasulthana]

Great video, Is it possible to match into internal medicine without electives and if possible with telerotation? I’m from India. Please let me know

[@IshwariChandran]

I matched w just telerotations, however having in-person rotations would increase your chances (better networking as well!)

[@nadaallam8694]

Congratulations on the match . Could you provide some guidance on research or rotations ? What the the best places to apply and so , thanks in advance

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you! I’ll make a video on them soon :)

[@michaelnegassi5615]

Congratulations! You are such an inspiration! What were your step scores

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you! 232, 240!

[@ahmedfayed4208]

Do you think I can match in internal medicine with just ECFMG registration and some weak research experience ? I’m too worried about that bcz this is all my financial situation can afford Or do you think I should save my time and effort for another pathway ?

[@ananyabiswas5823]

Hey !! First of all, Congratulations :) I’ve Ben some of your videos for step 2CK. You seem so relatable somehow. Ive graduated in 2020. Giving usmle was a sudden plan for me , I’ve finished my step 1 in feb 2022, and I am prepping for step 2 CK, while working too. Ive no research or volunteering experience.. and I’m an introvert so I was not so much active in my med college years too even though I’ve learnt quite few extracurriculars. I’m willing to work on everything now .. can you guide me when is the proper time and how can one make a stronger profile with all this gaps . Thank you in advance :)

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you so much Ananya! I can understand how you’re feeling. It’s never too late to begin! You can find online volunteering and research opportunities. Quality > quantity. Even if you have a few meaningful experiences that you’ve learnt a lot from, it would def make your application strong. I’ll share more about it in future videos :)

[@ananyabiswas5823]

@@IshwariChandran yes I'm planning to do those just after giving step 2 , I too believe in quality >quantity .. waiting for your future videos .. wishing you all the best for your journey ahead :)

[@shraddhakhare5379]

Hi..I'm an old mbbs graduate ( 2015).. is it still possible for me to do Usmle as I'm moving to US this year or it's too late to start?

[@IshwariChandran]

It is!

[@abcd-fw2fd]

Hello,to do residency.....to get j1 visa...we need home country lisence right....so what visa u had to be doing residency now

[@IshwariChandran]

You don’t need a license to get a statement of need

[@Sunny_Goyal]

Thank you for your help

[@IshwariChandran]

😊

[@bonalakavyasree7384]

Congratulations sissy. I am going to complete internship this month. Planning to write USMLE. Would it be late if i start preparing now and writing step 1 ?

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you! :) nope, it isn’t too late to start! A lot of IMGs start their prep after graduating :)

[@aayatsheikh7747]

Hey I wanted to know when do we apply for usmle transcripts like is it required or not? and if it is, how do we apply

[@IshwariChandran]

You don’t have to apply for the transcript separately. While applying for the match, the results can be given to your ERAS

[@ShanilR]

hey can you talk about your PLAN B? i am asking because i didn't match and now thinking what to do please

[@IshwariChandran]

I'm so sorry to hear that. This may help: twitter.com/asp__org/status/1504528577244844032?s=21 If you wish to talk about anything, my DMs are open. Please feel free to reach out! @chandran_ish on instagram or [e-mail] As for my plan B, I was trying to prep for a different licensing exam. Even thought of quitting medicine :/ I'll make a detailed video on it soon!

[@zeerox1786]

congrats....i have a qs ..so i got my finale transcript from my university but the seal on transcript is little faded , so is it going to be a issue when ecfmg will verify my diploma and transcript ..... p.s ....i my university is in china

[@IshwariChandran]

Thanks! If it isn’t too clear, I think it’s better to ask your university for another copy. It’s better not to risk it because if you upload it and ecfmg rejects it, then you’ll have to spend more time doing the whole thing over again.

[@zeerox1786]

@@IshwariChandran ok...kindly check ur insta, i have shared picture of my transcript

[@IshwariChandran]

Hey! I’m not able to find your message since there are a lot of DMs. Please send it to my email : [e-mail]

[@saratarokh9029]

Hi How can i search for programs I need your help Please reply to me

[@IshwariChandran]

I’ve explained it in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZPdaWCwopKZa5Y

[@rajroyala7945]

What we're your step one and step 2 score

[@IshwariChandran]

232, 240 I’ve shared all my credentials in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJmwoIiZqZqnldk

[@mrzekke8675]

First of all congratulations 🎉 and I’m on the same boat no one to guide . But here your are 😊 No. Of Publications? Does this matter as a part of whole application? And research ? Do share which hospital you matched? And

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you so much! Research isn’t compulsory but it can def help your application. I’ll share the place once I find out :)

[@wattu002]

Want to prepare for USMLE ,was studying for neet pg since last year ,but all these postponements and reservations,makes me wanting to move abroad ,how much time it would take for step 1 if I prepare from scratch,and a hearty congratulations for your match

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you very much! :) It truly depends on the amount of time you can dedicate to prep for it. It took me about 2y while balancing it w my university studies.

[@dr.1956]

How many programs did you apply for and how many interviews did you get

[@IshwariChandran]

I initially applied to 125 programs and received 1 interview!

[@themightyaj1]

Congratulations

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you :)

[@themightyaj1]

@@IshwariChandran I am an oncology fellow, if u have any questions then pls feel free to reach out!

[@IshwariChandran]

@@themightyaj1 that’s very nice of you! Thank you :)

[@Talesofnandu]

Thank u for sharing this I am also a medical student studying from china who wants to give usmle. Can u pls share how u applied for rotations?

[@IshwariChandran]

Since I couldn’t travel (due to covid) I applied for telerotations. I applied through agencies as institutions weren’t offering telerotations directly at that time. I’ve shared my experiences in this playlist kzbin.info/aero/PLRY9SO3hwydU8qLCD2ZPiuzMzk01ZZkda

[@anamasif3553]

How many electives/publications/or any other volunteer work u had?

[@IshwariChandran]

3 USCE, 2 publications, close to 10 volunteer experiences. Will share my profile in detail in the next video!

[@swaiyahrehman986]

Please make a detail video on USCE

[@IshwariChandran]

Sure

[@janjiralaa]

What r ur scores... Congrats first of all...and good luck

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you! 232, 240!

[@jahanzebakhtar21]

Congratulations 🎉 for Matching into Residency I want to ask a question that Can we do observership with a 3rd year Resident of internal Medicine to get an LOR? Means If you know someone who is practicing in US and he is your good friend

[@IshwariChandran]

Umm I’m not too sure but I believe getting an LoR from an attending would hold mor weight. Thanks!

[@vrindagawde4006]

Can u become a surgeon in usa 🇺🇸 or it depends upon USMLE grades?

[@IshwariChandran]

The score requirement may vary from one program to another. You can check the data on the NRMP website :)

[@strongDr]

Congratulations Doc! Where did you match? (If it's okay to ask!)

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you! Brooklyn hospital Center!

[@strongDr]

@@IshwariChandran Thanks for sharing! All the best in this new journey.

[@IshwariChandran]

Thank you 😄

[@sunilsunny2635]

What is the plan B in your mind?

[@IshwariChandran]

Preparing for a different licensing exam. Even considered quitting medicine :/ I’ll speak more about it in future videos :)

[@srikarraoboinepalli3216]

goodjob thank you

[@IshwariChandran]

🙌