USMLE After PG in India | Dr. Apurva Popat | Dr. Prachi Gajjar

Are you wondering whether you should opt for USMLE after PG in India? Dr. Prachi is here to guide. All it takes is one decision, in which country you want to spend your life. There is no age bar to start USMLE neither there is any age bar to match into residency. I have seen people who are 60 years old and have scored 270s on USMLE. But before deciding on NEET, NEXT or USMLE it is very important to weigh all the pros and cons and your personal life vision.
Also, this video is not to hurt sentiments nor to scrutinize the reservation system in India. Every country has their own pros and cons.
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[@drkaymd]

That shows a great hope to all of us 😊... It's so good that people are pursuing their dreams even after finishing residency 👏

[@mohanadalal9680]

Was eagerly waiting for this. Thankyou ❤️

[@fatimafirdous9287]

This is so informative. Thank you for making this video. We want to hear more about the experiences of doctors who have done PG in India and are now preparing for USMLE.

[@enpeepee4284]

Great Dr Apurva and Dr. Prachi.

[@Alexwalter_]

This gives me hope for some reason ... Since cv is a secondary thing it's such a relief

[@drhasibshaikh2556]

USMLE is not all bright and colorful as portrayed here..there is a fair chance you won’t get matched for years even after clearing all the steps..plz shed light on that aspect as well

[@farazalam3325]

They require LORs, and Clinical Experience in the US. Which means you have to "know someone", who could recommend you...

[@shabirmir4762]

@@farazalam3325 it's not about LORs. Getting LORs is not difficult . People can just do a few observerships and get LORs. Everybody has LORs. What matters is that your scores matter of steps and then how many programs you apply to which obviously is costly. If you have good scores and apply to alot of programs you get more interviews and eventually have high chance of matching.

[@manoj3813]

@@kookie-rd6pe Bro no one cares about 10th n 12th!

[@kevinoleary9361]

​@@shabirmir4762 what do you think is the most important factor in matching (scores, LOR etc.) ? Plz reply

[@kevinoleary9361]

​@@shabirmir4762 how much does it cost to apply to different programs?

[@doodle606]

Sir, after md and some bond in india, we will be almost 30, so does age matter there i mean during the interview phase. Please reply

[@avantigulhane7564]

USMLE is actually a shortcut to great life :)

[@ApurvaPopat]

True 😃😃🤩🤩

[@rajshekar7852]

It's not a short cut...

[@ApurvaPopat]

@@rajshekar7852 A glass is half filled vs half empty.

[@epistimi5565]

Sure after being capable , you leave your mother ! Going somewhere to study and coming back to serve is another thing, but leaving your country that makes you what you are and then leaving it is absolutely worst mindset.

[@avantigulhane7564]

@@epistimi5565 did never plan to leave the country. But my career was made in the USA with exceptional support at Penn. When I returned back from the training I received no support but rather faced extreme challenges at my workplace. That's when I decided to write usmle inspite of having completed my radiology residency and training in cardiovascular imaging. Everyone's life journey is different.

[@anaghamenon8712]

This is the most accurate video iv seen after searching for weeks! Thank you host for bringing in this wonderful doctor to describe her journey accurately. It gives so much hope for people like us who got to know about the exam later after graduation. Keep making more wonderful videos!!

[@Su_swasthya]

Hi I'm pediatrician from Nepal practicing since 5.5 years passed in 2017. I did mbbs in 2011. Is there advantage of my ph degree while matching, is it worthy to give a try?

[@dr.alishajohnson4454]

I feel just wow. Such beautiful video, even with the content set apart, this video is filled with smile and positivity. This did give me hope about Usmle post residency in India. I just finished neet, and probably will join MD medicine or pulmo in India soon.

[@neeldoshi25]

Very Inspiring!!

[@yochitha2k186]

Is doing clerkmanship in US mandatory before completing internship if you're planning to do residency in US after residency in India?

[@aishatariq1576]

I am derm 1 resident in my homecountry .How is it possible to prepare for steps widout gap?

[@starrysky4992]

Well usmle is cheaper for her.. Not for everyone

[@SharmaJiKaBetAa]

Which one is better usmle after mbbs or pg...?

[@soniamathew1004]

Could you please tell us how to get over the year of graduation- YOG filter of ERAS application process. How to get interviews? Like most of us who did pg back in India would have 4-5+ year of graduation. One way would be to do an observership and make yourselves known to the program. Thanks.

[@deepakbasavaraju5364]

Hey did you get to know about yog status ??

[@Doc_who_5555]

Effectively post md u have to do ur md in us from scratch?

[@Drjoy804]

Sir I have one question students can practice in india after clear usmle step 1 or 2

[@ummesaniyakazi3479]

Hello sir currently I m doing Ms obgy from government medical from Maharashtra pune is it necessary to give usmle after pg also for moving to US? Kindly guide

[@prachiagarwala8632]

Can you make one such videos regarding moving to Australia after specialisation?

[@decodingcap9965]

Dr Prachi quoted she did USCE after her MD. I thought USCE is only counted when done prior to graduation. Need more light on this of how we can acquire USCE after MD in home country, as an IMG.

[@rashmithareddy2003]

Is pg in India only considered as a waste of time or is it considered as work experience? Is the 3 yrs delay caused coz of pg a downfall?

[@Drnehabetarse]

Work experience and you can use it to improve your cv with your thesis and research papers and also writing down all casses you have attended

[@MoonTVTube]

Excellent ✌️ 👍

[@alkapopat1431]

Superb

[@mepenkimehira3007]

I habe done md pathology from India wanted to practice in usa.what are my chances of practing in usa??

[@prajwalshastry6794]

I’m a recently graduated general surgeon from Bangalore. What are my chances of getting into surgery in the US after pursuing usmle

[@ranjanakhare230]

i just wanted ask that....am i eligible to give usmle if my ug college is not recognised by ecfmg or who....but my pg college is recognised by them and even sponsored.....? please answer..!!!

[@ryk2131]

Do u got answer

[@AKASHKUMAR-bu6qk]

No

[@paragmsolanki]

It is indeed motivating and informative video. Congratulations and best wishes to you both - the host and the guest. I have one feedback and hope you will take it sportingly. I have heard you mentioning "reservation in India" in your couple of videos, including this one. It is debatable particularly in this era of management seats, nepotism and the social culture around. I know many students and doctors changing their family name to avoid discrimination during their study and also to ensure getting unbiased patients during their future private practice. I know this is not a platform and subject to discuss it out, so may I request you to avoid it and continue with your otherwise great work?.

[@aayushiagrahari-fe1bi]

Hi mam, can you share how to get rotations in the US after doing a post grad in India?

[@docmk4049]

What if there's a lag in the continuity, pls lemme know

[@akashsalaria9683]

If you have done MS, it is possible for me??

[@kaji2546]

And what about the old parents?

[@Soniya_kundu_011]

I have a one question sir please reply... If I completed my mbbs in India then pg is mandatory for giving usmle ???.. Or after mbbs I give usmle & then I move usa??

[@Dr_strange_e]

PG isn’t mandatory…

[@dr.manjarichakraborty9366]

What do you mean by merit you got admission? I mean there is no such basis of admission.

[@sameershaik9452]

Heyy what about her dermatology ?? She wouldn't be joining Derma there right?? And did she right neet ?? Cause what's thru merit evrything is thru neet only

[@sandhyasheth7378]

According to my knowledge after usmle mostly from india to get matched with internal medecine is more easier than any other speciality. Plz do ur own research n ur own prep coz everybody's journey is different

[@revathiranganathan8792]

True. She would have forgotten her derma speciality. After UG, IT IS USEFUL.PG speciality is getting wasted

[@revathiranganathan8792]

In India doctors are,saviors

[@narendrapopat8032]

Excellent 👍

[@moviemaniac6404]

Can u please tell me how to get rotations after graduation

[@rakshitgoel7680]

So even after having your pg here in india...i would have to go through pg again in usa?

[@fresherflanky3665]

Residency

[@Rose-nw9tk]

Do the marks in pg in India matter if we are doing usmle? Is it of any significance?

[@rajendrathakur6581]

What will b the effect of WFME 2024 accredition ?

[@noshabanoor2241]

Such an informative video Dr Popat. Can you please guide what is a better option for a 3rd year resident enrolled in a 4 year residency program? Taking usmle while doing residency or getting done with residency and exit exam, then apply for post fellowship?

[@ApurvaPopat]

If you do fellowship, you can on stay upto 2 years in USA. That's why people go through USMLE pathways, Dr. Noor.

[@prathyushaeaga366]

@@ApurvaPopat Hi. I am almost completing my DM Medical Oncology in India now (will be done by July). If I want to go to the US, I know after I write USMLE steps, I can apply for fellowship programs directly in USA. But post fellowship in USA can I practice there without having a prior Internal Medicine (or any other PG equivalent courses) there?

[@Drnehabetarse]

@@prathyushaeaga366 no i am sorrybut you will still be an undergrad while joining their residency programmes while you are dm in India….

[@gopinadhgg]

Did she match?

[@barsharani6209]

Thanks for this video

[@sureshjeerge6706]

Does doing pg add in our lor??

[@rajroyala7945]

I am planning to do my mbbs from far eastern fedral university Russia I got reference of your from the page of fefu

[@alex-R16]

R u studying in Russia? Reply back

[@applebee4129]

Sir can we do superspecialty in usa after pg from india....

[@ApurvaPopat]

You need to do residency their first

[@nukulsingh2207]

Hy bro I was failed in my mbbs years can I give usmlee

[@snehakaranth9819]

Wat was entire cost?

[@stemcell2036]

What does it mean she got into post graduation without neet? Just based on merit?

[@Jeez208]

I though neet pg/inicet is a must for doing md/ms in india...

[@archee1587]

Can Indian med students not give usmle after 2024?

[@ApurvaPopat]

They can, just register with ecfmg now!

[@planetutopia5995]

Sir, Iam a MD Pharmacology resident in India, Can i apply for usmle after md ? will this degree be of any benefit or is it a downside for my portfolio

[@ApurvaPopat]

Yes, you can apply for the USMLE after completing your MD in Pharmacology in India. Your MD degree can be beneficial as it demonstrates advanced knowledge and experience in a medical specialty, which can enhance your profile for residency programs. However, be prepared to explain how your background aligns with the clinical roles you're applying for in the US. For more details, feel free to text me on Instagram!

[@rajroyala7945]

I am from bhavnagar ❤

[@revank9199]

What if i joined mbbs in a low ranked newly built college... Does it affect usmle.... Or doing an additional pg from good college and giving usmle is better???

[@ApurvaPopat]

There are many variables for match outcome, not just your medical college. Including scores, cv, iv, research, overall personality and many more.

[@revank9199]

@@ApurvaPopat research depends on the college and it's facilities right😑

[@akj5190]

Is she from Gujarat ??

[@mariusrulz]

Ive done Internal Medicine MD from India , Grant medical Mumbai . What are my chances of matching to IM ? My step 2 predictions are around 260

[@ApurvaPopat]

Great chances!

[@mariusrulz]

@@ApurvaPopat I scored 274 on step 2CK.I hope that's enough to offset my YOG

[@kookie-rd6pe]

@@mariusrulz sir do gap year between my high school and med school matters while matching hope you reply

[@alex-R16]

@@kookie-rd6pe yes if you r dropp 2,3 year, big difference

[@manoj3813]

Sir, what are your reasons to move abroad. I think at tire 2 cites with minimal investment as MD medicine doctors in India do earn well right? Correct me if I am willing

[@dhruvock271717]

Their is a drawback with your goal setting and its my personal opinion. If you would have got into dermatology residency in USA after doing your MD derma from India , it would have showed your dedication or commitment to the branch but your reality will be that in USA you wouldn't be allowed to do any dermatology related work and would basically need to build yourself in IM. Overall your dermatology will be a poster with no value. I am personally not conformable with this idea of switching to another branch. Anyways work hard in IM residency as its not like India where residents enjoy a descent nap during night shifts.

[@venkatnb517]

I m a general surgeon working in india. I did my DNB in general surgery and passed out in 2011. But planning for usmle internal medicine. Is there any chance to get into residency?

[@jashanvirsingh2166]

sir ,I am starting to prepare for neet pg, should I do or do usmle

[@jashanvirsingh2166]

please sir reply

[@manoj3813]

Sir please elaborate why you wish to go to US after residency in India. Is the condition in India that bad?

[@venkatnb517]

Yes, here in india we r in super saturated state and we are underpaid.

[@venkatnb517]

@@jashanvirsingh2166 its up to u. But if at all u r planning for neet pg, try to do internal medicine, paed so tht in future if u plan for mle then it will be an added advantage.

[@sameershaik9452]

We have reservations here America has recommendations 2 candidates with same score don't get same interview or match lol 😆

[@virattiwari92]

When do we start earning during usmle journey

[@ApurvaPopat]

From first year of residency

[@virattiwari92]

@@ApurvaPopat one more question sir what will be the tution fees in residency

[@rajgaming8349]

@@virattiwari92 bro there is no tution fee for residency they pay you for residency

[@lalitsharma7458]

Hi Dr. Popat Plz tell about total expenditure of usmle right from step1 application to residency match.

[@DrTRNAD]

From an info i got It'll cost you around 20k usd Including all steps, accommodation, flight, visa, interview etc basically everything

[@jasmithapallavi4606]

I'm giving my NEET exam in 2022 can I eligible for usmle exam ??

[@Dr_strange_e]

😂no dude, first you’ve to get MBBS and finish MBBS

[@DR.VIVEKBEERAM]

If I complete general surgery pg in India and willing to do internal medicine in USA,is my General surgery pg useful in my cv??

[@doctorsivavignesh6044]

General medicine after general surgery ....y bro

[@sudhirchandra9790]

NEET PG isn't any more Just ratta mar ,its more application of concepts now

[@minivlogs4184]

Can we give USMLE after 2 year of MBBS

[@user-hh7qb8tc8b]

Yes when ever you want

[@epistimi5565]

Sure after being capable , you leave your mother ! Going somewhere to study and coming back to serve is another thing, but leaving your country that makes you what you are and then leaving it is absolutely worst mindset.

[@rajshekar7852]

Worst mindset,for what? It's their life and completely depend on them where to live ,how to live. If you are so patriotic stay here and serve the nation no one is stopping you.but Don't judge others.

[@PujaDas-ew3nd]

@@rajshekar7852 you everywhere known by your nation only

[@rajshekar7852]

@@PujaDas-ew3nd you everywhere known,by your capability,skills🤞

[@Dr_strange_e]

Yes CEO of Microsoft , Google , twitter and many more giant companies are all fool, they’ve absolutely worst mindset, isn’t they ??

[@epistimi5565]

@@Dr_strange_e Yes, that's called Brain Drain and that is not a good thing. People like you gets so proud on those news. That is a good thing no doubt but it is killing India. They just left India and does no good. A lot of those minds are coming back home and building startups and that is our proud moment. Hope you understand one day. Goodluck

[@indianconstitution8423]

It costs around 50 lakh !

[@ApurvaPopat]

Interesting!

[@indianconstitution8423]

@@ApurvaPopat it is a question ,symbol change ?🤦 Can we overcome the financial barrier i really like medicine.

[@freeriderfact793]

​@@indianconstitution8423intresting 😂

[@notvrycoolbutissokay6621]

SPEAKING ABOUT MINORITIES AND BRINGING UP A SENSITIVE TOPIC LIKE RESERVATION AND NOT EVEN ADRESSING IT PROPERLY BY "RENOWNED" DOCTORS IS DISHEARTENING, DISRESPECTFUL, IGNORANT AND PATHETIC SO TO SAY.

[@utkarshjain3329]

Yup She should have properly addressed the bullshit reservation system that is killing merit in this country

[@dimplean5822]

How can we contact you

[@ApurvaPopat]

Instagram 🤩

[@bapu78]

sir many say indian don't get medicine or surgery seat partiality is done

[@ApurvaPopat]

Take advises from only those who have matched or are in the journey!

[@onlymee3311]

Doctors k Bhot attitude hota h

[@sandhyasheth7378]

Coz to reach there they hve sacrificed a lot where others r enjoying life they r busy making it to the top

[@freeriderfact793]

Attitude kya hota hai road pe kisi ko bhi mar te or jaisa 😂

[@PujaDas-ew3nd]

On my point she had made the worst decision ever.. At first she has less knowledge about the indian medical entrance... Apart from this she had derma option and in usmle she will never get the derma .. I am talking in practical sense.... If she had practiced here and be a good doctor then patients from all over the world come to her.... But she don't have that thing to do that.. So I think its okay.... She made the worst decision that she will regret after 10 years but its her decision 😂😂😂

[@mello8942]

What are u saying. The pay must be like 10 times what she'll be earning here and also work hours are sooo much comforting.

[@coolNerdnextdoor]

She'll get 5 times the salary, live in a Developed country, her children will thank her in the future because they will never have to face the Indian education system

[@Dr_strange_e]

@@coolNerdnextdoor underrated comment ✌🏻✌🏻

[@Dr_strange_e]

@@coolNerdnextdoor being a General class student in India, I can related that how the reservation system is sucking our blood

[@PujaDas-ew3nd]

@@coolNerdnextdoor the expenses is 10 times much than india

[@letmehelpyou9985]

She hates everything about India nd criticising too much……usa is nt that good as these people glorify it….nd who the hell r u critising my country…if u think something lacking here why don’t u just contribute in makin India….U got Derma without entrance exam nd talking about reservation???….u choosed branch having minimal interaction with patient nd earning mainly via MR commission on ointments nd judging health care system…….it’s u who made it like ths nd just fly to comfort zone….our people needs doctors 😢 nd our doctors want to leave us😔😔congrats to your materialistic success…just stop uttering bad words about India u don’t belong here anymore🫡🫡Jai hind🇮🇳🇮🇳

[@hkp007]

Are you a doctor? If not then my child you don't know what's happening to/with doctors in india.. whatever u said is just hawa hawai thing

[@sandhyasheth7378]

@@hkp007 true but I suggest that people who hve finished upto pgbin india should nt criticise india plz n itna burn hai india toh undergrad se chale jau USA medical padhne toh that time people don't want to go coz u hve to compulsary do undergrad n it becomes very expensive so everybody should mind their tongue when critising .

[@hkp007]

@@sandhyasheth7378 see doctors are not burning..doctors dont hate india..its the public who are enraged against doctors, in every little things which are not in capacity of doctors..thats the reason doctors want to leave india to live in peace..and as you said itna hi jalan hai to ug se hi usa chale jao..see even if you do pg in india, you will be considered as ug in usa because they dont consider our pg as pg..still doctors after pg are sacrificing their pg degree to go to usa for peace..maine sirf likha u dont know what happening to doctors, aur itne me apka mind body soul sab jalne laga, that shows how much you pay tribute to your saviours..if doctors complain of working 36 hrs continuously then 4 hrs leave then again 36 hrs duty, people will say itna hi problem hai to chod do job, baki doctors line me hai, wo kar lenge..what does this mean?? This means indians dont treat doctors as humans, they are just machines for you, which if shows fault will be replaced asap by another..

[@adhavanprithvi9249]

Did she match ?

[@snehalkumarpadghane6765]

Did she match?

[@ApurvaPopat]

Of course!

[@snehalkumarpadghane6765]

@@ApurvaPopat which subject ?