Study MBBS in USA
United State of America
Study MBBS in USA, it is always a dream for many students.
The medical system in USA is totally different. For direct admission in USA Indian student are not eligible.
In USA minimum eligibility criteria for Indian student is B.sc and MCAT (medical college admission test) are required to apply in USA medical college or college.
Eligibility criteria for medicine in USA.
- 60 % marks in 10+2
- Before MCAT exam students have study pre-medical course in USA, which involves bachelor of science program. Study this course is mendatory before tempting to study any medical course in USA. And this system of medical education in USA is defined by USAMLE.
From international student every year medical college in USA receives number of application. In USA there are around 350 medical colleges and MCAT is mandatory examination for local & international students to get admission in USA. How ever it is very difficult to qualify MCAT exam.
There for securing a Good score to get admission is always dream for any Indian students and its very hard and get secured seat in desired medical college. Hence if they fail to do so. then loose their time & money what they have spent for pre-medical.
Alternative way to get admission in USA
A Caribbean island which has become popular route. and it is very affordable option for Indian students.
While university in Caribbean islands provide education to the students for the first 4 trimester, till USMLE - 1 exam, the remaining duration of the course is taught at USA medical college.
Caribbean medical schools are good and affordable options for Indian students. Medical schools having ECFMG and ACGME recognition are offering clinical rotations in USA for best medical practice and knowledge in the world. Caribbean medical schools have 89% USMLE 3 success ratio.
Team healthcare is a leading medical education consultant for abroad, and we are authorized representative for many top ranked universities in USA/ Caribbean offering medical studies to foreign students.
USA is amongst the countries eligible for exemption from MCI screening to practice in India.
Key reasons to study medicine in the Caribbean island:
- Caribbean medical schools strictly follow the US Education system and curriculum and hence are focused towards preparing Physician workforce for countries like USA, Canada, etc
- Colleges have tie ups in India offering first 6 month of foundation program in Indian Medical Colleges. It will help students to be friend with other class mates and understand the course structure in India.
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In most Universities, students write the NBME – National Board of Medical Examiners’ examination, USA’s board examinations on completion of Basic Medical Sciences and Clinical Sciences. (In other countries, the exams are all internal or conducted by the local governments’ examination authority)
- NBME is the body that conducts the board examinations for Medical students studying in the US Universities. And USMLE examinations as well. Hence, most of these Medical universities follow 100% the same curriculum followed in USA / Canada.
- Particularly, Pathology, Internal, Family and community Medicine modules are the same as in USA (In other countries its different)
- High standards of living; Safe, secure and peaceful environment.
- Shorter course durations: 4 – 5.5 Years for Indian High School passed outs
- MCAT Scores not required
- Premedical qualification is not mandatory in few universities for Indian students with strong academic background
- IELTS / TOEFL scores are not mandatory in most universities
- Dedicated USMLE training / preparations during the course of study
- Chance to do 2 Years of Clinical rotations program in teaching hospitals in USA / UK (In other countries, it can be maximum of 12weeks CLERKSHIP)
- Chance to do Clinical rotations in Government hospitals in the Caribbean region as well.
- 100% free recognized post graduate training in USA / other developed countries on successful completion of USMLE or other respective licensing examinations with good score
- Stipend paid during Post Graduate Education
- Climatic conditions similar to India (temperatures ranging from 20⁰C to 32⁰C); good medical facilities also are available in the region that is a booming Medical tourism destination too.
- 1000s of Indians are settled in the region hence offering comfort and tranquility for the students. By some estimates, over 2.5 million people in the Caribbean are of Indian origin.
- Few universities here are run by Indian managements with good number of Indian students.
- Practical and Perfectly planned education curriculum and pattern that results in high success rates in licensing examinations (Like USMLE, MCI, PLAB, AMC etc.)
- Up to 5-10 times lesser cost than studyingStudy MBBS Abroad, or other major countries
- Three intakes a year: January, May and September
- High Visa success rate and lower documentation requirements
- Shortage of Doctors in USA, enhances chances of Residency in USA
In general terms, these universities are similar to IIT and other entrance exam Olympiad schools operating in few parts of India. Apart from imparting medical education, the universities focus completely on the licensing examination [USMLE (USA), MCCQE (Canada), PLAB (UK), AMC (Aus. / NZ), etc.] and prepare the aspiring students to be successful in the same.
Hence the programs are career oriented yet cost effective / value for money.
The Medical Universities suggest by Team HealthCare are all recognized and approved by global bodies like
- MCI – Medical Council of India
- Governments of the countries they are located in
- ECFMG – Education Council for Foreign Medical Graduates, USA
- FAIMER’s IMED – Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research’s International Medical Education Directory
- ACGME – Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education – Teaching hospitals in USA
- MCC – Medical Council of Canada
- WHO – World Health Organization’s Avicenna Directories
Program structure:
MBBS in USA are structured such that once the students clear Step 1 of USMLE after finishing Basic Medical Sciences in year 2 (in some cases year 3) they could continue their 3rd and 4th year – Clinical studies (in few cases 4th and 5th years) in affiliated MBBS in USA (Optional). Students can do the clinical rotation in UK even without clearing PLAB/USMLE.
After finishing USMLE Step 1&2 with a decent score (Either in USA / UK or Central America), Students get a Temporary / Provisional License to pursue the Residency program in USA / Canada.
“Residency” is an option for students to pursue Post Graduate training / Specialization in a teaching hospital in USA / Canada / UK, etc., on work-based study mode. The PG program is 100% free of tuition fee. A very good stipend is paid during the program.
Minimum Stipend ranges from US $ 3,500 and may be up to US $ 12,000 / Month. Students generally earn back what they have spent on their UG education within a span of 1 – 1.5 years. They also have very good chances of settling down in the countries from which the finish Residency. In further, Students who complete Residency program in USA / Canada / UK / Australia / New Zealand have additional benefits back in India too. They no need to write mci screening test if they are coming back to India to continue their practice.
Admission procedure:
- Consult Team HeathCare To Know about the eligibility criteria and requirements, entrance examinations, universities, costs, visa success rates, future career prospects, etc.
- Apply for the university of your choice with academic documents, statement of purpose, reference letter, etc.
- On successful admission and payment of a part of tuition fee, prepare the Visa documents and apply for Visa and make travel arrangements
- On Visa approval, fly to Central America / Caribbean. Enroll with the University.
- Study Pre-Medical course (1 – 1.5 Year if required).
- Study Basic Medical Sciences – 5 Terms (2 Years).
- Write NBME Board Exams and USMLE Step 1 (USMLE is optional)
- Study Clinical Sciences in USA / Canada / UK (PLAB/USMLE not required) / the Caribbean teaching hospitals (2 Years, actually 72 weeks)
- Write USMLE Step 2 CK and CS (Optional)
- Write NMBE Clinical board exams
- Graduate – Earn a Doctor of Medicine – MD degree equivalent to MBBS in India
- Apply for Residency program in USA through NRMP after successful USMLE Step 1, Step 2 – CK and CS scores
- Pursue Residency in USA / Canada / other countries. Study PG free of Cost, earn stipend of USD 3,500 – 8,000 /month. Earn Specialization / super specialty in desired field of medicine. Clear USMLE Step 3 and BECOME A FULLY LICENCED PHYSICIAN IN USA / Canada / other countries! FMGE (MCI Screening) not required after UG/PG/Licensing in USA, Canada, UK, Australia and New Zealand!
Expenses:
Expenses involved in studying medicine in the Caribbean may vary from university to university. On an average, the cost may vary from INR 30-60 Lakhs overall, inclusive of food accommodation, academic and miscellaneous expenses, travel, etc. In very few universities the cost may go too high.
However, the cost involved in pursuing a similar study MBBSAbroad, is very high. The students, on clearing USMLE / other licensing examinations get an entry into the residency program, which is lucrative enough for the student to retrieve the cost completely in Maximum 1 – 2 Years.
Scholarship:
Scholarships are available to aspiring students based on academic performance and merit, passion towards studying medicine, need, etc. our team would support all eligible students in the process of applying for scholarships.
Documents required for admission:
Medical universities in the Caribbean have 3 intakes every year – January, May and September.
Students should apply at least 2 months prior to the course start date for successful admissions. The documents required for application are:
- 10th std mark sheets and pass certificate
- 12th std mark sheets and pass certificate
- UG Mark Sheets and Certificate (If any)
- Copy of passport
- Statement of purpose
- Reference letters
The documents required may vary time to time. Kindly contact Team HeathCare for updated information and assistance on your application and subsequent process.
Practice medicine in Caribbean/south America/USA
We as Team HealthCare represents only CAAM-HP recognized universities. CAAM-HP recognition enables students to start practicing in the Caribbean/South America as a general physician immediately after completion of your MBBS. Minimum salary of doctor in this region is $2200-$2500/month.
Visa information for Indian students
Caribbean or Central American countries normally provide easy visa access to students planning to study medicine. Most countries initially offer 1 Year visa for the students, which can be renewed on arrival / yearly basis.
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