We do not require specific USMLE scores for admittance to residency. What we do require is that you have passed the USMLE Step 1 (on first or second attempt) and Step 2 CK on your first attempt. We do not require Step 3 as long as you’re well within Alabama’s 7 year time limit for completing the licensing examination sequence (click here to view). Almost all IMGs who receive an interview have passed each Step exam on their first attempt.
We prefer prior clinical experience and/or letters of recommendation from clinicians working in the US or US-licensed physicians abroad. At present, we do not offer any non-US citizen IMG observerships, externships or research positions.
We accept US MDs, DOs, and International Medical Graduates (IMGs). For IMGs, we accept those with permanent resident status in addition to US citizens. We do not accept or sponsor visas of any kind. This includes (but is not limited to) J-1, J-2, H-1B, and EADs.
All applicants must participate in the NRMP match through the ERAS system. Qualified IMG applications sent prior to October 15th will receive priority review status. We also require IMGs to have graduated medical school less than three (3) years ago. Graduates of medical universities excluded by the Alabama Medical Licensure Board will not be considered. Click here and refer to the “Medical Education Requirements” section.
***Due to limited staff time, we are not able to respond to inquiries by email or phone. Please send all applications for GRMC FM Residency Program via ERAS.
We appreciate your interest in our residency program.