ECFMG Update · • USMLE Step 1, Step 2 CK, Step 2 CS – English Proficiency (part of Step 2 CS)...
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ECFMG UpdateMarlene Keawe, MBA
University of Hawaii Pediatric Residency ProgramSeptember 2009
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ECFMG Certification
Assures residency program directors and the U.S. public that the IMG has met minimum standards to enter U.S. residency programs
ECFMG Certification is required for:– IMG entry into accredited residency training – State medical license– J-1 visa sponsorship through ECFMG
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Current ECFMG Certification Requirementshttp://www.ecfmg.org/
• USMLE Step 1, Step 2 CK, Step 2 CS – English Proficiency (part of Step 2 CS)
• ECFMG’s official primary source verification of medical education credentials:
– Graduation from an approved medical school that offers 4 year academic program
– School must be listed in the IMED Directoryhttps://imed.faimer.org/
*ECFMG certificates issued based on previously administered exams andthose with expired dates may not be valid for residency .
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Certification Verification Service CVS Online
http://www.ecfmg.org/cvs/
• Web-based verification of ECFMG certification status, available 24/7
• Free status report for GME programs• Establish an account for your program by emailing
https://cvsonline2.ecfmg.org/• Satisfies JACHO/Medicare IMG requirements
* Checks credentials of IMGs offered out-of-match positions
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ECFMG & ERAS• Letters of Recommendation submitted to ERAS
by ECFMG are considered “original”, otherwise it will be noted as copy.
• IMGs can apply to ERAS before the final ECFMG certification has been issued, however they must have passed the USMLE exams: Step 1, Step 2 CK & Step 2 CS
• ECFMG targets June 20th to issue certificates for IMGs graduating in May/June for July 1starts.
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J-1 VISA Sponsorship• ECFMG is the visa sponsor for all J-1 Physicians
in clinical training• J-1 is a temporary, non-immigrant visa used for
full-time education training, not employment• Requires an official GME Contract • Must be renewed each year• Requires 2 years of service in home country after
training (or J-1 waiver to work in US- HPSA/MUA)• 7 year maximum• $180 SEVIS fee, and $200 application fee
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Training Program Liaison (TPL)
• Program Director or Coordinator or GME administrator at Training Institution
• Communicates with ECFMG’s Regional Advisor on all immigration & GME issues:– Required reporting by ECFMG in government
tracking in SEVIS database • Arrival of J-1 physician to program• J-1’s US residential address
– Any changes in training dates/status– Other: leaves of absence, remediation etc.
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VISA Processing Three Steps:1) Schedule and appear for personal interview2) Apply for and satisfy general visa requirements 3) Receive security clearance required for visa issuance
Required Documents for Consular Processing – VISA Application & fees – J-1 applicants need Form DS-2019 (issued by ECFMG)
• Statement of Need from Ministry of Health, contract etc. – H-1 B applicants need approved H-1 B petition etc. – Passport & Photo
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Form DS-2019issued
by ECFMG
Be sure this section is signed before leaving the USA.
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Visa Stamp for US Entry • J VISA stamp in passport
and valid Form DS-2019 are required for J-1/J-2 entry to US
• If IMG travels abroad during training year, be sure they review all requirements for re-entry before leaving US
• Refer to ECFMG and EVSP website
http://www.ecfmg.org/evsp/travel.html
Type—J1 VISA
M = multiple entriesS = single entry
Last date to re-enter the USA.
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I-94 Departure Card• Issued at Port of Entry
and stamped by the immigration official.
• Specifies “visa status” and duration of authorized stay
• J-1/J-2 are granted duration of status “D/S” which is tied to ECFMG continued sponsorship
D/S—duration of stay
J-1 Status
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ECFMG’s Acculturation Program
• Offers resources for programs and IMGs on orientation to the US medical system & living and working in the United States.
• IMG Advisor Network (IAN) provides help to incoming residents http://www.ecfmg.org/acculturation/ian.html
• Addresses some unique challenges for IMGs:– Patient/MD Communications– Basic US Cultures/Practices (driving, etc.)– Idioms (24/7, bad hair day, under the weather etc.
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H1-B VISA• Employment VISA valid for up to 6 years.• H-4 Spouses/Dependents are not granted
employment authorization (EAD) in US.• Not subject to the 2 year home requirement.• Employer must pay “prevailing” wage as other
US workers in the same field.• Employer responsible for certain fees: anti-fraud
fee, filing fees etc. and the return home flight if employment is terminated prior to end of approved petition.
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O-1 VISA
• Limited to individuals of extraordinary ability and international renown
• Unusual that a resident would qualify• No maximum time limit• Initial filing is approved for up to 3 years.
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Websites & Contact Info • www.ecfmg.org• https://cvsonline2.ecfmg.org/ (Central Online Verification
System with login)• http://www.ecfmg.org/evsp/evspinit.html (J-1 sponsorship
application materials)• www.ecfmg.org/acculturation (Transitioning IMGs)• http://travel.state.gov/ (travel for VISA holders)• www.uscis.gov (US Citizenship & Immigration Service)
ECFMGExchange Visitor Sponsorship Program Telephone (215)823-2121Fax (215)386-9766
Regional Advisor for HawaiiFred Valente [email protected]