THE IMG ROADMAP®
The complete digital course that teaches you everything you need to land your dream US residency and become a practicing physician as a foreign medical graduate.
As a physician myself, and after helping THOUSANDS of international graduates match with their dream US residencies, I’ve seen it all…
Maybe you’re overwhelmed by the super competitive US residency matching system
Maybe you didn’t get perfect scores in school, or are worried you have red flags on your application
Maybe you’re worried it’s been “too long” since you graduated
Maybe you’re scared your personal statement won’t be good enough, or feel intimidated by the interview process
If this sounds (a little too) familiar,
then IMG ROADMAP® is for YOU, my friend.
Whether you’re an American who graduated from an international medical school, or you’re a foreign graduate, I promise you, you can do this. Here’s how I know…
I myself am originally from Cameroon. I had a dream of practicing medicine in the United States, but I was initially rejected by the only medical school in my home country.
I learned the hard way that not all international med school programs are created equal. I had to pivot, then pivot again, until I stumbled upon a path into the United States medical school system. (A “plan” I do not recommend!)
I joke that I was “broke, busted, and disgusted” living in a 200-square foot apartment in a rough part of Chicago. I started my application process without a plan or strategy, had tons of errors in my personal statement, and had no idea about how internships could influence my application.
Not only did I have many red flags that were easily avoided, but I was also dealing with the emotional and mental turmoil of being an immigrant in the United States.
Fast Forward: I was able to network effectively and got accepted into a residency program that appreciated my background. After becoming Chief Resident in my residency, I got an inside look into what makes a successful resident application…
I started to ask myself: What can I do to make this process easier on other people?
The IMG Roadmap® is the EXACT program I wish I’d had to guide me through the daunting process of applying and matching to US medical residencies (without going crazy or losing hope)!
ROADMAPPER TESTIMONIALS
“I wanted to share the good news, I matched into a categorical IM program in New York!...
The change you made where you spoke about the IMG mindset left a huge impact on me. I believe that’s what made the difference in my enthusiasm in attempting to reapply for residency.
I took your advice about publishing and was able to publish an abstract at the ASN last October and obtained a 1-month observership.
I believe what you taught us is invaluable. Thanks for everything!”
-Dominic Archer
(Matched into a Categorical Internal Medicine)
Here’s exactly what you’ll learn inside the IMG Roadmap®:
The IMG Roadmap® course is broken into six, self-paced modules….
MINDSET: Owning your red flags, understanding your value, overcoming “imposter syndrome”, and moving forward with confidence!
REJECTION-PROOF NETWORKING: How to network in such a way that you attract mentors, sponsors, and colleagues who can help you get to where you want to go faster!
BUILD A STRATEGIC LIST OF PLACES TO APPLY: Don’t waste money applying to programs that are unlikely to accept you! Invest your application dollars with intention by creating a list of programs that fit YOU. In other words, make sure you’re barking up the right tree!
HOW TO WRITE A MAGNETIC PERSONAL STATEMENT: Learn to use your unique story to write a personal statement that gets program directors reading your essay from top to bottom! Plus, see examples of successful personal statements that landed IMG Roadmap® alumni in their dream residencies.
GATHER LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION: Learn to seek, find, and secure LOR’s that produce favorable results! Understand what to skip, who to pursue, and how to request an LOR in a way that psychologically influences the letter writer to support you. Included in the course: access to our LOR portal!
HOW TO PACKAGE YOURSELF AS THE PERFECT CANDIDATE! The most valuable module of all… Walk through how to fill out each form field of the application, step by step. First, get clear on how to best represent yourself, present your work competitively on ERAS, learn what experiences to include (or leave out!) on your application, and triage opportunities so you can do what matters most to you down the road.
In short: Learn to represent yourself as the physician you’ve been working hard to become so you can match with your dream US residency!
As an IMG Roadmap® student, you’ll also get access to a huge library of BONUSES like…
Email templates
Downloadable “Cheet Sheets”
“Swipe files” of example applications
Networking prompts for meetings, conferences, and events
Sponsorship/mentorship request email templates
A Personal Statement library
LOR Templates
A copy of Dr. Lum’s audiobook, “Still MD”
Want more (even more) details?
Watch the video: What is the IMG Roadmap® Course?
ROADMAPPER TESTIMONIALS
Everything you need to get ready for September…
How Dr. Lum and the IMG Roadmap® can help you match with your dream residency:
THE IMG ROADMAP® COURSE: 6 self-paced “teaching sessions” where you’ll learn absolutely everything you need to get you ready for September!
LIVE TEACHING SESSIONS: Available only in March and April, you have the option to join Dr. Lum for “teaching sessions” on the weekly topic, then again for mid-week “office hours” (Q&A on anything from the course).
1:1 COACHING: Need personalized one-on-one help? Book a coaching session with Dr. Lum and receive anything from interview help, personal statement reviews, and tips to improve your odds for a match!
ROADMAPPER TESTIMONIALS
“The IMG Roadmap is a comprehensive, thoughtful, and inspiring resource of information that is truly helpful for an international medical graduate.
I attended the course for two years in a row – the first year I attended it out of curiosity, but it was clear to me from the beginning that I would implement her advice at the time of application.
Dr. Nina Lum has incredible insight into the process and shares valuable advice while offering tremendous support and access to a growing community of success stories.”
-Lara Žekar
(Matched into Emergency Medicine)
“I highly recommend this program to anyone who feels lost or is drowning under the many deadlines associated with the application process. I would even suggest this to those earlier in their medical school career because it clarifies the end goal of residency applications and can help you shape your application early on!
Having the opportunity to ask Dr. Lum questions in the weekly office hours and reach out to her over email was super helpful. Additionally, I learned lots of useful tips and tricks throughout the program.”
- Millie Mohan (Family Medicine)
OK, I’m really excited! How much is the investment?
Inside the IMG Roadmap® course, you’re getting access to:
A full course on mindset & confidence ($1000 value)
A full course on networking ($1000 value)
A full course on strategically picking programs most likely to accept you ($1000 value)
A full course on writing a standout personal statement ($1500 value)
A full course on gathering LOR’s that produce favorable results, including an LOR portal ($1500 value)
A full course on “personal branding” that shows you not only how to fill out every single step inside your residency applications, but also how to best represent yourself as the reliable physician you’ve worked so hard to become! ($2000 value)
Not to mention high value bonuses and downloads worth over $2,000 like:
Email templates
Swipe files
LOR templates
Personal statement library
And MORE!
While valued at over $10,000(!!!), you can access the IMG Roadmap® for a one-time payment of $597!
(save $9,403 by paying all at once)
Other Frequently Asked Questions:
1.How long will I have access to the course?
Once you enroll, every single resource inside the IMG Roadmap® is yours from now until the moment you match!
2. Can I join if I’m a first or second year medical student?
I think the perfect time to join this program is early in medical school! This allows you enough time to design the medical student career that you want, leading up to matching strategically with your dream residency down the road.
3. What if I’m an “Old Grad”?
Absolutely! I’ve had students saw success even after graduating up to 13 years ago! Your age and your year of graduation shouldn’t hold you back. In fact, you can leverage your expertise and experience as an “older grad” into landing your dream residency.
4. Will I get personalized help with my application?
While 1:1 help is not included in the Self-paced IMG Roadmap® course, if you feel you need one on one help with your application, I’ve got you covered! You can either opt to join the LIVE teaching component with office hours and weekly lessons (this only happens for six weeks in March and April), or you can learn more about 1:1 coaching with me here.
5. What is the success rate of this program? How do I know this will help me match?
Watch my answer to this question HERE:
This isn’t just about “matching”…this is about taking charge of the trajectory of your life.
If you hear nothing else, hear this:
It doesn’t matter how many “red flags” you have.
It doesn’t matter how old you are or how long ago you graduated.
It doesn’t matter if English is your first language or not.
If you come to this program with a willingness to leave imposter syndrome behind and step fully into your power, you can positively impact NOT ONLY your own medical career but the health and wealth of future generations of your family.
You, my friend, are worth the investment. I’m so excited to witness your journey.
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and what you get in addition to the live program!
Frequently Asked Questions
Why I started the IMG Roadmap School
How does the IMG Roadmap Program work?
Check out our Testimonial Page to see what our students our saying about the IMG Roadmap Program and how it accelerated their success.
When does the program start and end?
The LIVE course begins on Monday April 24th 2023, but in order to get you ready we will have an orientation session Wednesday April 19th 2023 to ensure you are all set to go!
Because it is a 6-week live coaching, the course will end on Sunday the 4th of June 2023.
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