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Source: Faimer The Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research Distance Learning (FAIMER® DL) program offers health professions educators the opportunity to receive advanced training in all aspects of health professions education. Educators in medicine, nursing, dentistry, and other health professions can acquire the knowledge and skills to advance health professions education at their[…]

Source: Aspr.org By Sepi Ansar, Resources Director, Fidelis Partners/Medestar, Dallas, TX It’s no secret that one of the greater challenges we face in physician recruitment is filling rural searches. The country faces a physician shortage, which is only exacerbated in rural designated areas. Challenges with rural recruitment and retention are projected to continue well into the[…]

Source: Usmle.org As previously announced, changes to the Step 3 examination will occur in 2014. The current Step 3 examination is administered in two 8-hour test sessions, which must be taken on consecutive days. The restructured examination will also be two test days; however, examinees will be able to schedule the two test days on non-consecutive days.[…]

Amazing intersection of technology, anatomy, and human consciousness – great read! Source: Kurzweil Scientists from the 135 partner institutions meeting in Switzerland this week October 7, 2013 Simulated neuronal network showing 3D shapes of individual cells (reconstructed from lab data). Blue cells are silent, red cells are firing. (Credit: EPFL/Blue Brain Project) On Monday, October[…]

Source: Albert Einstein College of Medicine Watch top neurologists — live & online— discuss the latest scientific research via live streaming video, participate in real-time Q&A online and earn AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.   Register Now

Source: ECFMG The ECFMG 2014 Information Booklet and the 2014 exam application materials are now available on the ECFMG website. For Step 1/Step 2 CK, you can use the 2014 materials to apply for: available Step 1/Step 2 CK eligibility periods ending in 2013 (September 2013-November 2013 and October 2013-December 2013) and all Step 1/Step 2 CK eligibility[…]

Source: ECFMG The AMA International Medical Graduates Section (AMA-IMGS) and the ECFMG Certificate Holders Office (ECHO) are pleased to partner to offer this important and timely event. During this webinar, you will hear helpful tips for pursuing a U.S. residency through the Match. This event will also offer the opportunity to gain a better understanding[…]

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Interesting read from a medical student’s perspective… Source: KevinMD I always wanted to become a medical doctor to cure the sick and save lives. In fact, most doctors I know chose the profession for the same reason. This fundamental desire among physicians to treat patients is because our beliefs have been deeply rooted in the[…]