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Changes at ECFMG – Updates for International Medical Students

There is an application fee of $50 for submitting ECFMG Certification.  This is effective as of Jan 30, 2012.  If you are an international medical graduate or student, you must submit an application for ECFMG certification.  The application must be submitted before you can apply for ECFMG for examinations. 

New Rules on Repeating USMLE Examinations: Time between Examination Attempts

For exam applications…

Alkaptonuria – deficiency of homogentisic acid oxidase – increased homogentisic acid.

Albinism – lack of enzyme tyrosinase – deficiency of melanin pigment.

Cystic Fibrosis – deletion of phenylalanine at position 508. 

Glycogen Storage Disease

•             Von Gierke Dx (Type I) – deficiency of glucose 6 phosphatase

•             Pompe Disease – deficiency of lysosomal…

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is the most common fatal genetic disease affecting Caucasian in US and Canada.  Cystic fibrosis is an autosomal recessive disorder.  There is no cure for cystic fibrosis.  Cystic fibrosis occurs when there is a mutation on the chloride channel protein affecting the CFTR (cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator) producing abnormally thick viscous mucous. …

1. Manage Your Time Effectively

Medical school will overwhelm you.  This is especially true when you are attending a medical school that is not in your country.  Spend some time scheduling when you are going to do what.  Stick to the schedule.  You will find that managing your time effectively will help you achieve your goals better.  You will be ahead of your class. 

2.  Socialize with the smart students.

To some extent your marks will depend on who you hang out with. …