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Jul 1, 2024 | 
mondaq.com | Sarah Peterson |Nicole Bennett
June 30 marks a pivotal juncture in a doctor's journey, as
it is when most finish their medical residency and fellowship
training across the United States, permitting them to transition
into medical practice.
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Jun 27, 2024 | 
fragomen.com | Sarah Peterson |Nicole Bennett
June 30 marks a pivotal juncture in the journey of every doctor as it is when most finish their medical residency and fellowship training across the United States, permitting them to transition into medical practice.
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Jun 10, 2024 | 
mondaq.com | Sarah Peterson |Nicole Bennett
As the 30th year of the Conrad 30 program approaches
in September 2024, it is appropriate to look back on the successful
role it has played in expanding access to healthcare in rural
America and the continued need for modernization to keep up with
rising healthcare demands.
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Jun 4, 2024 | 
fragomen.com | Sarah Peterson |Nicole Bennett
As the 30thyear of the Conrad 30 program approaches in September 2024, it is appropriate to look back on the successful role it has played in expanding access to healthcare in rural America and the continued need for modernization to keep up with rising healthcare demands.
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May 13, 2024 | 
mondaq.com | Sarah Peterson |Nicole Bennett
An International Medical Graduate (IMG) is a physician who
received a medical degree from a medical school located outside the
United States or Canada. An IMG can be either a U.S. citizens or a
non-U.S. citizen. Currently, IMGs represent more than 25% of the
U.S. physician working population.
Recent data from the Association of American Medical
Colleges (AAMC) confirms that the U.S. continues to face a
projected shortage of up to 86,000 physicians by 2036.
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Apr 2, 2024 | 
fragomen.com | Sarah Peterson |Nicole Bennett
An International Medical Graduate (IMG) is a physician who received a medical degree from a medical school located outside the United States or Canada. An IMG can be either a U.S. citizens or a non-U.S. citizen. Currently, IMGs represent more than 25% of the U.S. physician working population. Recent data from the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) confirms that the U.S. continues to face a projected shortage of up to 86,000 physicians by 2036.
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Feb 22, 2024 | 
fragomen.com | Sarah Peterson |Nicole Bennett
By: , The Conrad 30 J-1 waiver program turns 30 years old in 2024. Yet, throughout the program's history and despite bipartisan support, very little legislation has passed to ensure that it reflects the intent of its original sponsor, Senator Kent Conrad (D-ND), which is explored in the following blog.
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Jan 24, 2024 | 
fragomen.com | Sarah Peterson |Nicole Bennett
The United States is experiencing a dire physician shortage—one that is only expected to continue to increase in the coming years. Physician shortages around the country are of significant concern in areas that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has designated as Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/Ps). Underserved communities, whether rural or urban, face extensive barriers in obtaining access to proper medical care.
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Sep 25, 2023 | 
fragomen.com | Sarah Peterson
The US is grappling with a healthcare crisis, anticipating a shortfall of approximately 124,000 doctors by 2034 and 203,200 openings for registered nurses each year through 2031, factors which are notably affecting rural and underserved areas. International doctors are a critical part of the immediate solution to this crisis, however current immigration laws hinder the ability of foreign-born, US-trained doctors to help ensure every American receives adequate healthcare.
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Aug 21, 2023 | 
fragomen.com | Sarah Peterson
The United States is a relatively new country. However, the nation's population is older than it has ever been, which has meaningful and important impacts on how we ensure the provision of healthcare. Healthcare shortages across the country The shortage of doctors and support staff in the U.S., including nurses and allied healthcare workers, is well documented and will only continue to grow....
