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Apr 2022
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98. IMG Roadmap Series #95: Dr. Amilyn W...

Dr. Nina Lum
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Today we have a bit of a blast from the past with Dr. Amilyn Worlobah who we interviewed in 2019. Stay tuned to hear all about her fascinating story!

At the time, she was an intern in a family medicine program in Arkansas, all excited about her future.

She attended the Ross University which used to be on the island of Dominica, but is now situated in Barbados after a major hurricane in 2017.

Here are some of the highlights of her journey:

  • Dr. Worlobah started medical school in January of  2013,
  • completed her clinical rotations in the US,
  • took her board exams in her 3rd year and then Step 2 in her fourth year.

She also shares how she prepared for her USMLE exams:

  • She took a comp exam, aimed at preparing her for the exam,
  • used the online resource Decker for past questions and textbooks,
  • used UWorld question banks and Master the Boards texts as well.
  • Unfortunately, she failed the exam the first time, but was successful the second time around.

She advises the following about the application process:

  • Ensure that you have a winning personal statement as early in the process as possible.
  • Use Google and Match A Resident to filter out programs that won’t take IMG’s.
  • Capitalize on your CV–ensure that you mention all of your relevant experience.
  • Networking is key throughout the process.

Dr. Worlobah also speaks highly of her time as a medical scribe and encourages IMG’s to consider this option instead of being idle during the application process.

Her mantra is as follows:

  • Never give up.
  • Don’t get in your head or be negative about your experiences.
  • Always turn whatever negatives you encounter into learning experiences.
  • You can’t spell testimony without “test!”

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