Project IMG ™

Conrad Fischer, MD, @SeeFisch is Program Director of Internal Medicine and Vice Chair of Medicine at Brookdale Hospital/One Brooklyn Health. Dr. Fischer's exceptional background includes a fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center/Cornell University and his role as a distinguished Professor of Medicine at Touro University College of Medicine. He is internationally recognized for his contributions to medical education as the author of ten medical textbooks (including the best-selling Master the Boards series of USMLE books), faculty advisor for First Aid for the USMLE Step 1, and former Chair of Medicine at Kaplan Medical. Additionally, Dr. Fischer served as Executive Producer for the 2026 Academy Award-Winning Documentary Short Film All the Empty Rooms and the 2024 Academy Award-Nominated Documentary Short Film Stranger at the Gate. Dr. Fischer is the founder and CEO of MedQuest Test Prep (medquestreviews.com), which provides study solutions to help students and trainees relax on test day, pass the boards, and practice exceptional quality medicine to improve patients' lives. May 15-16 📍Miami, FL

We are delighted to announce that both abstracts from our research team have been accepted for The IMG Event 2026 in Miami. This marks a significant milestone for the team. We did it ! May 16, 2026 | Miami Dade College #IMGEvent2026

I am delighted to share that the abstract from our research team have been accepted for The IMG Event 2026. This signifies a major achievement for the team. We did it ! May 16, 2026 | Miami Dade College I want to appreciate my mentor and teacher @ecalderonmd #IMGEvent2026

Few years later … I am thrilled to announce our work is selected for poster presentation for @TheIMGevent @ProjectImg looking forward to meeting you all 😭💕

Looking forward to present our research at @TheIMGevent by @ProjectImg! @sebas_arruarana Excited to meet everyone there! May 16th, here in Miami. 📍 Save the Date!

Dr. Khaled Yehia Sayed Omar is a non-us IMG from Egypt who completed 3 years of general surgery residency in Egypt, was an observer for 6 months, and is currently working as a research fellow." Congratulations on matching into General Surgery at Kendall Regional Center. 🎉 Wishing you continued success as you step into this new chapter. #MATCH2026 #ProjectIMG

We are excited to welcome Dr. Alex Mechaber — Vice President at USMLE & NBME and Professor Emeritus at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. With a distinguished career dedicated to advancing medical education and shaping the future of physician assessment, Dr. Mechaber's impact continues to influence generations of healthcare professionals MAY 15-16, 2026 📍Miami, FL

Project IMG Instagram Takeover 2026 🎉 Meet Dr. Peculiar Ihunwo, an incoming PGY1 General Surgery resident at NYU Grossman SOM. I’ve just started my journey into surgery. Matching into a surgical intern year at NYU was a huge moment for me… but there’s a lot people don’t see behind it. The slow progress. The uncertainty. The days you question everything. What carried me through wasn’t just intelligence or scores; it was consistency. Showing up. Staying present. Doing the work even when things didn’t feel certain. One thing I made sure to carry into every interview: “I adapt. I learn fast. I support the team”. You only get 15–20 minutes to make an impression, but the work you’ve been putting in long before that is what really speaks. I also learned the hard way to start early. Research, conferences, connections… they matter more than you think. Grateful for the opportunity to train at a place like NYU, but I know this isn’t the finish line. This path isn’t easy… but it’s doable. Everyone’s journey looks different. I’m just getting started; and I’m ready to build. Join us on Thursday, April 9th, 3pm EST, as Dr. Ihunwo, Takes-over our Instagram Stories to share his journey & experiences while clearing your doubts ⏰ Stay tuned and get your questions ready 🩺 #MATCH2026 #PIMG #pimgtakeover #residency

Today, we are so proud to celebrate Savvina Prapiadou on matching into Neurology at Mass General Brigham/Harvard Medical School, a milestone shaped by years of dedication, resilience, and belief in a dream that kept growing with every step. Her path has been one of courage and purpose: from medical school in Patras, to genetics research in Heidelberg, to computational and genetics work in Cincinnati, to formative clinical rotations at Yale and Johns Hopkins, and to a postdoctoral fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital. Each chapter helped shape the physician and scientist she is becoming. Behind this moment are the long hours, the uncertainty, the sacrifices, and the strength it takes to keep moving forward even when the road is not easy. That is what makes this achievement so important. It is not only about where she matched, but about everything it took to get here. Savvina’s journey is a beautiful reminder that dreams are built over time, through hard work, persistence, and the quiet determination to keep going. Congratulations on this extraordinary achievement. Neurology is lucky to have you, and we cannot wait to see all the lives you will touch in the years ahead. 💙✨ #Match2026 #ProjectIMG #IMGJourney #neurology #massgeneralbrigham

Project IMG Takeover 2026 🎉 Meet Dr Ramos an upcoming PGY1 Internal Medicine Resident at South Texas Health System. ⏰Join us this Friday, 3rd of April, 7AM EST as Dr Carlos takes over our Instagram Stories to share his journey & experiences while clearing your doubts. Get your questions ready ✔️ #MATCH2026 #ProjectIMG #Residency #PIMGTakeover

🚨 PGY-1 POSITION AVAILABLE – PEDIATRICS (July 2026) Due to unforeseen circumstances, a PGY-1 spot has become available at Virginia Tech Carilion in Roanoke, VA. The program has received a waiver from the NRMP, meaning they are actively looking to fill this position outside of the Match. This is a great opportunity for applicants still seeking a residency position starting in July 2026, especially those interested in Pediatrics. 📍 Carilion Clinic – Roanoke, Virginia 🗓 Start Date: July 2026 If you or someone you know is still looking, reach out directly: 📧 abwashofsky@carilionclinic.org 📞 (540) 521-1796 Let’s help spread the word and connect the right candidate with this opportunity. Tag someone who might benefit 👇

Now on the #ACGME Blog! Check out the latest post in our Pathways to Practice: Stories from Underserved in Medicine series, an interview with @sebas_arruarana, a PGY-3 internal medicine resident at @OBHBrookdaleIM. #MedEd #MedX #ruralGME #ruralhealth acgme.org/newsroom/blog/…

@SeeFisch Greetings from Egypt Dr. Conrad @SeeFisch , we were really so glad about meeting you today on video call with Dr. @sebas_arruarana was an incredible day. Thank you for your contributions @ProjectImg Would love to see you in Egypt 🤩You are welcomed🥰

Hello #MedTwitter, My name is Ziad Khalifa, a non-US IMG from Egypt. I graduated in 2021 and currently work as a cardiology resident in my final year of training. I'm ECFMG certified and completed my USMLE Steps in 2023. Despite my efforts and sacrifices, I have faced five US visa refusals, and I went unmatched this cycle. I would truly appreciate any insight on how to get past this bottleneck. I know I still need US clinical experience (USCE) and Step 3, and I’m seeking guidance from those who have been in a similar situation. It’s been a difficult journey, and at times, it feels like all the effort and financial investment may have been in vain, but I’m still trying to find a way forward. At this point, I’m unsure whether I should keep applying for the visa again or if I need to take a different approach before trying. Any advice from those with experience would mean a lot. #USMLE #MATCH #MATCH2026 #IMG @ProjectImg @StoriesImg

Congratulations @Masum_Rahma @TheNRMP @ProjectImg

Thrilled to join @ProjectImg! As a SIMS Best Graduate (18 Gold Medals/10 Distinctions) & #Match2027 applicant, I’m bridging clinical excellence with mentorship. Clearance: Step 1 & Step 2 CK✅ Focusing on: 🔹 USCE 🔹 Research & Data Science 🔹 IM Networking #Residency #USMLE #IMG

Honored to receive an invitation to share some of my experiences.

PROJECT IMG MEETUP IN EGYPT 🇪🇬🩵 What started as a simple idea during my vacation in Egypt turned into something truly special. I was just talking with a few friends here, and they said, “let’s meet.” And as always with Project IMG we don’t do small and open the doors to everyone! Within just 3 days, with the incredible help of local leaders like Mahmoud (part of @ProjectImg for the past 5 years) Dr Mirna @mirna_elkomi and Omar, who even picked me up at the airport and played a key role in organizing everything on the ground, we came together to put this meetup together here in Cairo. From planning the venue to coordinating logistics, this was a true team effort. And then… over 150 doctors showed up. Egyptian doctors, Sudanese doctors, all coming together with one purpose: to connect, support each other, and grow. One of the most special parts of the meetup was bringing the global community into the room. During the event, we connected live with colleagues across the United States through video calls. We had friends, residents, and mentors joining us virtually, sharing advice and encouragement in real time. Dr Fischer @SeeFisch and the chief resident of my program Dr Hasson who is Egyptian and scored 280 on step 1 USMLE also joined us on video call to advice and inspire, along with several residents from different specialties @DrMigueQC creating a bridge between Cairo and the U.S. medical system. It was honestly one of the most meaningful moments of my trip. Sitting together, listening to your stories, sharing ideas, giving guidance for your journeys in medicine and life… this is exactly why Project IMG exists. This is what fills me. This is what I love. Thank you all for welcoming me with such warmth, for opening your doors—and your hearts—to me. ♥️ I truly hope this is just the beginning of a strong Project IMG Egypt community, one that continues to grow, support each other, and create opportunities for the next generation. We are building something global. And we are just getting started. If you want to lead or help build a Project IMG chapter in your country, reach out or comment below. Let’s do this together 🌍 Hope to see you all again soon. Until next time, Cairo 🇪🇬🫶 CONNECT • LEARN • SUCCED #projectimg #theimgevent #egypt

We are excited to welcome Dr. Juan Carlos Cárdenas to The IMG Event - Annual Project IMG Conference 2026! Dr. @drjuancarlosmd is an Assistant Professor of Medicine and serves as the Medical Director of the International Medicine Practice within the Division of General Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic Florida. He is a leader in innovation, acting as the Internal Medicine Division Champion of Digital Transformation and a key member of Mayo Clinic's Innovation Advocates. Join us as Dr. Cárdenas shares his expertise, journey, and insights to inspire the next generation of physicians. Miami, FL May 15-16, 2026