...the only FMG externship organization in USA run by a dedicated physician.
FMG Affordable is an innovative company providing externship (hands-on patient exam) training with a proven success record
and US clinical experience at various Baltimore, MD area hospitals to prepare FMG's for US hospital
residency. By now, our students have a very high residency placement record of proven success with the help of our program. Please look at FAQ to see why you
should choose FMG Affordable.
Photo:Dr.Mehta with Barbara and a student
Total Training Package
Besides proving an excellent externship training and LOR's,
We provide a total training package that includes:
-CS Exam Training
-Basic understanding of USMLE exams and ERAS application programs.
-Repair and improvement of your CV and personal statement preparation.
-Assistance with accent reduction and interview techniques.
-Complete guidance and help with the Scramble process.
-And any other special guidance requirements of the student.
New 2009 TESTIMONIALS
Dear friends,
I am Dr Sandeep Nagre, an IMG from India. When I was in India, I had compared externship programs and found that FMG affordable has genuine testimonials. My senior Dr. Parikshit Deshmukh did this program. He got Psychiatry residency at Case Western. He highly recommended it. I also contacted some testimonial students. They gave me very positive feedback; so my friend Vishal Paliwal and I joined this program and now I am very impressed at the training assignments I had. I am also impressed by how genuine, honest and caring both Mehta’s are.
Under this program I had completed my rotations with Dr Charu Mehta and Dr Harry Li. And truly speaking they are both very good mentors. I am really happy that I worked with them and learned a lot. Their way of managing their patients was really appreciable. . They allowed me to single handedly manage the patients under their guidance.
Dr Charu Mehta is well established internist. I had seen a variety of patients in her clinic as well as in hospital. She has privileges at Howard county general hospital and University specialty hospital. Dr. Li is a really impressive personality. He is well established internist with privileges at Howard county general hospital and four assisted living centers. Working with him is not only good clinical experience but its also like a personality development class and prepares you for residency interviews.
This program makes you ready for doing any residency program in USA. I learned how the health care system works in United States as well as a systemic way of approaching the different types of diseases.
This program is also helpful to those who are interested in extracurricular activities like I had done volunteer work in medical health fair conducted by BAPS and got a nice certificate from them. Dr Mehta encourages and provides opportunity for such noble activities.
The dorm does not feel like a dorm. It’s a home away from home because of the friends I made here and the support from Mehta family. We had bar-b-cue twice just on this Memorial day weekend. During my rotation I was preparing for my usmle cs exam and the daily training and guidance I got from my dorm friends was unparalleled and as a result, I did very well in CS and fully expect to pass.
So, I strongly recommend this excellent externship program for every student who wants to become part of health care system in USA or any part of world.
Dr. Sandeep Nagre
Nagpur, India, Dr.sandeepn@yahoo.com
May 28, 2009
Along the way, I met some wonderful people at the dorm. We learned from each other, travelled and even cooked together. The cheer and camaraderie we shared as a bunch of students living at the dorm is something
you cannot put a price tag on. It was like revisiting our school days. We taught each other to play pool/ table tennis and had a lot of fun in the weekends. The Mehta’s were gracious hosts always eager to look
in on our needs without even being asked. They drove us to the grocery store and took us out for dinner and entertainment in the weekends. Dr. Mehta doted on us like we were her own children and made us feel
very much at home. Mr. Mehta drove us to work, to the airport, for shopping etc as needed, often waking up in the wee hours of the morning for us. The bus stop is a short walk from home. Bottom line, it is a
convenient place to stay during the externship and is highly recommended."
Vishal Paliwal
India, vishal_plwl@yahoo.co.in
May 19, 2009
Hi To The Person Reading This Testimonial Of Mine!!
I take great Pleasure in writing and sharing my experience to all of you out there with the hope that you get benefited in a similar way as I did. I too was bit apprehensive like you all thinking whether my expectations will be met or not therefore I take this opportunity hoping it will help you all make decision that is right for you.
I was looking for externship in OBGYN and being a surgical specialty I had great trouble finding one. I found FMGAffordable by Google search and I did see in their website that they offer OBGYN externship and I was very pleased to know that. I phoned to book a place and I was so impressed by the administration as it was all arranged in such a short period of time and so efficiently. I was given clear guidance through email and phone communication and all my queries were answered.
I was placed under Dr. Hundley MD FACOG and Dr. Lahom MD FACOG at WomanKind for my externship. Both physicians are highly qualified and well respected. Womankind is one of the busiest OBGYN office and I had exposure to numerous clinical presentations including minor office surgical procedures in just 3 weeks of duration. Both physicians are so friendly to approach and very professional. They gave me chance to communicate with the patients from day one. Initially I started with history taking and presentation to them and they would discuss with me what examination that I would do, what differential diagnoses I have come up with and discuss relevant investigations and management of each case. I started seeing patients independently and do the examination under their supervision and document the patient notes. I got exposure to working system of Howard County General Hospital. Both physicians without getting tired with their busy schedule were there to answer to all my questions about healthcare system and patient care. WomanKind office staffs are so friendly and they made my stay during externship so comfortable. Overall it was incredible experience and well above my expectations.
I liked the accommodation. I had very good time with people in the dorm. You get to meet other people and get so much information related to residency application process. I have interest in teaching and training and I and other people in the dorm practiced CS cases with people who were doing their exams.
Here I take an opportunity to thank Dr. Mehta and Mr. Mehta who are very supportive and easy to approach. They pick you up from airport, help to pick up the grocery and they were always there at the end of the phone whenever I needed any help. There help rendered to us was tremendous and that made my stay stress free.
I depends what you are looking for and for me it was externship and getting hands-on clinical experience and I achieved it via FMGAffordable and at the same time I had very good time.
If you have anymore questions please feel free to write to me at drjayavp@yahoo.com
Best Wishes
Jaya
drjayavp@yahoo.com
May 18, 2009
Dear Dr. Mehta,
I just completed my first session in your externship program and wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed it. I was looking for an Internal Medicine rotation in which I got to see, examine, and
interview patients in the clinic as well as round on hospitalized patients. I worked with Dr. G who was very accomodating. He asked me what type of training and exposure to medicine I was
looking for and was very willing to work with me. He offered me many opportunities to have hands-on training with his patients and gave me much autonomy to work as an independent physician.
Other externship programs that I was considering could not offer such intense training. Many of the programs were overcrowded with medical students and, as such, could not allow very much
interaction with the patients. Also, those programs were not able to find opportunities for the clients (medical students and physicians) to work in hospital settings. Most of the time that
I was working with Dr. G we rounded on 5-7 patients in the hospitals before spending a full day in the clinic. Your program has offered this opportunity and is a true externship and not just an observership.
I look forward to continuing my externship training in your program and would highly recommend it to others, especially physicians, who are looking for a solid training experience in Internal Medicine.
Sincerely,
Robyn Wirsing, M.D.
rwirsin@hotmail.com
May 11, 2009
Hi, this is Dr. Vishal Paliwal from India. My first rotation was in Internal Medicine with Dr Mehta. I was trained in her office and also at University (of Maryland) Specialty Hospital. She is a highly
respected physician there as she had been in prime posts and very much a part of this hospital. I interacted with and examined patients at both locations. I did
see a variety of patients requiring chronic care and also on ventilator support. The challenging part is sensing and detecting complications earlier and treat a
patient at the earliest stage of the disease, and she successfully manages that due to her vast experience. Hospital staff was very warm and helpful to me. In the
office, I saw variety of patients and participated in their care by taking history, examining them, interpreting labs and planning treatment options under her guidance.
From being totally naïve about USA medical system, I am now fairly acquainted with the working of the medical system here. I saw a wide range of cases with her in her
office and in University of Maryland Specialty Hospital. Her mannerism with the patients and the warm friendly nature has been pure joy to watch and the interaction with
the patients and the various procedures which were conducted with finesse have been great education for me. She became so friendly and familiar to me that, I used to ask her
many questions not only regarding studies but also general things that sometimes seems difficult to me. She would answer all my worries kindly and calmly, no matter how silly they might have been to her.
The Mehta’s have taken good care of me. Mr.Mehta personally came to pick me up at Dulles Airport and waited patiently for 2 hours for me to clear customs and immigration.
I have found them to be very honest, kind, cooperative and they have shown a lot of caring. They have provided CD’s to reduce my accent and speak better English. When my
laptop went down, they let me use their notebook computer.Since, I was new to US and was not well trained in cooking; Dr. Mehta provided me with a brand nnew sandwich maker from her own kitchen. The dorm is very comfortable
and safe. I have made good friends in the dorm and will always cherish my stay and training at FMG Affordable.
My second rotation is with Dr. Harry Li, who is also one of the respected physicians in Internal Medicine. Presently, I am also having good time with Dr. Li, since every physician
has its own way of dealing with the patients and I am getting more exposed to how everything works in US clinical settings. I really admire Dr. Li as a good Physician and as a good human being. He really impressed me by his
knowledge, his way of communicating and explaining things to the patients and his caring attitude towards the patients. His zeal towards his work and his way of dealing with the old people in various Assisted Living Houses is really adorable.
I learnt a lot from him about how to treat patients in USA. He allowed me to touch and examine his patients. I am really lucky to have worked with such a good and kind physician and I am really thankful to fmgaffordable for giving me an opportunity
to work with him.
Lastly, I will strongly recommend FMG AFFORDABLE, because this is the only place where you can have a good teacher, mentor, friend and guardian in the form of Mr. Mehta and Dr. Mehta, along with having
hands on clinical experience.
Vishal Paliwal, Nagpur, India
vishal_plwl@yahoo.co.in
May 7, 2009
hello everybody
i am writing this testimonial for fmg affordable after completing my 6 weeks externship.
i did my first rotation with dr.mahmood solaiman who is a GI specialist, under whom i took the histories and saw endoscopy and all kind of gi procedures. he also
took me to harbor hospital with him.i got a good LOR from him. it was really gud clinic experience for me.
after that i took my second rotation in univ. of maryland, shock and trauma center which was a awesome experiecnce for me. working in such a great setting, i felt
it as the best place a dr. can reach. i have seen there all kind of surgeries of critical care. i learned alot during this rotation and thank dr.mehta for such a placement.
before coming to US i was bit doubtful about these services, but not now.
i had a very good time here with dr.mehta and mr.mehta. they r very helpful.
i must say its worth all the expenditure and am satisfied.
if u have any doubt u can contact me thru e mail, i will try to respond early if time and situations allow me to....
gulshan uppal, India
gulshanuppal@gmail.com
March 20, 2009
Hey everybody,
It makes me quite pleased to write a testimonial for Dr Mehta's externship program. I came to know
about it through google search and I feel it is a very useful experience for the IMGs. I did my first
rotation in Internal Medicine with Dr Mehta and about to complete my second rotation in OB Gyn at
“Womankind”.
During the Internal Medicine rotation, I had an opportunity to take history and do examination and
obtain a hands-on clinical experience in Dr Mehta's office. I was fortunate enough to attend
seminars/conference on Chronic Kidney Disease, Diabetes Mellitus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Gout,
Bisphosponates, some of them conducted by the faculty from Johns Hopkins University, Yale
University. I believe it would be great to talk about it in my CV. I also went on rounds with Dr Mehta to
University Specialist Hospital (University of Maryland) and got a fair picture of how things work in a
hospital setting in US. I was demonstrated the working of assist-control ventilator, dialysis machine,
VAC in wound care. I was exposed to Speech therapy, Therapeutic Recreation Residents' work which
goes hand in hand with the work of Internal Medicine doctors for the care of chronically ill patients. I
also accompanied Dr Mehta to Lorein Nursing home and attended rounds there. In the weekend, I
attended a health fair along with her as a volunteer and talked about nutrition and childhood obesity
and how to prevent it.
In the OB-GYN rotation, I had the opportunity to gain a hands-on experience working with Dr Hundley
and Dr Lahom. It was an immense pleasure to work with them and I was given the opportunity to take
history, do examination and write out my assessment and plan. So, it proved to be quite a fruitful
experience of understanding the working of an out-patient practice in ob-gyn in USA. The doctors and
the entire staff were very supportive and understanding. It was awesome working with Dr Lahom and
Dr Hundley who were very friendly and approachable. It was a very busy office and hence I had a good
exposure to interesting cases. I also had an opportunity to observe laser treatment for hair removal and
minor office procedures like biopsy, polypectomy and IUD insertion. It was an enjoyable experience
and hopefully would help me in my residency application!
I am currently staying at the dorm provided with this externship program. I am satisfied with my
accomodation. The dorm is situated in a tidy neighbourhood. The surroundings are peaceful to study in
your spare time.
I would like to take a moment here to speak about Dr Mehta. She has been immensely supportive and
has always encouraged me. In this tough time of residency search, all we are looking for is some
guidance and positive support and I'm grateful to her for giving me that. She is a very knowledgeable
doctor and there is much to learn from her.
Priyanka V, India
priya03in@gmail.com
March 25, 2009
It is my immense pleasure to write about the experiences that I had with FMGAffordable team. My first rotation was with Dr.Mehta in internal medicine
which helped me to have an insight into US medical setup and enhanced my clinical knowledge and communication skill. I also learned about patient counseling
and ethical issues that are vital parts in US medical practice. Apart from her office patients, I had the opportunity to visit patients at
University of Maryland Specialty hospital and also at Lorien nursing home.
With her, I had the opportunity to attend conferences conducted by the faculties of world famous schools like Johns Hopkins and Yale universities about
recent advances in medicine. The educational seminars were on Advances on Treatment of Osteoporosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Diabetes Mellitus, Gout and
Chronic Kidney Disease. I also had an opportunity to work as a volunteer at a local community health fair. All these activities have added value to my CV.
I am doing my second rotation with Dr. Solaiman, a GI practice. I see endoscopic procedures at his office and examine patients by taking histories and
present cases to him and discuss the treatment options. He is very supportive and helps me in every possible way. I believe both these rotations would help
me to get into a radiology residency, where the first year will be internal medicine.
The dorm is comfortable where I felt quite at home. Mr. Mehta is a kind and approachable person and was kind enough to give me a few rides as well. Mr.Mehta and Dr.Mehta are there to help you in any kind of situation.
For some unavoidable personal reasons, I missed two days of my training and needed an extension and they were generous enough to give me a whole week with no charge.
No doubt, an externship with FMGAffordable opens the doors for a bright future.
It was a nice experience to be associated with you. Working with you helped me develop my communication skills and provided me to have an insight into
US health care system. You were always there to support me and I really appreciate it. I hope to keep in touch with you.
Thank you for your excellent LOR and your kind support.
With best regards,
Shakila S., Dhaka, Bangladesh and Toronto, Canada
shakila31@yahoo.com
March 20, 2009
Hello Doctors,
This is my testimonial as of 2009-02-20. I am done with the program, finished one rotation in internal medicine and the next in OBGYN.
What does this program offer in terms of clinical experience? Well, I enjoyed the internal medicine rotation; it gave me an insight into
office practice, chronic care hospital, and nursing home care in the United States. My rotation was with Dr Mehta, and she has achieved
so much throughout her career here that if I had to list her achievements, there'd be less space. Besides, she's a wonderful person and
very experienced. She has a message for you, every time she speaks.
I had an opportunity to examine patients, sometimes counsel them, and do procedures I was competent at and everything else I was capable of.
Not just that, but I met lots of other experienced doctors and it opens doors for me in future, met some doctors who provide rotations in other
specialties too and all of them were excellent human beings and all very helpful, supportive and experienced. So, in short, the clinical
experience was excellent and just enough as per the requirements.
My Ob experience was interesting, the doctors were wonderful and very experienced faculty involved with resident training in the past.
Basically I had office experience i.e. history-taking, examination; I also had an opportunity to see laser treatment. It was hard work,
there is a lot of pressure on OBGYN doctors to do more and more because of high malpractice insurance, sometimes it meant seeing 35-40
patients a day, which is good for trainees although sometimes patients refuse to let you into the room. Overall I enjoyed it and learnt a
lot too and I made some good friends too. I also was allowed a tour to the Howard county hospital which is John Hopkins affiliated to see how
hospital practice works though they do not cater to externship program training.
About the dorm, its comfortable living, obviously not five star, but you have everything you need, and if there's anything that does not meet
your expectation, you can always contact Mr. Mehta, who is very approachable. There is help available; you need to ask for it. I got help whenever
I was in need; sometimes more than my expectation, so feel free to approach. The best part of the accommodation is it provides you with safety,
security, especially if you are new in the country, you can rest assured you are in good hands.
Remember, money can't buy everything. You pay for a service and you get what you deserve; so work hard to earn a good recommendation. At least,
you have someone trying to help you! Nothing is free in America. Everyone is working very hard; so make the best of your stay and investment. For
those of you who join at peak times, you will make lots of friends; some for life and you can make your stay very enjoyable and memorable. It worked
for me; hope it will work for you too. Good luck all, and the program is good to learn how American health system works. You get what you need to get
into the system here; so don't think too much of what other people say on the web. If you need clinical experience, go for it. Most people, who were
here, got a residency!
Pooja A., Nepal & India
poojasnet@hotmail.com
February 2009
ANNOUNCEMENT #1: DR. CHARU MEHTA MADE A PRESENTATION AT A.A.P.I. ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2008, WHICH WAS VERY WELL RECEIVED. PLEASE REFER TO THEIR WEBSITE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND READ THE LETTER BELOW FROM AAPI.
American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin
Medical Student, Resident and Fellows Section
Dear Dr. Mehta,
Thank you for participating in the first AAPI International Medical Graduate Seminar hosted
by the Medical Student, Resident and Fellows Section on Saturday, December 6th at the University of
Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey.
MSRF members enjoyed hearing about the various options they have in gaining US observrships and externships.
We have received great feedback from those in attendance about your contribution to helping IMG's seek clinical
experience in the United States.
Thank you again for your sponsorship and paticipation in this unique event. We hope AAPI and FMGaffordable
can continue to work together in helping IMG's.
Sincerely,
Anita Bangale, MD
President, AAPI
Medical Students, Residents, Fellows Section
ANNOUNCEMENT #2: MBBS STUDENTS READY TO COMPLETE THEIR INTERNSHIP, PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR NEW CLERKSHIP PROGRAM ON THE MISC.
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2008 TESTIMONIALS
My experience with fmgaffordable has been wonderful. Being thousands of miles away from my home
I never felt alone here because Mr. and Dr. Mehta treat you just like a family. They looked after
me as their own daughter and took care of all my needs. We went shopping together and Mr.Mehta
took us for grocery and other places like the Howard County library with him.
My first rotation was with Dr.Solaiman who is a gastroenterologist. I saw endoscopic procedures
at his office and also visited Harbor Hospital with him. I was able to take histories ,present
cases to him and discuss the treatment plan. He was very helping and supported me in every way.
I stayed in the dorm which is a very comfortable and safe place.It is fully furnished and has
all the amenities. Mr.Mehta helps his students in every possible way. It has high speed Wi-Fi
throughout the dorm. The transportation is easily available from the dorm. Mr.Mehta drops the
students himself to inaccessible places. My overall experience was very good and I enjoyed my
stay here. I highly recommend fmgaffordable to gain hands on US clinical experience.
Purva G.
Aurangabad,India.
dr.purvag@gmail.com
I am happy to write this testimonial for fmgaffordable. Let me start with a quick introduction.
I graduated with a PhD in Neuroscience in the US after completing my MBBS in India. After my PhD,
I took the boards, scored well and was planning on applying to the Match this year. Looking at the
current trend of competition in any chosen residency field, it was evident that US clinical experience
is a top priority to be short listed by a Program Director. But securing hands-on clinical experience
at US hospitals was extremely difficult. Thanks to Mr. Mehta, I had the opportunity to meet with a couple
of doctors with similar backgrounds as mine who were pursuing externships with fmgaffordable. That really
helped me plan my externship rotations.
My first rotation was with Dr. Ruwani Gunawardane at Howard County General Hospital. She is a practicing
neurologist at Howard County General Hospital (part of Johns Hopkins Medicine) and a teaching professor
at the University of Maryland. I have seen so many interesting cases at the wards and her clinic at Howard
County General Hospital. Some of the cases were classic textbook cases like Parkinson's, Alzheimer's,
migraine and stroke while others were medical mysteries, which involved multiple specialties. Dr. Gunawardane
is an excellent teacher and mentor. I had the opportunity to take histories and examine all the patients.
I learned about the current medications she used to treat the patients. I also had assignments that helped
me understand certain neurological cases like ALS and pulsatile tinnitus in more detail. She also introduced
me to a world-renowned neurologist with whom I expect to work on future research projects. Overall, I had a
great learning experience with Dr. Gunawardane.
My second rotation was with Dr. Sharon Henry at the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center. This was a great
opportunity for me to observe, learn and participate in a 100% hospital based clinical experience. Dr. Henry is
the Division Chief of Wound Healing and Metabolism and also Associate Professor of Surgery at the Shock Trauma
Center and performs multiple surgical procedures in the OR every week. I have learnt about operative management
of cases like hernias, pelvic abscesses, intestinal obstruction and compartment syndromes from Dr. Henry during
her rounds. Rotating with her team gave me exposure to a diverse range of surgical/ emergency cases and their
post-op follow-ups. I also examined patients at the outpatient pavilion every week. Not only did I learn about
aseptic techniques and surgical procedures, I also had the opportunity to make a presentation to her team about
altered mental status patients. Dr. Henry took personal interest in my residency application process and I am
grateful for the timely pointers she gave me. I would highly recommend this rotation to anyone who needs exposure
to cutting-edge shock trauma hospital experience in the US. In fact, this Adams Cawley shock Trauma center is known
to be the best in the whole world. Feel free to write to me for further info.
Dr. Vijay Vishwanath,
India, Sept. 2008
vijay.vishwanath@gmail.com
"I have no reservations in writing this testimonial for FMGAffordable. Externship with Dr. Mehta’s program is truly
hands on clinical experience that all Program Directors are looking for incoming residents. My supervisor, a Board
Certified Psychiatrist, not only allowed me to record history and conduct physical examinations, he also took a keen
interest in my education and me. I was NOT merely following him around from one examination room to other, but had my
own desk and office where I interviewed the patients. Then I would present the entire case to my supervisor in the
presence of the patient, Nurse Practitioner and Nurse Practitioner Student, which was followed by detailed discussions
before the treatment plan was finalized. I would then type and print patient notes, which became a part of patient records.
Multiple cases each day provided me true involvement in patient care and enhanced my confidence with the patients and
medical professionals. At the end of my rotation, I got a very good LOR, which will definitely catch the eye of Program
Directors.
The best thing about the externship with Dr. Mehta and Mr. Mehta is that they are available for help and guidance 24 hours
a day, under the same roof where students are staying. This provides an excellent personal touch and a feeling of being
"listened to" if there are any doubts or feedback. On my first day, Mr. Mehta guided me about all the possible ways of
transport to my rotation site, and even bought me a concessional public transit pass. This made my adjustment very quick
and easy in a city to which I have never been before, and I was able to focus and concentrate on my rotation right from
my first day.
I can say beyond doubt, rotation with FMGaffordable is the first step in right direction towards a successful career in
medicine in the USA."
Bibhas Singla
Punjab,India , Oct. 2008
singla.bibhas@gmail.com
I have been lucky enough to find FMGaffordable.com on the net because by the 1st of September, 2008 I ended up needing 2
more US LORs, let alone valuable US clinical experience as a part of my credentials. Dr Mehta quickly replied on my multiple
emails providing me with all pieces of information I needed. Although being a little bit doubtful about the success of this
adventure, I did not have a choice and decided to embark upon the trip. You will be given an opportunity to earn an US LOR
for each 3-week rotation.
Mr. and Dr. Metha have considerable connections among local doctors so I was offered an opportunity
to choose rotation with any doctor, which would be more suitable for my career goal. For example, I was offered surgery and
emergency rotation in a hospital, GI specialist, Cardiologist and primary care Internal Medicine and Family Practice doctors.
other students went to neurologist and psychiatrist. The local suburb has proved to be fantastic, with a pure nature environment,
lots of trees, neat houses, and overall peaceful and friendly atmosphere. Public transport is nicely developed in the area. To
get to your rotation place will take you 10-15 min one way. If you thinking of visiting Washington D.C., the bus stop is 2
minutes walk from the house, and it takes only 1 hour and $4 to get to the nation's capital.
By the way, Prometric testing center is located a couple of miles away of the residential place. It is very convenient if you
wish to take Step 3 or 2CK, for instance. Overall, I am happy I have had an opportunity to earn 2 LORs and a local clinical
US experience. Hope, it will help me in my career endeavors. Again, I am extremely thankful to Mr. Mehta and Dr. Mehta for
their idea to give an opportunity to FMGs to improve their chances of getting into the US residency. Good luck to their business
and to everybody who pursues a challenging way of getting US medical graduate education.
Respectfully, David D., M.D. certified,
Moscow, Russia
Email : drdvmd@gmail.com
SUCCESS STORIES: EMAILS FROM 2007 GRADUATES:
Dear Dr. and Mr. Mehta,
It is with great pleasure that I inform you of my match at Case Western Reserve University,
Cleveland, Ohio, for Psychiatry. Case is very renowned in the field of Psychiatry and its
residency program is among the top psychiatry programs in the nation.
Your externship program was greatly responsible for this success. With increasing competition
for residencies among international medical graduates, it is essential to have US clinical
experience. After getting 25 calls and 21 interviews, I concluded that it is one of the screening
criteria for many programs. Your program gives an advantage to international medical graduates to
enter into US health care system and makes the process relatively easier. Otherwise, without
contacts, entering into this system is very difficult. Clinical knowledge and social manners
learned during externship experience help in interviews. Ultimately your program is great help in
achieving the final goal of residency.
Thank you very much for everything.
Regards,
Dr. Parikshit Deshmukh
email: pd4u@rediffmail.com
Dear Dr. Mehta and Mr. Mehta,
Your FMG Affordable has performed a miracle for me. Thanks to the excellent externship
training, I got residency at Guthrie/Robert Parker Hospital, Sayre, Pennsylvania in Family
Medicine. Due to my Chinese accent, I was initially not very hopeful in interview performance,
but your focused training really helped me. You have set the path for my life. I can’t thank
you enough.
Dr. Yuanyuan Wen
email: wengroves2003@yahoo.com
Originally from China
Dear Dr. and Mr. Mehta,
I would like to share with you one of my happiness moments in my life. I have matched in one
of the New York internal medicine resident programs. I am very happy that I matched into one
of my top choices after completing my externship training with FMG Affordable. I also would
like to take this opportunity to thank both of you for providing the excellent externship
program for IMG’s. I definitely recommend FMG Affordable to all FMG’s who wish to get residency
match in US.
I wish FMG Affordable has greater successes, and all the best to my extern fellows!
June Hou, MD
hou@pharm.stonybrook.edu
April 10, 2008
China/USA
Dear Mr. Mehta and Dr. Mehta,
Hello! How are you? I am delighted to inform you my Match results. I matched at Baylor College
of Medicine, Houston, Texas in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Jersey Shore University
Medical Center, New Jersey in Preliminary Internal Medicine.
I am very grateful to both of you for all of your help and guidance. Had it not been for the
externship experience I had at FMG Affordable, I wouldn't have been what I am today! Thank you
Dr. Mehta for not only introducing Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation to me, but also for
arranging an externship experience in the field and a letter of recommendation which helped me
tremendously. I will never forget the great US clinical experience I had through FMG Affordable,
that not only enhanced my resume but also helped me Match in the specialty and program of my
first choice!
Thank you once again,
Dr. Amruta Ashtekar
amru_ashtekar@yahoo.com
Dear Dr. and Mr. Mehta,
How are you both doing? Here I am fine and my family as well. I have been quite busy since
the arrival of our 2nd son on 19th Dec., 2007. I want to thank you Ma'am for being part of the
success story that I have through FMG Affordable. I have matched and will likely be in Oklohama,
in Family Medicine. Thank you once again and wish you many success story and blessings to FMG Affordable.
Thank you. Have a great day!!
Sincerely,
Dr. A. Sanyo Konyak
5321 Balsam Place # 301, Mason, OH
1-513-532-6638
email: drsanyo@yahoo.com
Comprehensive and affordable training managed by an actively practicing physician with a proven success record.
Our main goal is to provide clinical experience to help with CK and CS exams and letters of recommendation for students to significantly enhance
their chances for getting residency in US hospitals. Once you have done USMLE exams, the only thing further
you can do is our training to boost your resume so that you spend the rest of your life as a successful doctor
in USA instead of a paramedical person with a medical degree. We provide information and guidance for students
to pass USMLE exams, help with accent reduction, personal statements and also provide guidance for the ERAS application process.
FMG Affordable was founded by Dr. Mehta three years ago. She has been practicing Internal Medicine
and Geriatrics for 30 years. After M.B.B.S. from Mumbai, she did 4 years residency
there, came to USA and did another 4 years residency here, and thus has first-hand experience of
the challenges encountered by an IMG with limited funds wishing to settle and practice in USA.
She is a board-certified internist with wide-ranging connections at Baltimore area
hospitals. There are several teaching hospitals in this area, including University
of Maryland, Johns Hopkins, Maryland General, St. Agnes, etc. Therefore, it is an excellent area for medical education and practice.
Our training is superior to other companies in this field because it is very well-designed, goal-oriented
specifically for IMG's, and personally supervised by a dedicated physician. We are not commission agents.
So our prices are lower based on training cost per hour. The program is tailormade for img's who are trying to sqeeze in externship training in between USMLE exams and still get ready to apply for match by Sept.1.
You should do a classroom program like Kaplan, for Step 1 exam, and then come right to us for clinical experience and "Standardized Patient Training" to help pass CS exam.
However, we do take students who have passed atleast one USMLE exam (step I or step II cs or ck).
We are unique in being the only company in the ENTIRE WORLD offering a complete residential service along with
top-notch medical training personally supervised by Dr. Mehta. The program is designed to help
you succeed in your goals to practice in USA. Actually, the company was conceived with input from a few IMG’s
doing externship training with Dr.Mehta in 2006.