AMA Wire

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

News for International Medical Graduates

Guidelines more flexible for D.C. visa waiver program

Guidelines more flexible for D.C. visa waiver program

The District of Columbia Department of Health recently updated and released more flexible guidelines for its D.C. Conrad 30/J-1 Visa Waiver Program. 

The updated guidelines are more flexible with regard to specialists, are more clearly organized and include guidelines for National Interest Waiver letters of support. The District of Columbia has many unfilled program spots and invites all international medical graduates interested in obtaining a J-1 visa waiver to consider employment in Washington.

Learn more about the program and guidelines. Questions may be directed to Kaleb Johnson at (202) 442-9380 or Joe Monroe at (202) 442-9168.

Visit the AMA International Medical Graduates Section website for more resources.

Register for seminar on how to negotiate

Sharpen your contract negotiation skills at the AMA seminar "Negotiate with confidence: Know what's in your contract," which will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Central time April 28 at AMA headquarters in Chicago. The seminar is complimentary to all residents and physicians.

Gain insight on how to negotiate a physician employment contract and learn what resources are available from the AMA to assist as you move into a practice setting. In addition, attendees will have the opportunity to network with local colleagues and attend a panel discussion led by experts in the industry.

Get more information and register today. If you have questions, e-mail the AMA.

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