Registration is now open (Sign in or create a free account) for the AMA's Distinguish Yourself IMG Summit in Chicago, taking place Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central. This special event will feature IMG-specific education sessions on leadership, research, advocacy and preparing for the Match as an IMG.
Registration includes an evening networking reception and free professional headshots for AMA members.
Reserve your seat for $25. Space is limited.
For ECFMG certified IMGs*
Registration
Deadline to register (Sign in or create a free account) for in-person and virtual is July 20, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. Central.
Questions? Please contact Paul Wells [email protected].
Preliminary agenda
All sessions and times are subject to changes. All times are in Central.
1—2 p.m.
Registration & networking
- Badge pick-up
- Claim your welcome gift
- Coffee and refreshments
2—2:30 p.m.
Opening keynote address
2:30—6 p.m.
Core programming
- Navigating H1-B and J1: In the 2024 academic year, over 4,000 IMG physicians from over 100 countries were offered visas to facilitate residency training in different specialties. Different visas have different requirements. Learn which might be best for your situation.
- Anatomy of a Standout CV: How to highlight your international experience, clinical skills, and research achievements in a way that resonates with U.S. residency programs.
- Present Like a Leader: Strategies for effective communication and interview preparation that set IMGs apart, with a focus on leadership skills that will help you advocate for the issues you're passionate about as a member of IMGS.
- Road to Research: Opportunities and pathways for IMGs to get involved in U.S.-based research. Learn how contributing to the research community can strengthen your residency application and your role within the broader medical community.
- Mastering the Match: Navigating the U.S. residency match process as an IMG, with a special focus on how to distinguish yourself and leverage AMA resources like FREIDA™ to simplify your residency search.
6—7 p.m.
AMA member exclusive: Networking reception
- Networking reception featuring hearty appetizers, beer and wine.
- Free professional headshots (AMA member-exclusive)
Hotel & travel discounts
The AMA is proud to offer transient discount rates at nearby hotels. Please note that these rates apply only to individual hotel reservations, based on availability, and may not be offered on all dates.
The Royal Sonesta Downtown
71 E. Wacker Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60601
15% discount off the Best Available Rate (excluding $28 destination fee added to each reservation). Reservations can be made by calling Sonesta at 800-766-3782 and asking for the American Medical Association corporate rate or online using corporate/promo code AMED.
The Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 E. Wacker Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60601
15% discount off the Best Available Rate
Reservations can be made online using corporate/group Code 43261
The Langham Chicago
AMA Plaza, Floors 1-12
330 N. Wabash Ave
Chicago, Illinois
$390 Rates for a Deluxe Room
Reservations can be made by calling the Langham at 312-923-9988 and asking for the American Medical Association rate or online using corporate/promotion code 10253.
Hertz car rental
AMA members enjoy everyday savings up to 25% on Hertz car rental base rates. Choose from luxury sedans, sports cars, SUVs, trucks, vans and more at participating locations worldwide. Plus, benefit from day one when you join Hertz Gold Plus Rewards®. Learn more.
*This event is designed for international medical school graduates (IMGs) who are currently certified by ECFMG, a member of Intealth, and are waiting to match into a U.S. residency program (GME position).
