lithp Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 Hi there, I have recently learned that starting in 2017, there will be a "Clinical Assessment Program" for all IMG applicants for UBC, which will be a one day, mandatory evaluation. Something similar to an OSCE I have heard. It is pretty clear on UBC's website that "completion of this standardized assessment is mandatory for all IMGs applying to UBC residency positions for CaRMS 2018". Four questions for all of you! 1. Does anyone else know anything about this CAP OSCE? 2. Do I have to do it on that specific day? 3. Does this extra hurdle mean that it is going to be even harder for an IMG (Canadian studying abroad) to get back into BC (family medicine is my interest)? 4. It also says on that website that "UBC will double the number of CAP positions from 100 to 200 per year, with 50 per cent of all CAP positions designated for B.C. residents. In 2017, UBC will also be revising CAP eligibility requirements to allow for international medical students who are in their final year, as well as IMGs who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents to apply for a CAP position." In regards to that, I just don't understand how an IMG can also be a BC resident??? To be an IMG you have to be living overseas! Thanks for your advice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnGrisham Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 Many IMGs are Canadians who studies abroad. Just because you studied abroad doesn't mean you lose your Canadian residence. Most maintain their provincial carecard for example. So those who lived in BC prior to going abroad for medical school are that category referred to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnGrisham Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 Doesn't make it harder. It standardizes things a bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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