Practicing in the US after Canadian Psychiatry Residency

[vancitychik]

Hi there,

I was wondering if anyone knew the process of practicing in the US (specifically in California) after completing a Canadian Psychiatry residency.

Specifically
1) In terms of Visa requirements, would they change if you got married to someone from the US. 
2) Do you have to take any exams (Steps)

Feel free to dm me as well 

[zoxy]

12 hours ago, vancitychik said:

1) In terms of Visa requirements, would they change if you got married to someone from the US. 

Yeah, you'd get a green card, no visa needed

 

12 hours ago, vancitychik said:

2) Do you have to take any exams (Steps)

Most states accept Canadian exams for getting a medical license. You need the Steps for a Visa. If the state you want to work in accepts Canadian exams for license, and you have a green card, there's no need for Steps.