“I Was Told…” ❤ — An IMG's Story of Possibility

MY MATCH 2020 STORY ❤ These were things people told me along the way. I hope my experience reminds you that someone else’s opinion does not have to define YOUR journey.

• I was told that I needed contacts

• I was told that I needed home town residency

• I was told that it was impossible for a guy and they only take women in OB/GYN

• I was told I was an old graduate

• I was told I needed a lot of money to match in the USA

• I was told I needed 250/260 +

• I was told I needed research & clinical experience in the same speciality that I applied

• I was told that my accent had to sound as a English native

• I was told it was impossible for IMG to match into a surgical speciality

• I showed them I matched without contacts

• I showed them I matched without a residency

• I showed them that I matched being a guy

• I showed them that I matched 2020 after I graduated in 2015

• I showed them that I matched with no economically support from my parents or anyone

• I showed that I match with 234/244

• I showed them them I matched in OB/GYN with USCE & research in a different speciality

• I showed them that I matched with my agentinian accent

• I showed them that I matched being an IMG

As an IMG you will face TONS of adversities, negativism, you will hear many times:

“You can’t”, “its impossible”, “you are wasting your time”, “you need money, contacts”, etc etc etc…

You are doing a great job, continue following your dream, studying, and giving it all.

IT IS POSSIBLE!!

Sebastian Arruarana, MD Fb page: Doctor Sebas Instagram: @doctor.sebas

Your background is part of your story. Let current requirements and constructive advice guide your plan, and let the people who care about you help you keep going ❤.