EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
The AMA IMG Conference is a focused, high-impact conference designed exclusively for International Medical Graduates (IMGs) seeking to strengthen their residency applications, expand their professional networks, and successfully navigate the U.S. medical education and health care landscape.
This immersive experience brings together physician leaders, residency experts, mentors, advocates, and fellow IMGs for a unique combination of educational programming, career development, networking, mentorship, advocacy engagement, and scholarly exchange. Through expert-led sessions, practical guidance, and meaningful connections, attendees will gain actionable strategies to advance their careers and achieve their professional goals in the United States.
Who Should Attend?
- ECFMG-certified IMGs awaiting match
- IMG residents
- IMG physicians
- International medical students and those awaiting ECFMG certification
- IMG physicians seeking alternative pathways to licensure
- Physician leaders, advocates, and mentors
Event Highlights
- Two-day, in-person experience in Chicago
- Welcome Reception and networking opportunities
- Two specialized educational tracks tailored to career stage and professional goals
- AMA Poster Showcase featuring attendee research, innovations, and experiences
- Expert-led sessions with physicians, educators, and residency leaders
- Career development and professional growth resources
- Mentorship and peer-to-peer networking
Conference Pricing:
AMA member: $349 (early-bird $249)
AMA non-member $399 (early-bird $299)
* Early-bird pricing to end February 28, 2027
To ensure content is relevant to attendees at different stages of their professional journey, the conference features two dedicated educational tracks:
Track 1: Successfully Navigating the Match as an International Medical Graduates
Designed for IMGs preparing to apply for residency or actively participating in the Match process, this track provides practical guidance on strengthening residency applications, understanding program expectations, preparing for interviews, building professional connections, and improving Match outcomes.
Track 2: Building a Successful Career & Navigating the U.S. Health Care System
Designed for established IMGs, residents, and early-career physicians, this track focuses on professional growth, leadership development, career advancement, physician advocacy, and successfully navigating the complexities of practicing within the U.S. health care system.
In addition to educational sessions, attendees will have opportunities to connect with physician mentors, residency leaders, recruiters, and peers from across the country.
The conference will also feature the AMA IMG Conference Poster Showcase, providing attendees an opportunity to present scholarly work, innovative projects, research, quality improvement initiatives, and shared experiences with colleagues and physician leaders. This interactive forum encourages knowledge sharing, professional visibility, and meaningful collaboration within the IMG community.
Abstracts will launch in January 2027.
Whether you are preparing for residency, pursuing your next career opportunity, or seeking to expand your professional network, the AMA IMG Conference 2027 provides the knowledge, resources, and connections needed to help you succeed and thrive in U.S. medicine.
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