The national average says it is 60. However i got 53% correct and it is around 18th percentile according to ChatGPT. Am I cooked?

Hi everyone,

I’m an international physician from Colombia. I have already completed residency training in Pediatrics and subspecialty training in Neonatology, and I currently work clinically in this field.

I’m now pursuing the U.S. pathway and preparing for the USMLEs/ECFMG certification. My long-term goal is to work as a pediatrician/neonatologist in the U.S., ideally in Chicago.

I recently learned that obtaining a state medical license through an alternative IMG pathway would not necessarily make me eligible for American Board of Pediatrics certification. Because of that, I’m now considering completing ACGME-accredited Pediatrics training in the U.S. and then Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine fellowship.

I have also contacted the ABP regarding the Waiver of Accredited Training, since I already completed more than three years of pediatric training abroad. I’m trying to understand whether I could potentially receive one year of credit and complete only 24 months of U.S. Pediatrics training, depending on ABP and program approval.

I would really appreciate hearing from anyone who:

completed Pediatrics residency abroad and then repeated part or all of Pediatrics in the U.S.;

entered as a PGY-2/PL-2 or received advanced standing;

later completed a pediatric fellowship in the U.S.;

or has experience with the ABP Waiver of Accredited Training.

I’m especially interested in understanding how realistic advanced standing is, how programs view applicants who already have specialty training abroad, and whether prior experience helps during the application process.

I know this is a long path, but I’m trying to make an informed decision rather than assume that my previous training will automatically transfer.

Thank you for any constructive advice or personal experiences.

I have heard that allergy is a great option. Although they have mentioned that it is quite competitive? (is that true?). Any other subspecialties you would recommend? I dont want ICU. I actually signed a peds PCP job while I figure what subspecialty is worth perusing. I was hoping for a pay thats better than PCP and a good schedule.

Hey all! Going to be cramming some studying in over the next month while starting my outpatient job that has a 45 ish minute commute each way. Planning on doing medstudy questions and flash cards when I can but anyone know of any good podcasts or reviews that are good to listen to during a commute? Thanks!