Family Medicine IMG-Friendly Programs – Updated List 2025
Compiled a list of FM programs that actively recruit IMGs based on NRMP data and personal research:
✅ High IMG %:
– Mount Sinai Beth Israel (80% IMGs)
– BronxCare (75% IMGs)
– Richmond University Medical Center (70% IMGs)
✅ J-1 and H-1B Sponsorship:
– All above programs sponsor both visa types
– Most require Step 2 CK 220+
– USCE recommended but not always required
Will update as I get more intel from this cycle!
I took Step 3 during PGY-1. Clinical experience definitely helped, especially with the CCS cases. But it was stressful studying while on call. Plan ahead!
I took Step 3 during PGY-1 year. It was tough with call schedule but clinical experience really helped with the CCS cases. Kaplan worked well for me!