What are the pros and cons of working in USA/Canada/UK as a doctor?
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Speaking for the USMLE (that's the one I've taken all 3 steps in), there are tonnes of prep books and study programs available.  Once you take Steps 1 and 2, and get a decent score, there are many residency spots available for qualified foreign medical graduates (FMGs).\n\nOnce you finish residency as an FMG, depending on which visa got you here, the way to stay in the U.S. medical system working, is to go to an underserved area (inner city, rural community, VA hospital) and work there.  In the meantime, you can work on green card paperwork and permanent residency, which will allow you to work anywhere.\n\nIn terms of the environment of U.S. medicine, there is a great fear of litigation (lawsuits) which makes medicine a little bit overexhaustive and has emphasis on overdocumentation and paperwork.  There are few restrictions to the lenght of time and the intensity of care patients get.  \n\nCanada and the UK have more socialized medicine systems, where there are restrictions to the type of care people get (less ICU care, less dialysis), and wagewise, physicians make relatively less than US physicians, since many are salaried.
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Pros:  \n1)  Weekends off!!!\n2)  Regular Schedule\n3)  Weekends off!!!\n4)  Predictable Hours\n5)  Weekends off!!!\n\nCons:\n1)  Hard to schedule medical/dental appointments.\n2)  Hard to get involved in the schools (if you're a parent)
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I have had the experience of meeting many individuals who were doctors and surgeons in India, Bangledesh and other regions who are unable to practice medicine in other Countries such as Canada the USA or Europe because the standards are much higher.\n\nIf you are a physiotherapist in INDIA, the chances of you moving to London and becomeing a surgeon right away are nil.\nYou would likely have to get an undergraduate degree, then go to medical school for 4 years, then probably 8 more years of schooling and training.\n\nSorry to burst your bubble. Try calling medical schools in London to see what they tell to the requirements are for becoming a surgeon in London.
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I wouldn't recommend you to try to UK as I have head that there are alot of dr.s on the waiting list. Plus, nowadays they are giving 1st preference to the nationals and then other nationalities.\nI'm not sure specifically about physiotherapists though.
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Well, Israel has the most Doctor's per capita, but Norway has the highest standard of living.  So i guess if you where in Norway you might have it made.  Personally if i was a Dr. i would live in the States.
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Well, if you're planning on working in the UK, I would suggest studying there and the same with the US.
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U.S. had reached massive development in the field of Bio-tech, as you asked placements are fine but the only problem is to get the visa, other than this plenty of jobs are available, other than the U.S. why you can choose Australia, they also have good job opportunity's when compared to u.s., so you can better try for Australia because the Visa also not much difficult to get.
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My understanding is that you may have to write some exams that validates you to practice in Canada. However, with the doctor shortage in Canada, I'm sure that they would lead you down the path of success.\n\nThis link maybe a good start.
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I get to work both places.  It's great to get out of the office but when i'm in the field there is much more stress.\n\nI've been to Japan, germany and most of the eastern US.  Puerto rico too!  oh and Brussels.
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You should do whatever makes you happy.  With that said, I think Canada is the best country in the world.  I'm a proud Canadian.  Every country has its' issues, Canada included, but the pros definitely outweight the cons.  I've traveled to other countries, and I currently live in the States, but to me, there's no place like Canada.  Our society as a whole is more welcoming and open to other cultures, than many other societies.  We're a humble and modest people,  our quality of life is excellent, and really, you can't get Tim Horton's in the UAE. :)
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Work and travel in Australia, New Zealand or Canada.
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I thought there was a process for application similar to the one the US has. There are many Canadian doctors working in the US.
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Americans are ridiculous about socialised medicine. Instead of putting government money towards a working plan that grants all Americans equal opportunity to be healthy, they shove it all into a big stupid war. In Canada, we are a capitalist country with a socialised medical plan that works well. Studies have actually demonstrated that Canadian medicare is overall more efficient and of a higher quality than American privatised health care. And doctors can manage to pay it off, because in Canada university education sin't as expensive either! i would know, as both my parents are doctors.\n\nEDITED TO ADD: Canada is also a large contributer to medical research. This is usually paid for by research centres and universities and has little to do with the socialized healthcare system.
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The UK might be a good option since it's closer to India (if you still have your family and relatives there), but you could also consider Canada and the USA. It really depends on your interests, personality and your budget. Canada could be less expensive than the other two options, and also offers better employment opportunities after graduation - if that's your goal. The UK offers a very interesting environment, however in most situations studying in the UK could be more expensive than studying in the USA. The USA offers a lot of opportunities for research and state-of-the-art technology. Read this article - it might help you with your decision. http://www.macquil.com/articles/choosing_right_college.php
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Yeah sure if you have the right qualifications. In Australia all overseas doctors are screened by the government to make sure they are qualified and know what they are doing.
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advantages\nnew experiences\nnew climate\ndifferent change of pace\nnew perspectives\n\n\ndisadvantages\nmore money\nmore loans/debt\nmay not like it and then have to move back transfer which can be stressful and take time
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I am an RN, the advantages are amazing.  You have so many fields to choose from, if you do not like one specialty you can find another.  The possibilities are endless.  I love the care I can give to my patients.  Rn's can make a horrible experience less traumatic just by a touch or kind word.  Something patients ALWAYS need.  Off course all of the medications and equipment are great to use but the human aspect of this profession is truly profound. \n   The disadvantage is burn out.  You give, give, give and reach a point at times that you just have no more to give.  Rn's do not have the respect we deserve.  We do so much more then the public realizes.   If you are making a decision, go for it, it was the best choice I have ever made and I have never regretted it.   Good luck :)