The USMLE Greens Podcast

In this episode of The USMLE Greens Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Sohail Hassan, MD, MBA, FACC, FHRS; a distinguished Electrophysiologist based in the Detroit metropolitan area. He serves as an Assistant Professor at Wayne State University and is faculty at both Corewell Health Dearborn and the Henry Ford St. John Cardiology Fellowship Programs.Dr. Hassan shares valuable insights and practical guidance for IMGs aspiring to secure a U.S. residency position. He discusses the mindset, work ethics, and strategies that helped him stand out as an IMG, along with key lessons he learned throughout his journey.We also delve into his medical school experiences, his path through residency, and his eventual transition into a successful career in cardiac electrophysiology.

In this episode of The USMLE Greens Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Muhammad Taimur, a PGY-1 resident at Detroit Medical Center–Sinai Grace Hospital.Dr. Taimur shares his inspiring journey from international medical school to securing a U.S. residency position. He opens up about the challenges he faced, the strategies that helped him stand out, and his biggest lessons for future applicants. We also dive into his experiences so far in his first year of residency—what surprised him, what’s been rewarding, and how he's continuing to grow.You can reach out to us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram (@usmlegreenspodcast)⁠⁠You can connect with Dr. Taimur on LinkedIn.

In this episode of The USMLE Greens Podcast, your hosts Mohammed and Monica are joined by Dr. Sushmitha Garikipati, an incoming PGY-1 Resident at Holyname Medical Center. We talk to her about how she prepped for the USMLEs, got U.S. clinical experience, handled ERAS, and what it felt like to finally get that Match Day email. It’s real, it’s honest, and it’s packed with tips for anyone going through the same.Reach out to us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram (@usmlegreenspodcast)⁠You can connect with Dr. Garikipati on LinkedIn.

In this episode of The USMLE Greens Podcast, join your hosts Mohammed and Monica as they walk listeners through every major step of the Match application—from ERAS to Rank Order Lists—while breaking down myths, timelines, and strategies that maximize a candidate’s chances of matching. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram (@usmlegreenspodcast)

In this episode of The USMLE Greens Podcast, join your hosts Mohammed and Monica as we discuss the process to obtaining the ECFMG Certification. We cover all the necessary information as well as share our experiences with it. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram (@usmlegreenspodcast)

In this episode of The USMLE Greens Podcast, join your hosts Mohammed and Monica as we discuss tips and tricks to help you as you prepare for your OET exam. We cover all the necessary information as well as share our experiences with it. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram (@usmlegreenspodcast)

In this episode of The USMLE Greens Podcast, join your hosts Mohammed and Monica as we discuss tips and tricks to help you as you prepare for your STEP 2 Exam. We cover all the necessary information as well as share our experiences with it. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram (@usmlegreenspodcast) Useful links for Step 2 Preparation, details mentioned in the episode.

In this episode of The USMLE Greens Podcast, join your hosts Mohammed and Monica as we discuss tips and tricks to help you as you prepare for your STEP 1 Exam. We cover all the necessary information as well as share our experiences with it. Follow us on ⁠⁠Instagram (@usmlegreenspodcast)

In this episode of The USMLE Greens Podcast, join your hosts Mohammed and Monica as we discuss the resources to use on your USMLE journey and the right way to use them. Follow us on ⁠Instagram (@usmlegreenspodcast)

In the premier episode of The USMLE Greens Podcast, join your hosts Mohammed and Monica as we discuss the first steps that an International Medical Graduate needs to take on their USMLE journey. Follow us on Instagram (@usmlegreenspodcast)