u/WillingnessUnited972

Hello

I am an IMG based in UAE, I am currently doing my 1 year internship in Dubai govt hospital.
I am currently planning to give SMLE.
Can someone please tell me what are the best resources for it?
And how many months are enough for it.

And what is the process to get GP registration in Saudi?

Hey everyone,

I’m an IMG who graduated from a medical university in Georgia (Eastern Europe) earlier this year, and I’m currently working as a trainee doctor/intern within the Dubai government healthcare system.

My long-term goal is to pursue Family Medicine/General Practice in Australia and eventually FRACGP, so I’m currently trying to plan the most realistic pathway into the Australian system.

A little about my background:

• Graduated with an MD from Georgia in 2026
• Currently completing a 1-year internship/trainee doctor position in Dubai
• Passed the UAE residency entrance examination (EMREE)
• IELTS Academic: Overall 8.0
• Around 30 research publications across PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, etc., many as first author
• Several conference abstracts/poster presentations
• 2 international research excellence awards
• Experience volunteering in JCI-related clinical audits during previous observerships in the UAE
• BLS certified, with ACLS planned
• Additional certifications/courses in clinical research, diabetes education, and related areas

I’m planning to sit the AMCMCQ within the next 6 months.

From everything I’ve been reading, the biggest bottleneck seems to be getting that first Australian clinical job as an IMG, particularly at the RMO/HMO level after AMC Part 1. Because of this, I’m considering completing the AMC Clinical Examination as well before seriously applying for Australian jobs, rather than applying withAMC1 alone.

I’d really appreciate some insight from Australian doctors, IMGs who have recently gone through the process, or anyone involved in recruitment.

How does the pathway look in 2026 for someone with my profile whose ultimate goal is FRACGP?

In particular, I’d love to hear about:

• How realistic is getting the first RMO/HMOjob afterAMC1 vs after completing bothAMC1 + Clinical?
• Would completing AMC Clinical before applying meaningfully improve my chances, or would Australian clinical experience/references still be the main deciding factor?
• For someone whose ultimate goal is GP/FRACGP, what would be the smartest way to approach the first 2–3 years in Australia?
• Are there particular states, regional hospitals, or health services that tend to be moreIMG-friendly for the first job?
• Does my research/audit background actually add meaningful value for RMO/HMOrecruitment, or is it mostly secondary to clinical experience?
• Is there anything I could do during my current internship year in Dubai to make myself significantly more competitive for Australian positions?

I’d also really appreciate some AMC MCQ advice. For those who passed recently, what resources did you find most useful, how long did you prepare, and what would you recommend focusing on to maximize the chances of passing on the first attempt?

I understand that the Australian pathway isn't easy and that there are no guarantees. I’m just trying to use the next 6–12 months strategically so that when I start applying, I have the strongest realistic profile possible.

Would really appreciate hearing from anyone who has recently gone through the IMG→AMC→ first Australian job → GP/FRACGP pathway.

PS: I dont mind working in regional areas which are like 1 hour away from the main city.

Thanks in advance!

Hello,

I am an IMG who recently graduated from Tbilisi in june 2026. I am 24 years old with a long-term UAE residence. Currently an intern/ trainee doctor at Dubai government hospitals. To give an insight about my profile, I have IELTS Academic band 8 overall, around 30 research publications including PubMed publications, book chapters and others. I have teaching and volunteering experience too and serve as a peer reviewer in some of the journals like Frontiers. I have passed EMREE (UAE residency exam) and am an applicant for the upcoming cycle.

Since here in the UAE, residency is highly competitive and because of this, I am planning to keep Canada as a backup. I can get a PR through Express Entry or any relevant pathway and will be preparing for MCCQE 1. Aiming for a family medicine residency in Canada, especially in BC and Toronto.

Any suggestions or advice? Is it a realistic pathway? And do IMGs like us match in the residency for FM?

Please help.