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Everything about admission, applications, and preparation for studying medicine abroad – entrance exams, clinical electives, nursing internships, and more.

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Everything about admission, applications, and preparation for studying medicine abroad – entrance exams, clinical electives, nursing internships, and more.

Alternative Pathways Into Medical School: A Global Guide
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  • 11 minutes

Alternative Pathways Into Medical School: A Global Guide

Alternative pathways into medical school exist worldwide: US post-baccalaureate programmes, UK graduate-entry medicine and Australia's GAMSAT route, explained.

MUDr. Amandeep Grewal
MUDr. Amandeep Grewal

10. August 2026

Clinical Clerkship Duration and Structure: 2026 Guide
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Clinical Clerkship Duration and Structure: 2026 Guide

Clinical clerkship duration and structure vary by country: compare common patterns, Germany's four-month rule, and confirm your own requirement early.

MUDr. Amandeep Grewal
MUDr. Amandeep Grewal

10. August 2026

PA Practical Phase Abroad: A Planning Guide for Students
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  • 7 minutes

PA Practical Phase Abroad: A Planning Guide for Students

Planning a PA practical phase abroad? Learn how clinical-rotation rules, supervision and accreditation limits vary by country before you apply anywhere.

MUDr. Amandeep Grewal
MUDr. Amandeep Grewal

10. August 2026

Physician Assistant: A Complete Global Career Guide 2026
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  • 12 minutes

Physician Assistant: A Complete Global Career Guide 2026

What is a physician assistant? Compare the US, UK and Germany models, learn the real scope of practice, and see how to train abroad with travel4med.com.

MUDr. Amandeep Grewal
MUDr. Amandeep Grewal

10. August 2026

Practical Year Abroad: Your Step-by-Step Planning Timeline
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  • 8 minutes

Practical Year Abroad: Your Step-by-Step Planning Timeline

Planning a practical year abroad? Follow this month-by-month timeline for recognition, documents, language, health prep and visas, from 12 months out.

MUDr. Amandeep Grewal
MUDr. Amandeep Grewal

10. August 2026

What Is a Practical Year in Medical School? A 2026 Guide
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  • 8 minutes

What Is a Practical Year in Medical School? A 2026 Guide

A practical year is the final, hands-on clinical stage of medical school. Learn how it works, how long it runs, and how its structure differs by country.

MUDr. Amandeep Grewal
MUDr. Amandeep Grewal

10. August 2026

Medical Elective Application Timeline: 2026/2027 Guide
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  • 10 minutes

Medical Elective Application Timeline: 2026/2027 Guide

Medical elective application timeline for 2026/2027: when to apply, book travel health and sort your visa. Plan your placement with a free consultation.

MUDr. Amandeep Grewal
MUDr. Amandeep Grewal

10. August 2026

Observership vs Clinical Elective: The Difference
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  • 11 minutes

Observership vs Clinical Elective: The Difference

Observership vs elective explained: how hands-on clinical electives and shadowing observerships differ, and which counts for residency. Get expert advice.

MUDr. Amandeep Grewal
MUDr. Amandeep Grewal

10. August 2026

US Clinical Experience for IMGs: Does It Count Abroad?
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  • 12 minutes

US Clinical Experience for IMGs: Does It Count Abroad?

US clinical experience (USCE) for IMGs explained: what counts, why an elective abroad differs, and key 2027 ERAS dates. Plan your Match strategy today.

MUDr. Amandeep Grewal
MUDr. Amandeep Grewal

10. August 2026