Supporting international medical graduates-what can be done better? A sequential explanatory mixed-methods study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

International medical graduates (IMGs) are a vital health workforce globally. Several challenges specific to IMGs warrant institutions to make necessary implementations to support their transition to working in host countries. To date, recommendations to support IMGs are frequently postulated based on challenges identified in the literature. However, there is a scarcity of information regarding IMGs' perceptions of these supports, and how supports can be improved, from an IMG perspective.

Methods

A sequential explanatory mixed methods study was conducted to deeply understand how current and future supports might enhance the IMG experience. Between October and December 2023, a cross-section of IMGs across Australia were surveyed, recruited through a variety of non-

SUBMITTER: Healey SJR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12364341 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature