Hayli Pantoja, BA
Program Coordinator
Southern Medical Association
[email protected]

Program Overview

The Fellowship Forward Mentorship Program aims to empower International Medical Graduate (IMG) residents in U.S. training programs to navigate the highly competitive fellowship application process. The program pairs IMG residents with mentors (current fellows, junior faculty, or senior residents who have successfully matched) and provides structured support to enhance competitiveness, clarity, and confidence.

Eligibility - You must be an SMA Member to participate in this program. JOIN NOW

Program Leadership:

Sangeetha Isaac, MD – Chair, IMG Support & Advocacy Committee, SMA

Amna Bint I Munir, MBBS – Lead, Mentorship & Networking Subcommittee, IMG Support & Advocacy Committee, SMA 

Samhitha Gundakaram, MBBS – Lead, Mentorship & Networking Subcommittee, IMG Support & Advocacy Committee, SMA

Would you like to learn more about SMA's Fellowship Forward Mentoring Program? Contact Hayli Pantoja by clicking on the button below or by calling (800) 423-4992, ext. 132. She will be glad to answer any questions you have.

You MUST be an SMA Member to enroll in the Fellowship Forward Mentoring Program.
Only Active Members can see the application form. 

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