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Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Can doctors from some countries work in the US without residency? Here's what we know
For decades, international medical graduates (IMGs) had one clear path to practicing in the United States: completing a US residency. That remains the rule in most of the country. But with a looming physician shortage, a growing number of states are opening new doors for foreign-trained doctors. According to the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB), at least 18 states have now created licensing programs that allow certain IMGs to begin practicing without first completing a full US residency. At least 18 US states have now created licensing programs that allow certain international medical graduates to start practicing without first completing a full US residency.(Representative image/Unsplash) States including Florida, Virginia, Wisconsin, Idaho, Minnesota, and Texas issue provisional licenses to doctors who already hold an active license abroad, pass the US medical exams, and work under supervision for a set period (FSMB). Also read: 'Both will have to make concessions': Marco Rubio on Ukraine-Russia peace deal How state programs are changing the rules The details vary state by state. Tennessee, for example, lets internationally trained doctors with significant prior experience practice under supervision for two years before applying for a full license. The Cato Institute notes that Florida, Virginia, and Idaho have similar pathways, designed to get qualified physicians treating patients sooner while still ensuring oversight. Other states, including Colorado and Iowa, offer re-entry or restricted licenses to IMGs. These programs allow foreign-trained physicians to practice, but often come with limits on scope. As the resource site USMLE Sarthi points out, eligibility criteria differ widely. Some states are more flexible, while others impose strict requirements before granting any independent practice rights. Also read: 'Absolutely disgusting': ICE arrest of TikToker Tatiana Martinez sparks anger on social media National standards still apply Despite state-level reforms, national rules have not gone away. The American Medical Association (AMA) stresses that all IMGs must still obtain certification from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), which verifies that foreign degrees meet US standards (AMA). Nearly all states also require passing scores on all three steps of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) before granting a full license. The push for change comes amid mounting concerns about access to care. The Wall Street Journal has reported that the US could be short more than 40,000 primary care physicians by 2030, a gap that has many states rethinking traditional barriers (WSJ). At the same time, research published in the BMJ and highlighted by Time Magazine found that patients treated by foreign-trained doctors in the US had slightly lower mortality rates than those treated by US-trained physicians, underscoring the value IMGs can bring to the system. FAQs Can foreign doctors practice in the US without residency? In most states, residency is still required, but around 18 states now allow provisional licensing for qualified IMGs. Which states allow doctors to work without residency? States including Florida, Virginia, Wisconsin, Tennessee, Idaho, and Texas have created alternative pathways. Do IMGs still need to pass exams? Yes, ECFMG certification and USMLE exams remain mandatory nationwide. Why are states changing rules for IMGs? The reforms aim to address America's growing physician shortage, projected to exceed 40,000 doctors by 2030. Are foreign-trained doctors as qualified as US-trained ones? Studies, including one published in the BMJ, suggest that patients of foreign-trained doctors in the US had slightly better outcomes.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Hindustan Times
'Absolutely disgusting': ICE arrest of TikToker Tatiana Martinez sparks anger on social media
The arrest of Colombian TikToker Tatiana Martinez by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Los Angeles, California, has gone viral on social media, sparking widespread outrage. After the social media star was grabbed from the parking lot of her residence, the video was shared on Reddit, drawing sharp criticism from users who were shocked to see Martinez being pinned down during the arrest. After the social media star was grabbed from the parking lot of her residence, the video was shared on Reddit, drawing sharp criticism.(Reddit) LA Taco reported that Tatiana Martinez lost consciousness during the arrest and required medical attention. She was taken to White Memorial Hospital in Los Angeles before being moved to a detention centre. One user who shared the video on Reddit, called the manner of arrest as "absolutely disgusting." The user alleged that the visuals were absolutely horrific. "I'm just more blown that there are this many people willing to execute these atrocities," they added. "I don't want to be here anymore. I'm ashamed to be American," one user said, adding that The nature of the arrest sparked a wave of anger and outrage online, with many calling the incident 'shocking and terrifying and depressing and just all the bad things.' Another commenter wrote, 'I hope one day these monsters see justice.' Others condemned the conduct of the ICE officers, highlighting their use of masks to obscure their identities. 'These agents love wearing masks to hide their identity now. Deplorable doesn't begin to describe them,' one user said. The incident has also renewed concerns about ICE detaining US citizens and legal residents. 'How many US citizens and legal residents have been dragged into this terrible practice?' another person questioned. Some responses focused on the sheer trauma of the ordeal. 'Can you imagine being forcibly dragged from your car, thrown to the ground, and brutalised by masked men who then shove you into a van, transport you over state lines without notifying your family, and then hold you imprisoned for an indefinite period of time with no recourse?' one comment read.
Al Bawaba
a day ago
- Al Bawaba
Who is Tatiana Martinez? TikToker violently arrested by ICE
ALBAWABA - Tatiana Martinez, a Colombian TikToker residing in Los Angeles, was recently arrested by ICE, sparking backlash among human rights activists after a video of the violent incident flooded social media. The Colombian TikToker used to reside in Los Angeles before she was violently arrested by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on August 15 in downtown LA over accusations that she's an illegal immigrant. The incident occurred at Martinez's residential parking lot. Footage captured Martinez trying to get into her car. However, moments before doing so, several ICE agents approached Martinez, forced her out of the car as one pinned her down with their knee. BREAKING - Tatiana Martinez, an illegal residing in LA who built a career on social media by doxxing ICE agents and directing her followers to harass them and disrupt their arrests, has now been arrested herself. — Right Angle News Network (@Rightanglenews) August 16, 2025 According to LA Taco, reports revealed that Tatiana Martinez passed out during the incident, prompting a necessary medical observation. The TikToker was transferred to White Memorial Hospital, but is now being held at a detention center. Footage of the incident was shared on X (formerly known as Twitter), garnering over five million views and hundreds of thousands of interactions. The footage of the ICE agent pinning Martinez down with their knee sparked mixed reactions from American netizens. Several claimed that force was used because Martinez resisted arrest, while others argued that the situation could have been handled using less violence. Before her arrest, Tatiana Martinez was a content creator on TikTok under the handle "tatianamartinez_02", where she posted ICE raids-related content to her 36,000 followers.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Viral Video: High-profile TikToker Tatiana Martinez's brutal ICE arrest captured on camera—who is she and why her case matters
In a shocking incident, Tatiana Martinez, a Colombian TikToker who resided in Los Angeles, California, was brutally arrested on Friday, August 15. Martinez, known for her platform to alert communities to ICE raids in Los Angeles, was violently arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents during a live stream in downtown LA. Eyewitnesses recorded the video that instantly went viral on social media and is doing the rounds on the internet. Tatiana Martinez was violently arrested and pinned by officials The viral video shows Martinez being forcibly removed from her Tesla, pinned to the ground with an officer's knee on her head and neck, a treatment that caused her to lose consciousness. In the viral video, the ICE agents can be seen approaching the TikToker as she boarded her car from the parking lot of her home and can be seen pinning her down. According to the LA Taco, the video garnered views in the millions. Following this, the influencer was subsequently transported to a hospital for medical immigration enforcement to LA's White Memorial Hospital and is now being held in a detention centre. Tatiana Martinez, a Tiktok influencer and illegal alien, was arrested in Los Angeles today by federal agents during a live stream. She resisted arrest and was pulled screaming from her Tesla, later taken by ambulance to a hospital before ending up in detention. Adios amigos! Who is Tatiana Martinez? Tatiana Martinez is a high-profile and famous TikToker who caters to a Spanish audience. The influencer has over 37,000 followers on her social media platform, TikTok and has been creating content on the ICE raids that have become quite rampant in California since Donald Trump's administration took charge. Tatiana Martinez posted videos on the federal takeover Far-right social media accounts have alleged that Martinez was involved in revealing the incidents of ICE agents and claimed that she had been sharing their locations with demonstrators during the ongoing mass protests against immigration raids in Los Angeles. Her recent posts on her TikTok account, @tatianamartinez_02, included content about the federal takeover in Washington, D.C., commentary on Elon Musk, and coverage of the latest ICE arrests in Los Angeles. Her current immigration status, however, remains unclear. As per Crisping, the influencer had built a following of over 30000 users at the age of 26 by just documenting the realities of immigration enforcement in the US. Followers of Tatiana Martinez are in shock after the arrest Videos of Martinez often featured real-time alerts about immigration and customs enforcement raids; along with this, she also shared sharp commentary on how immigrant communities experience fear and vulnerability in their regular lives. As soon as her arrest video surfaced on social media, it quickly went viral, and netizens shared their reactions to this. One said, "According to Leeds Police Chief Paul Irwin, an officer in an unmarked vehicle clocked Martinez travelling over 80 mph and coming into close proximity with other vehicles and 'erratically' changing lanes. A marked unit then stopped the car and found that Martinez did not have a driver's license but instead had a Mexico-issued ID." "You would think that if you were an illegal alien who could afford to buy a Tesla, you could afford to hire an immigration lawyer to help fix your immigration status. Even if you had to leave the country for a while, you could apply to re-enter the country legally. Now she can't. FAFO," another added. One questioned, "Why they not catching criminals?." Why does her case matter? Tatiana Martínez's arrest has sparked serious debate about the clash between online activism and immigration enforcement in the US. Immigration rights groups have long condemned ICE's aggressive methods, accusing the agency of fostering fear within vulnerable communities. With Martínez now in custody, many are questioning whether ICE is deliberately going after individuals who use digital platforms to speak out against its actions.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Who is Tatiana Martinez? TikTok star's violent ICE arrest caught on video- Watch
Tatiana Martinez, a Colombian TikToker who was living in Los Angeles, California, was arrested on Friday, August 15. Known for actively reporting on the raids by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in LA on TikTok, Martinez was violently picked up by the ICE in downtown LA. TikToker Tatiana Martinez (L) and the moment she was arrested by the ICE in LA (R).(TikTok and X) Video of her arrest from the parking lot of her residence was shared on social media and it instantly went viral. In the video, ICE agents can be seen approaching the TikToker as she was boarding her car from the parking lot of her home. In the video, an agent can be seen pinning Martinez down with the knee. The video went viral and garnered millions of views. According to a report by LA Taco, Tatiana Martinez passed out during the arrest and required medical attention. She was transferred to LA's White Memorial Hospital and is now being held in a detention center. Here's the viral video: This story is being updated.
