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Originally Posted by ashani
Under Illinois License, it states:
8) Any applicant for licensure to practice medicine in all of its branches who has been unsuccessful in 5 examinations (any component, part or step of the examinations accepted by the Division as set forth in subsection (a)(4)), conducted in this State or any other jurisdiction, shall be deemed ineligible for further examination and/or licensure until the Division is in receipt of proof that the applicant has completed, subsequent to his/her fifth failure:
Do they mean that you need to pass all the exams in 5 attempts or you cannot fail more than 5 attempts all steps included for a licence? Does this rule applicable even when the time of endorsement from a different state? I have tried calling the state board and cannot get through. thank yu for your help
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According to the form provided by Illinois, there are a few factors for USMLE...
1.
You must pass all parts of USMLE within a 7 year period. The clock starts clicking the moment you PASS an exam (regardless if it's step one or two)
2.
You cannot be unsuccessful for more than 5 examinations (failed attempts, in total) which is different from some states who limit the failure of each component (Step one, CK, etc).
There are 3 ways to get around this, which is laid on this site: PART 1285 MEDICAL PRACTICE ACT OF 1987 : Sections Listing
However, I know several people who didn't match this past week mainly due to a combination of being an IMG, multiple failures of step components, aiming too high for competitive residencies and applying only to certain competitive geographical locations.
3. Different states will have different rules and will not simply allow you to receive a license based on the fact another state approved you.
1. With that said, it should be easier if you have worked for a while (2-3 years, again depends on each state) and meet all the other requirements of that state to obtain a full, unrestricted license.
2. Keep in mind, just because someone receives a residency position (physician-in-training license) in a state does NOT mean they will receive a full, unrestricted license. Texas is one of those states known for placing restrictions and/or requiring additional training in order to obtain a regular license. I don't think Illinois is as strict, comparatively speaking...
I can not attach the form for Illinois because it is too large. So here is the link:
State of Illinois - Physician Licensure Applications
Click on the first link "Physician - Licensure by Examination"
Read Page 2 and Page 4 carefully on the PDF.
Use this until you get through to the state board. Please confirm with them directly.