Intern Preparation Program

I'm Ready

The intern year is intense. You don't have to face it alone.

Congratulations, you have matched! Several years of dream and hard work have come true, and intern year can be overwhelming, but we are here to support you. With the I'M READY Course, you will be well prepared to become a confident intern.

A free 10-week virtual training built by international medical graduates, for international medical graduates. Ten weeks that turn the first day of residency from overwhelming into manageable.

See how it works

2,500+

IMGs trained

86

Countries

24

Specialties

100%

Free

2027 At a Glance

Enrollment opensMarch 2027
Course datesApril – June 2027
FormatLive on Zoom + replays
SessionsWeekend mornings, EST
CostFree
CertificationYes, from 40% attendance
Intern Preparation Program
16 Years Preparing IMGs for US Residency

Built by IMGs. Trusted by residency programs. Free for everyone.

The Intern Preparation Program (IPP) was launched in 2010 as a two-day in-person workshop exclusively for members. In 2020, it transitioned into a 10–12-week virtual lecture series held each spring, targeting Internal Medicine and Pediatrics trainees. Topics include healthcare system navigation, cultural competency, communication skills, clinical documentation, patient presentations, intern responsibilities, and common disease management.

Our Growth

From 15 participants to 1,486 in three years.

When enrollment opened beyond WHF members in 2023, word travelled fast. In three years, the cohort grew nearly 100× — and now spans nearly every corner of the world.

15

2023

First non-member cohort

230

2024

19 countries

783

2025

57 countries

1,486

2026

86 countries · 6 continents

6 continents86 countries24 specialties2,500+ alumni

Global Community

86 countries. Six continents. One shared goal.

IPP participants join from nearly every corner of the world — brought together by the same first year of residency.

Asia

(28)

Afghanistan, Armenia, Bangladesh, China, India, Iran, Iraq, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Palestine, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Syria, Taiwan, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Yemen

Africa

(17)

Algeria, Benin, Cameroon, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Libya, Morocco, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda

Oceania

(2)

Australia, New Zealand

Europe

(13)

Albania, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Ireland, Moldova, Netherlands, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Turkiye, Ukraine, United Kingdom

North America

(19)

Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada, Dominica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Grenada, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Nicaragua, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, United States

South America

(8)

Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Venezuela

Curriculum

Two specialty tracks. Shared foundations.

Combined sessions cover material every intern needs. Internal Medicine and Pediatrics then split into specialty-specific content, plus two bootcamps that go deep on high-yield areas.

Combined Sessions

  • US healthcare system essentials
  • EPIC EMR orientation
  • Cultural integration & resilience
  • Palliative care, hospice, code status
  • Financial prep for Day 1

Internal Medicine

  • Most common admission cases
  • Patient presentation & note-writing
  • ICU intro & sedation medications
  • Sepsis, GI bleed, ACS, floor emergencies
  • Handoff & ward efficiency

Pediatrics

  • Rapid response & code blue for interns
  • Respiratory support, lines, feeding tubes
  • Well-child & adolescent exams
  • NICU intro, Hem/Onc emergencies
  • Most common admissions & documentation

Neurobootcamp

Deep-dive on neurologic emergencies

Pathology Bootcamp

Two-part session on high-yield topics

How It Works

Four steps from enrollment to certificate.

01

Enroll in March

Registration opens once a year. Sign up in under two minutes with your Match info.

02

Attend live

Weekend morning Zoom sessions, 8 AM – 12 PM EST, April through June.

03

Catch up on replays

Every session recorded to a private, unlisted YouTube channel within 48 hours.

04

Earn your certificate

Attend 40%+ of sessions to receive an official Certificate of Completion, in a Gold, Silver, or Bronze tier based on attendance.

Faculty

Taught by people who've been where you are.

The overwhelming majority of our lecturers are former IMGs themselves. Most are attendings at U.S. academic medical centers, joined each year by fellows and senior residents.

95%

of lecturers are former IMGs who navigated the same transition.

24

specialties represented across the faculty roster.

Speakers from:
Stanford School of Medicine
Harvard University
UCSF
UT Southwestern
Saint Louis University
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Oklahoma Children's Hospital / OU Health
Children's Health

Certification

Three tiers of recognition.

Participants who attend 40% or more of sessions receive an official Certificate of Completion, in one of three tiers based on total attendance.

GOLD
Gold Certificate of Completion

80%+ attendance (24+ sessions)

For interns who show up almost every weekend.

SILVER
Silver Certificate of Completion

60–75% attendance (18–23 sessions)

Strong engagement across the full season.

BRONZE
Bronze Certificate of Completion

40–55% attendance (12–17 sessions)

The baseline for course completion.

Participant Feedback

What matched IMGs say after the course.

Anonymous post-course survey from a recent cohort.

6.76/7

Avg. recommendation

83.9%

Rated 7/7 (highest)

93.8%

Would recommend

193

Survey responses

The structured, high-yield teaching style made complex topics feel clear and manageable. The supportive environment and the sense of community among participants and instructors — the practical, residency-focused guidance helped me understand what to expect as an incoming intern.

TA

Tannaz A.Iran

Recent participant

Content very relevant for non-US IMGs. Time paced — every weekend, better than compacted all together in a short period. Lectures given by non-US IMGs, who know best what non-US IMGs need.

HJ

Haiyang J.China

Recent participant

All lectures given by attendings were great. Getting their advice was amazing and I do feel it improved my knowledge and calmed my anxiety.

JO

Juliana O.Colombia

Recent participant

The humanness and encouragement from the presenters — and the fact that such an invaluable resource is offered at no cost to upcoming interns — is of immense credit to the Whitetulip Foundation. We are very grateful.

KE

Kwame E.Ghana

Recent participant

The recorded sessions were very helpful when live sessions overlapped. Presentations were clear, engaging, and well organized — focused on essential knowledge and skills needed to succeed during the intern years.

NB

Nurunnisa B.Bangladesh

Recent participant

I really enjoyed the lectures. They covered a variety of interesting topics and included many clinical photos and real patient cases, as well as practical examples of how to respond and act in different situations. I especially appreciated how sincerely the physicians shared their personal experience and insights.

BS

Bairta S.Russia

Recent participant

I liked how the course was organized, the real-life scenarios, and the clear explanations. I appreciated the lecturers' dedication to helping us, which reduced my anxiety and made me feel more prepared.

HK

Hamdy K.Egypt

Recent participant

The pace of the lecture series was just right, and covered most things from basics to more complex topics. The course really made me more confident going into the intern year.

CA

Chidozie A.Nigeria

Recent participant

Helpful review of core pediatric knowledge and common clinical scenarios. Practical guidance on inpatient workflow, communication, and documentation. The course increased my confidence and preparedness for starting pediatric residency.

AM

Anahit M.Armenia

Recent participant

I like how comprehensive the courses were, starting from what to wear to tips for financing. I liked the interactive sessions and the email reminders before each session, which helped me with the time difference. Most of the presenters were IMGs because they would understand us better than anyone else.

LA

Lina A.Morocco

Recent participant

Topic selection was accurate. I am sure the course will help us a lot in transitioning to the US health system. Can't thank enough everyone involved in this course.

BA

Bilal A.Pakistan

Recent participant

The sessions covered essential topics about what to expect during intern year and how to be a good intern — presenting patients, writing notes, mindset. The sessions also covered topics less related to medical knowledge but crucial for our overall success and happiness: resilience, wellbeing, financial planning.

SP

Soyeon P.South Korea

Recent participant

It focuses on the most practical aspects that we need to know. The presenters are so supportive and encouraging. It's IMG to IMG.

YT

Yoseph T.Eritrea

Recent participant

The topics we will need the most are covered — even the ones we have never thought about. Experiences from faculty, fellows, and residents. A safe environment to discuss challenges.

SG

Serife G.Turkey

Recent participant

Some of the sessions were really engaging and lively. The details were relevant and helpful. The presenters were often relatable and so empathetic.

CO

Chigolum O.Nigeria

Recent participant

One cohort per year · Next enrollment: March 2027

Ready to join? Get on the 2027 list.

Program Director: Hilal Atar, MD · hatar@whitetulip.org

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