Fellowships and ROS

[Handsome88]

I wonder why this question wasn't answered before. It is a very important factor for IMGs to think about!

Suppose you signed the ROS agreement when you received a Gen Surg or IM spot. Can you still do a fellowship anywhere or will you be tied down by your ROS agreement (which says you have to start your service within 3 months of graduation). Does that mean that those IMGs are not entitled for the various subspecialties!?

Please post if you know the answer. Thank you.

[Knightmd]

The ROS is flexible. They would allow fellowships before you start it; that's what I was told when I called the physician placement unit officer.