Never done research before?
You don't need to arrive knowing how to write a paper. The program starts with the fundamentals and moves into guided project work.
From first question to submission.
A clear process keeps students moving while mentors guide the cohort through each stage.
Explore different ways to do research.
Build exposure across methodologies instead of limiting your experience to a single type of project.
Systematic Review
Learn structured literature searching, screening, extraction and evidence synthesis.
Meta-Analysis
Understand quantitative evidence synthesis and interpretation of pooled findings.
Original Research
Contribute to research questions that involve original data or analysis where appropriate.
Narrative Review
Develop focused, evidence-informed academic writing skills.
Case Reports
Work on clinically meaningful cases when suitable opportunities are available.
Conference Abstracts
Prepare suitable work for posters or presentations at academic conferences.
You're not assigned a paper. You're assigned a mentor.
The mentor's role is to teach the process, guide the project and help the cohort understand why each research decision is being made.
Core literature review, study design principles, and academic search strategy.
Step-by-step guidance on data extraction, analysis, and cohort milestones.
In-depth feedback on manuscript structure, abstract formatting, and revisions.
Guidance through target journal selection, indexing standards, and submission.
Research without borders.
A remote-friendly structure designed around the realities of medical students and international medical graduates preparing for the U.S. pathway.
Study from Anywhere
Build research experience remotely without needing to relocate for the program.
Think Residency
Organize your scholarly work into an academic story you can discuss confidently.
Build Your Portfolio
Keep track of projects, manuscripts, presentations and research skills.
The Research Portfolio Program
One structured program instead of a menu of disconnected publication products.
4–5 research project opportunities* across a mentor-led journey, with research training, manuscript development and submission guidance.
Research Portfolio Program
Comprehensive mentor-led cohort program for medical students & IMGs.
*Project type, authorship, publication, acceptance and conference participation depend on project availability, student contribution, eligibility and independent editorial/conference decisions.
Questions students usually ask.
Do I need previous research experience?
No. The program starts from research fundamentals before moving into project work.
Will I receive 4–5 publications?
The program includes 4–5 research project opportunities. Publication and authorship depend on contribution, project suitability, journal decisions and other factors.
Can I participate while preparing for USMLE?
Yes. The program is designed as a structured, mentor-led experience that can be completed remotely alongside USMLE study.
Can I choose my research type?
Project allocation depends on availability, eligibility and the research requirements of each project.
Will my work be submitted to PubMed-indexed journals?
Where appropriate, projects can be prepared for submission to suitable journals. Indexing and acceptance are determined by the journal.
Turn your curiosity into a stronger research portfolio.
Take the first step toward structured research experience with USMedPath.