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Old May 09, 2008, 12:59 PM
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I read the post on 'life long dreams' and want to start out by saying how strongly I resonate with that!
I am an MD ( or used to be one in India) and did not work for a while as my first born had CP, and then had two more children in quick succession! Gradually went back to working part time when he was old enough to attend a special needs school.
However my boat was rocked once again by my immigration to the US (family move) over an year ago. My husband has a nice job, and my son goes to a great school, but I can no longer practice because of licensing requirements. It took a while to settle down but we have made a peaceful transition. All the kids are now doing well in school and I have time to spare now.
I joined this forum today because it seemed such a helpful place...and because I need a lot of guidance! I want to transition into an RN and work as a pediatric nurse someday, hopefully sooner than later. ( Iused to be a GP).
I wanted to know if its possible to transition from an international MD to an RN, and if I could possibly apply some educational credit to such a program? I would be very grateful for any pointers!
Thank you all for providing this great forum, and I sincerely hope I will find some friends here!
Best regards
Dolly

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Old May 09, 2008, 01:04 PM
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Welcome

I know we have a thread in the International forum for MD to RN but it is outside the US not sure that you would have to do if in the US.

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Old May 09, 2008, 01:08 PM
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Thanks for replying Silverdragon!

How do I get to the international forums?

I cant seem to be able to find the link

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Old May 09, 2008, 01:14 PM
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Sorry should have said. You can find the International forum under the region tab near the top of the page

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Old May 09, 2008, 03:05 PM
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glad to see you here in USA and on ALLNURSES
i know you will be an asset in which every direction you choose

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Old May 11, 2008, 04:55 PM
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Good luck to you. Welcome!

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Old May 17, 2008, 11:06 AM
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welcome Dolly
good luck hope things work out for you

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Old May 27, 2008, 11:28 AM
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thank you all for the nice welcome messages!
I have been looking into excelsiors program and will delve a bit deeper. i will prob not move from OH in the forseeable futre and so that should work for me!
any advice or guidance onthis process will be highly highly appreciated!
dolly

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Hello dolly123

Welcome to Allnurses and good luck!!

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