| | ECFMG Sponsorship for J1s |
 | | Therefore, upon recommendation of DOS, ECFMG will convene the pertinent medical organizations (Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education, American Board of Medical Specialties, American Hospital Association, American Medical Association, Association of American Medical Colleges, and Council of Medical Specialty Societies) on this issue, with the goal of presenting a proposal to HHS for its consideration. |
 | | ECFMG may continue to sponsor individuals in a subspecialty that is recognized by the appropriate Specialty Board of the American Board of Medical Specialties (as evidenced by a letter from the Executive Director of the appropriate Specialty Board) even if that subspecialty is not accredited by ACGME. |
 | | Officials at the Department of State (DOS) have informed ECFMG that it is the current position of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that sponsorship of J-1 physicians is meant to be limited to ACGME accredited programs. |
| www.uic.edu /com/gme/ecfmg_sponsorship_for_j_1s.htm (284 words) |