Indian medical graduates can now practice in US, Canada, Australia

Indian medical graduates will now be able to practice medicine in foreign countries, as the National Medical Commission (NMC) received the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME) recognition status for a duration of 10 years.

The announcement was made by the Union Health Ministry through a press release.

This will enable medical graduates with degrees from Indian institutions to pursue post-graduation or practice medicine in countries including the US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, where WFME recognition is a prerequisite.

All 706 existing medical colleges in India have received WFME accreditation. Any new medical colleges established in the next 10 years will also automatically gain WFME accreditation status.

Beyond its international appeal, the NMC's recognition by WFME will enable the commission to enhance the quality and standards of medical education in India by aligning it with global best practices and benchmarks.

It will also augment the international recognition and reputation of Indian medical institutions and professionals, foster academic collaborations and exchanges, and promote ongoing improvements and innovation in medical education.

The World Federation for Medical Education (WFME) is a global organisation dedicated to improving the quality of medical education worldwide.

Its mission revolves around the pursuit of better healthcare for all and the advancement of the highest scientific and ethical standards in medical education, the health ministry said in the release.