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What plans should I take if I want to become a doctor in Europe long term?

Applying/Transfer to Medical School in Europe

I'm receiving my high school diploma and Associate Degree in Science in the USA. I want to live in Europe in the long term, so I'm thinking about different pathways to become a doctor in Europe.

I've started with the idea that I could get my Bachelors in Biology in two years at an American university, and then either go straight to medical school in Europe or go for a Masters in Europe and then apply to medical school in Europe.

However, there was another option brought to me by my mom and aunt. I could go to Mexico (I can get my dual citizenship as I am part Mexican) and study there for six years, which would then give me the equivalent of a postgraduate degree in General Medicine. However, I am not sure if schools in Europe would accept the degree as it is from Mexico. I did find this information on this website (Medical doctors and dentists without borders - What Europe does for me) but it looks like it's for member states of the EU only. I will continue to look into this information but if anyone knows if European countries will accept a postgraduate degree from Mexico, I gladly would appreciate the information. (Assuming that the website also includes outside education, I do know that different countries have different requirements, but that there are general criteria required to be allowed to practice. And that you have automatic recognition and non-automatic recognition, so maybe I just answered my own question :P)

The third option I have is to study in Europe. I have an option where I could go to a program in Europe that is six years long and gives me my BA and MA in General Medicine. I know that this is the best option in terms of living in Europe and working as a doctor long term, but financially it is the most expensive. It's around $6,000-$8,000 more in terms of tuition and most likely does not consider housing, food, and other expenses. I do not mind getting a part time job to support this option. In fact, I would be more than willing to get one. I'm just worried about language barriers in the job market.

I'll also bring up the point of getting a Visa or similar documentation to study in Europe. I do know that while it may take some time, I believe I should be fine as long as I apply for it on time.

If I could get insight on these plans to help me with a major change in my life, I would gladly appreciate it! And if anyone comes up with another idea, please feel free to share it with me! I thank all of you in advance.

(and if I ever become well-known or have important work published, I'll put your Reddit username in the credits for helping me with this transition ;) )

Posted Mar 12, 2025, 8:01 PM UTC

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