Clearing the J-1 Home Residency Hurdle: Four Ways to Waive the Home-Residence Requirement

Originally published in Healthcare Michigan, Volume 40, No.  4 J-1 status is a favorite for foreign nationals attending medical resident training programs in the United States. While there are many advantages to the J-1 visa category, one major obstacle remains for J-1 physicians who wish to continue working in the United States—the home residence requirement. Because …

Special Considerations for Medical Professionals During the COVID-19 Pandemic

On June 1, 2020, the COVID-19 National Emergency will have been effective in the United States for three months. During this time, guidance from federal agencies has been dynamic as the government adapts to the “new normal.” But even as the global health crisis halts nonessential travel and disrupts visa issuance to many foreign nationals, …