IMG Symposium NYC 2026 by Essen Health Care & NYREACH

IMG Symposium 2026
Leaders in a Transforming Healthcare System

Join Essen Health Care and NYREACH+ for the IMG Symposium 2026, an evening dedicated to empowering International Medical Graduates, healthcare professionals, trainees, and future healthcare leaders.

This symposium is designed to help IMGs accelerate their career progression, expand their professional network, and gain direct insight into navigating the U.S. healthcare landscape. Attendees will hear from leaders, educators, and successful IMGs who have advanced through similar pathways and can offer practical guidance, real-world strategies, and valuable resources to overcome common barriers.

Whether you are early in your journey, currently in training, exploring career opportunities, or seeking your next professional step, this event is built to provide the knowledge, connections, and confidence to help you move forward.

Event Details
Date: Monday, July 13, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Lubin Hall, Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Who Should Attend
This event is open to international medical graduates, medical students, residents, fellows, physicians, healthcare professionals, recruiters, educators, mentors, and anyone interested in supporting IMG career development and leadership in healthcare.

What to Expect
Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with healthcare leaders, engage in meaningful discussions, learn from speaker sessions, and build relationships with peers, mentors, and potential employers. The symposium will focus on career development, leadership, networking, and practical strategies for success in the U.S. healthcare system.

Tentative Event Schedule

5:00 PM — Check in
5:30 PM — Welcome
Guest arrival and networking.

5:45 PM — Opening Remarks
Welcome message and introduction to the IMG Symposium.

6:00 PM — Keynote Presentation
Insights on IMG leadership, career growth, and navigating the U.S. healthcare system.

6:30 PM — Panel Discussion
Healthcare leaders and successful IMGs share experiences, challenges, and practical guidance.

7:15 PM — Audience Q&A
Open discussion with speakers and panelists.

7:30 PM — Networking Break
Connect with peers, mentors, employers, and healthcare professionals.

7:45 PM — Presentations
Presentation by selected sponsors and participants

8:15 PM — Raffle Drawing & Poster Winner Announcements
Recognition of poster participants and announcement of raffle winners.

8:30 PM — Event Concludes

Ticket Includes
• Entry to the symposium
• One raffle entry
• Networking opportunities
• Access to all speaker sessions and discussions
• Buffet-style dinner
• Certificate of attendance
• Event resources and giveaways

Parking Information
Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. There are only 60 parking slots available. Street parking and visitor parking may also be available, but attendees are encouraged to arrive early or consider alternative transportation.

Please Note
Space is limited, and registration is required to attend. Early registration is encouraged to secure your spot.
Poster Presentation
If you indicated that you would like to participate in the poster presentation, please review the poster presentation guidelines and submission instructions here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GmvdsY8AEzPPKB3nfxe-YCi-RdhMmOj-/view?usp=sharing

Contact Information
For questions regarding registration, sponsorship, or event details, please contact: [email protected] or [email protected]

*The first 100 tickets are fully sponsored through the generous support of our event sponsors. This sponsorship helps expand workforce development opportunities, support the professional growth of International Medical Graduates (IMGs), and develop future healthcare talent. Any multiple reservations under the same name and information will be merged.