Clinical rotations and citizenship application

Hi, I’m Otabek and have an unusual request for help. I’m an aspiring physician who has found himself in a financial dilemma after years of work and sacrifice to achieve my dream of becoming a physician.

In 2000, when I arrived in the United States, I had $200 in my pocket and a huge American dream. I worked any job I could. I washed dishes, waited on tables, and now I provide medical and legal interpretation in various settings. (I am fluent in English, Russian, Arabic and Uzbek).

In 2006, I started my American education by enrolling at the Community College of Philadelphia and by 2014 I had achieved my Associate Degree and Bachelor’s Degree from Temple University. By 2020, I was able to conclude my pre-med studies at Thomas Jefferson University and enroll in medical school from which I have recently graduated. This April I passed my Medical Licensing Exam (Step One). At this moment of wonderful success, I have also learned that my US citizenship papers have been moved forward and that I must begin my Clinical training at a hospital in the Atlanta, Georgia area. However, happy times don’t last long. The rigorous program will not allow me to freelance and my loans don’t cover living expenses. Without financial means and work contacts, I am seeking any help you can send my way. The hospital program estimates that the 20-month clinical program costs $ 75,000, on average, and I am at a complete loss. I don’t know where else to turn.

My friends have suggested I start a GoFundMe campaign and so I humbly ask you to consider any amount of generosity that you can contribute.

Many blessings to you and your family!