Episodes

  • Can a foreign medical graduate really stay back and work in Russia? Is the Russian accreditation exam a must for MBBS graduates? In this episode of fefu.pod , I talk to Dr. JayKrishnan, MBBS Class of 2025 from Far Eastern Federal University, who prepared for the accreditation process to become a licensed doctor in Russia.

    We unpack his 6-year MBBS journey and dive deep into:

    🇷🇺 What the Russian medical accreditation exam is & who can take it

    📚 Language requirements, subjects, and exam format

    📝 Post-graduation documentation, translation & licensing process

    🏥 Residency options, internship rules & work visas for foreign doctors

    💰 Costs, hidden expenses & realistic timelines

    💡 Jay’s personal tips and mistakes to avoid

    Whether you’re a current medical student, planning to join MBBS in Russia, or simply curious about post-graduation career paths abroad — this episode is your complete guide.

    🎧 Listen now and get the insider’s view of becoming a doctor in Russia.

  • In this first episode of fefu.pod, Aakash sits down with Dr. Sampada Mhatre — a fresh MBBS graduate from Far Eastern Federal University (FEFU), Russia. As one of the earliest batches with no seniors to guide her, Sampada opens up about her full six-year journey: from arriving in Russia with uncertainty to adapting to a new culture, surviving harsh winters, clinical rotations, and academic pressure — all while navigating life far from home.

    We cover:

    ✅ First impressions of FEFU & Russia

    ✅ Hostel life, food, language & culture

    ✅ MBBS struggles year-by-year

    ✅ Real talk on racism, safety & adjustment

    ✅ Clinical experience and FMGE preparation

    ✅ Honest thoughts on FEFU’s pros & cons

    ✅ Her advice for future students considering MBBS abroad

    Whether you’re planning to study medicine in Russia or are already a student at FEFU, this episode gives you an honest, unfiltered, and relatable look into what life is really like as a foreign medical student.

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