What people are saying…
“Ranika is such a wonderful person, I remember when I met her for the first time, her positive energy and kind words instantly motivated me. She has helped me throughout the application process, be it helping me with CV, PS, BC CAP or interview process. She was with me through each and every step. I have seen how she goes beyond to provide that help and give honest opinions. She has provided me emotional support too on days when I felt not motivated at all.
I believe to get into residency, hard work and proper guidance is needed especially for IMGs and Ranika is the best person to contact as she has a great knowledge about the whole process and guides how we can improve our application. I am so grateful to Ranika and I share this success of getting matched with her.”
— Dr. Yashika K.
“Ranika is not only a brilliant teacher, but also a great advisor and supporter. She is dedicated to helping IMGs reaching their goals. I was lucky to be able to have her as my friend and advisor all along CaRMS journey. I highly recommend Ranika to whoever wants to put together an application for residency match.”
— Dr. Arsalan A.
“I am writing this review to express my immense gratitude to my mentor Ranika! I have matched to psychiatry residency through a competitive stream, which is a competitive speciality in Canada! Ranika has helped me with BCCAP, personal statements, CV, CARMs application, interviews prep! Literally with every single step of the journey! She was my backbone through this tough process of CARMs! I knew her for a year before applying to CARMs! Each time I met her she encouraged me with kindness and supported my hard work and persistence. I called her my lucky charm because she knows how to truly support others! If you really want to succeed in your residency application go blindly with Ranika! I have tried other services before knowing her and I regret it so much bc I didn’t match my first time applying! But I did with my second one with the help of my friend Ranika! Thank you Ranika I will always be grateful for you.”
— Dr. Hiba A.
“A matched IMG recommended I contact Ranika as soon as I can. I found her page and company on LinkedIn and sent a message. Not only did Ranika immediately reply, but she was able to arrange a consultation and practice session which suited both of our availabilities. During these sessions, she gave me solid feedback and appropriate suggestions on my approach and most importantly, we did confidence-building exercises which improved my overall performance. I also received physical copies of each session we had as well as websites and handouts to reference during my preparations. Lastly, she followed up on my ranking process and gave me pre-and post-match calls/messages. She followed me every step of the journey.
I am a happy client who has gained professional and personal skills from IMG Career Counselling.”
— Dr. Craig B
"When I first moved back home to Canada after studying overseas, I was feeling very lost and confused about how to match to a program in Canada. I then contacted Ranika Singh, after hearing about her from a colleague. During our very first phone call – I immediately knew that I was in good hands. It became very clear that Ranika is incredibly knowledgeable about the entire CARMS process and wise about how to tailor individual applications to highlight an applicant’s unique strengths and personal journeys.
Ranika was my mentor and support person throughout the entire application process – from the BCCAP to editing my resume to reading through my personal statements and then practicing for interviews. What made my experience with her unique, however, was the way in which she could boost my confidence during our phone calls and give me the motivation to keep going. This made a HUGE difference to how I felt throughout the last few months. I genuinely enjoyed our conversations and always left them feeling inspired and hopeful about my future.
I am very grateful to Ranika for the huge role that she played in helping me match to my top choice program. I highly recommend her to any IMG applying to match to a training program in Canada in the future."
— Ramsha K.
I would recommend Ranika without reservation. She was a major source of support, resources and skills-building for my preparation for the CAP for UBC.
She provided insightful ways to approach encounters, and helped me clearly and effectively identify areas of strengths and constructive spaces for improvement.
She was also very thoughtful, and made sure to check in throughout the application process to see how everything was progressing and if I needed anything else.
Overall, I was very impressed, and I would recommend her services wholeheartedly!
— Dr. Matthew L
“Ranika is brilliant in her work with IMGs. She is very experienced with the intricacies of the CaRMS system and was able to provide extremely effective career advice tailored to my personal experience and strengths. When I approached her for career counselling and help with my personal letter, her response was very empathetic and encouraging. This impressed me as much as her expertise, as being an IMG in Canada can be a very daunting experience.
Ranika does not merely provide IMG career services, she works as a guide and mentor providing hope, advice and constructive criticism to help you match into residency in Canada. I would recommend her to any IMG going through the CaRMS process.”
— Dr. Ayesha B
“I want to describe Ranika as an amazing coach who prepares you to catch your goals while encouraging you to be your true self and giving you confidence. She recognizes your strengths and weaknesses quickly and gives you appropriate advice tailored to your needs and expectations. She helped me cope with my anxiety, showed me the right direction for my CaRMS interviews, and gave me the energy and hope to reapply. Her honest and precise comments helped me succeed and get into my dream program!
I strongly recommend Ranika to any IMG who wants to get familiar with the Canadian interview process for residency programs and any job position. Thank you, Ranika!”
— Dr. Sara A
“When I first met Ranika, I was genuinely impressed with her knowledge of the CaRMS process and strong understanding of all requirements and aspects of the application. I leaned into her advice and felt supported by her constructive criticism and honest feedback. We worked together on my application, and she helped me develop my confidence during interview preparation, which really helped me be completely myself and showcase my strengths and professional highlights.
She was there for me and motivated me when I had no hope. Last year, she strongly recommended that I join a program which I believe was the reason I matched this year. She was always available at the times of need and deeply cared for my success. I am so lucky to have her as my consultant in the Carms process. Thank you Ranika!
I highly recommend Ranika and IMG Career Counselling to any IMG that requires strong, professional advice and support to help them during the CaRMS process.”
— Dr. Nataliia Z
“I received Ranika's help for my personal statements, CV, BC CAP and interview preparations. Her tips and techniques, especially during the interview preparations were unique and were very valuable. Her efforts to make the whole outlook look appealing and highlighted have to be appreciated. I highly recommend her services to IMGs to succeed in this process. Thank you Ranika for all your supports.”
— Dr. Kalpanee I
“Ranika has been instrumental during my CaRMS journey. She gives you realistic and personalized advice about your application. She not only is well informed about the program requirements but also is well equipped with the necessary tools and materials that help a candidate improve their skills. She is kind and understanding. She made time for me during an already busy week because I requested it. That speaks to how strongly she is there for her clients. I strongly recommend working with Ranika if you are looking to develop the skills and mannerisms of a healthcare professional in Canada.”
— Dr. Chandni D
“I'd like to extend my deepest appreciation and gratitude to Ranika for all of her support throughout my journey to residency. I highly recommend Ranika's services for IMG career counseling. Ranika has been tremendously patient, understanding, kind and insightful. Her guidance and advice for my application as well as interview skills were very helpful and informative. She went above and beyond to ensure I put my best foot forward. I'm grateful to her for all of her support and mentorship through countless conversations. She began as a mentor and ultimately has become a lifelong friend. I am truly grateful to Ranika for her continued support and wholeheartedly wish her well.”
— Dr. Chavi T
“I met Ranika for a session before my Family Medicine Ontario interview. I must say she was able to guide me and provide me with strategies to answer the questions while showcasing my professional and personal skills. She always responded to my random emails and calls and was very professional throughout. I will highly recommend her to those preparing applications for CaRMS and other programs/platforms. Thank you!”
— Dr. Jasveen K
“I’ve had the pleasure of meeting Ms. Ranika since starting my CaRMS journey. I can’t begin to write in the ways she has been such a great support through this time. Her kind, genuine nature and attentive listening allowed me to build a great relationship where I felt comfortable discussing areas of my application that needed more support, and I could make myself the best candidate.
Her years of experience working with IMGs was evident in how she looked over all aspects of my application (CV, personal statement, and Interview prep). More specifically her personalized feedback allowed me to create a strong PS inclusive of my own unique experiences while covering CanMEDS roles. Her mock interview sessions allowed me to prepare for specialty specific questions reflecting on my academic and personal experiences. Her guidance supported me to land several interviews and approach each with clarity and confidence leading to me match into the specialty of my choice.
Ultimately it was her support through countless conversations over the time I’ve known her that has meant the world and allowed me to continue this journey with a positive mindset. I’m very grateful for having Ms. Ranika both as an academic mentor and friend throughout the years. I only wish many future IMGs to have someone like her by their side. Thank you for everything Ms. Ranika, words cannot express my gratitude and the impact that you’ve made!”
— Dr. Tharaga K
“Ranika has been my advisor ever since my journey to match into residency began. She is a gifted advisor with rare combination of experience and expertise. Ranika is aware of the ins and outs of residency applications - from exam preparation, to cultivating personalized statements and CVs, to conducting mock interviews. She is very professional, full of zest, and approachable. The personalized feedback she provided pertaining to every piece of my residency application was unbelievably valuable - she knew exactly what the residency committee members were looking for in a candidate. Thanks to her constant encouragement, support and honest critique of my residency application and mock interviews - I was able to land multiple interviews in both US and Canada, eventually matching to my program of interest, Family Medicine.
It is getting tougher for IMGs to acquire residency in Canada with increase in competition and limited seats. I highly recommend Ranika as an advisor to every IMG looking for comprehensive application review - she will go above and beyond of what was expected of her to strengthen your overall application, improve your interviewing technique and bring out the best in you as a candidate. I am really grateful to have Ranika by my side as my advisor! I wish her the best of luck and pray that she continues to be a ray of light in every IMGs professional life.”
— Dr. Manal A
“I really appreciated how Ranika always tried her best to stand in applicants’ shoes as well as stand from Residency selection panels’ point of view to revise and polish my CaRMs application package. Ranika has the best strategies for developing my Personal Statements, which include she first thoroughly reviewed my CV and asked questions to know my individual story and journey, along with evaluated my strength and weakness. Subsequently, we had a deep discussion regarding how to best present my application to impress the residency selection panels. It is obvious that her knowledge and experiences about the requirements and preferences of different residency programs offered by CaRMs makes her service stand out. Ranika is incredibly professional, dedicated and encouraging. This is a great learning opportunity for me to improve the English writing and self-reflect my package. Ranika is more than an editor, instead, acts as a mentor to guide me through this extremely difficult journey. It is precious that I consistently receive her encouragement, timely information, and positive energy. I highly recommend her service which is worthy of every single dollar I spent. At the same time, I would suggest everyone does your own job including provide her your best efforts of all the drafts and ideas, together with an open mind. Please use her service and work with her to make a strong team to reach our goals.”
— Dr. Rain L
“Ranika provides an unrivaled service filled with honesty, comprehensive knowledge and clear guidance. She always takes the time to listen to concerns and finds ways to communicate constructive criticisms tailored to whomever she is assisting. I am a Canadian Studied Abroad (CSA)/international medical graduate (IMG) who graduated in 2016. Canada geographically is a large place and understanding how get a foot in the door is equally vast in the Canadian healthcare system. With her background with Healthforce Ontario, I was confident in her knowledge as she guided me through the system and advised me on key aspects (i.e. CV presentation, interview preparation, networking opportunities and more). All of these and more propelled me and enhanced my chances of finally achieving my ambition and dreams, having matched into a family medicine program in Canada. I cannot recommend Ranika enough. I would advise anyone who is struggling to obtain a residency position or trying to begin their journey into medicine to reach out to her. I will definitely be referring other IMG’s I come across throughout my career to her knowing that they will undoubtedly benefit.”