The narrative data suggested several possible modifications to the family medicine curriculum, including expanding new resident orientation content about U.S. health care, introducing behavioral science content sooner, and having IMGs observe quality physician-patient interactions. Interview data also yielded concrete suggestions for improving residents' psychiatric interview knowledge and skills, such as instruction in specific wording of questions.

While optimism about future medical careers in India is increasing, the interest of Indian medical students in training and subsequently practicing in the United States remains high.