From The US To New Zealand: A 10-Step Relocation Guide For American Physicians

Are you an American physician thinking about moving abroad? You'd be hard-pressed to find a better spot than New Zealand. Here you will find:

• A friendly, multicultural society open to newcomers
• Some of the world's most beautiful landscapes
• A slower pace of life, where kids run free & barefoot and there are no security checks at airports
• A medical work culture that truly emphasizes work-life balance
• Free healthcare & childcare
• A two-year path to permanent residency

Dr. Andrew Patel is a family physician from Washington state, now living in Tauranga New Zealand. In 2023, he and his family moved to New Zealand. This is the book he wished he had when his family planned their move. It walks you through the nitty-gritty details of each of the 10 steps you will take in your move to New Zealand:

1. Deciding to Move
2. Locum vs Direct Hire
3. Develop Your Timeline
4. Collect Required Documents
5. Prepare For Medical Registration
6. Register with MCNZ
7. Employment
8. Visa Application
9. Prepare for Move
10. After Arrival

There is no better place to get started. Happy trails!