Use Your ECFMG Email to Set Up MyIntealth: A Step-by-Step Guide for IMGs
May 2, 2026
IMGPrep Β· MyIntealth Setup Β· 2026
Use Your ECFMG Email to Set Up MyIntealth
A Step-by-Step Guide to MyIntealth Setup for IMGs (2026)
By the IMGPrep Editorial Team
Β·20+ Years Advising IMGs
Β·Updated April 2026
Β·Verified against intealth.org
Open MyIntealth β
The Background
What MyIntealth Replaced β And Why It Matters for IMGs
For international medical graduates (IMGs), residency application season always comes with new systems, portals, and deadlines. The biggest procedural change in recent years was the launch of MyIntealth β the centralized platform that replaced OASIS for all ECFMG-related services.
If you are setting up your account for the first time, there is one rule that overrides everything else: you must use your ECFMG email to set up MyIntealth. Using any other email address will prevent your account from connecting to your existing ECFMG records. This guide walks through the setup process, the common mistakes that cause delays, and what to do when something goes wrong.
For the broader certification process this MyIntealth setup sits inside, see ECFMG Certification: Simple Step-by-Step Guide for IMGs.
What is MyIntealth? MyIntealth is the official applicant portal operated by Intealth β the parent organization of ECFMG. It replaced the older OASIS system and now serves as the single dashboard where IMGs manage ECFMG Certification services, Pathway applications, J-1 visa sponsorship, document uploads, and the ERAS Token used to open the residency application.
The launch of MyIntealth consolidated what used to require several portals into one. The trade-off: every IMG must now correctly link their MyIntealth account to their existing ECFMG records β and that link is made through the email address you use during setup.
Why It Matters
Why Your ECFMG Email Is the Key to MyIntealth Setup
Your ECFMG email is the digital identity that connects your existing records β certification application, exam registrations, Pathway history, ERAS Token requests β to the new MyIntealth portal. If you create your MyIntealth account using a different email address, the system will not recognize you as an existing ECFMG applicant. Your account will technically work, but it will not be linked to your real ECFMG record.
The most common β and most expensive β MyIntealth setup mistake: creating a MyIntealth account with a personal email like Gmail or Hotmail when ECFMG already has a different email on file. The result is two records: one in MyIntealth that has no ECFMG history, and one in ECFMG’s database that has no MyIntealth login. Resolving this requires contacting ECFMG support, providing identity verification, and waiting for a manual record merge β which can delay your Pathway application or Step exam registration by weeks.
First Decision Point
Which Email Counts as Your “ECFMG Email”?
Your ECFMG email is the email address that appears on your existing ECFMG record. For most applicants, this is the email used when first applying for ECFMG Certification or first registering for a USMLE Step exam through ECFMG.
How to find your registered ECFMG email
- Check the email address ECFMG used to send you any prior correspondence β confirmations, exam scheduling permits, or status notifications
- If you have applied for ECFMG Certification before, the address you used at application is your ECFMG email
- If you registered for Step 1 or Step 2 CK in any prior cycle, the email used at that registration is your ECFMG email
- If you are not sure, contact ECFMG directly before creating your MyIntealth account β verifying ahead of time saves weeks of delay later
Email no longer active? If the email address ECFMG has on file is one you no longer use β a school email that has since expired, or an old work email β contact ECFMG to update it on your record before you set up MyIntealth. Setting up MyIntealth with a new email while ECFMG still has the old one creates exactly the linkage problem this guide is designed to help you avoid.
The Setup Process
MyIntealth Setup: Six-Step Walkthrough
Once you have confirmed which email is your ECFMG email, the actual MyIntealth setup is straightforward. The whole process takes under ten minutes if everything goes smoothly.
01Step One
Go to the Intealth Website
Start by visiting the official Intealth website and clicking through to the MyIntealth Applicant Portal. Bookmark the portal URL β you will use it frequently throughout the certification and Match process.
02Step Two
Access the Applicant Portal
Click “Access MyIntealth.”
- If you already have a MyIntealth account, log in directly
- If not, continue with first-time setup
03Step Three
Verify Your ECFMG Email
This is the step that determines whether your account links correctly to your ECFMG record. Move slowly and check each entry.
- Select “Don’t have a MyIntealth account?”
- Enter the email address you use for your ECFMG account β not a personal email, not a new one
- Request a verification code sent to that email
- Enter the code, click Verify Code, then click Continue
If the verification code does not arrive within a few minutes, check spam, then try again. If it still does not arrive, the email on file may not match what you entered β see the troubleshooting section below.
04Step Four
Create a Password
Choose a strong, secure password for your MyIntealth account. You will use it frequently across the certification and residency application timeline. Save it in a password manager β losing access to MyIntealth at the wrong moment can cost you a Pathway application deadline or Step exam registration window.
05Step Five
Accept Terms and Conditions
Read and accept the Terms and Conditions and the Privacy Notice. These cover how Intealth handles your data and what you are agreeing to as a MyIntealth user.
06Step Six
Welcome to MyIntealth
Once inside, you can access the full set of services from a single dashboard:
- ECFMG Certification Services β application, credential verification, status tracking
- Pathway applications β apply, track, and manage your ECFMG Pathway
- J-1 Visa Sponsorship β apply through ECFMG’s Exchange Visitor Sponsorship Program
- ERAS Support Services β including your ERAS Token
- Document uploads β credentials, transcripts, and supporting documents (no more OASIS)
When Setup Goes Wrong
Common MyIntealth Setup Problems and How to Fix Them
If your MyIntealth setup did not go smoothly, you are not alone. These are the most common problems IMGs encounter β and what to do about each one.
Verification Code Never Arrived
Check your spam folder first. If still missing after 10 minutes, the email you entered may not match what ECFMG has on file. Try the alternate email you might have used. If neither works, contact ECFMG support to verify your registered email before retrying setup.
Account Created With Wrong Email
If you completed setup with a personal email instead of your ECFMG email, do not create a second account. Contact ECFMG support, explain that your MyIntealth and ECFMG records are not linked, and request a manual record merge. Provide identity documentation when asked.
“Email Already in Use” Error
This means a MyIntealth account already exists for that email. If you created one previously and forgot, use the password reset flow on the login page. If someone else may have used your email, contact ECFMG support immediately to investigate.
ECFMG Record Says No History After Setup
If your account is set up but you cannot see your existing ECFMG records inside MyIntealth, the link between accounts did not complete. Contact ECFMG support and request manual reconciliation. Have your USMLE/ECFMG ID number ready.
Locked Out After Multiple Login Attempts
Use the password reset flow on the login page. If reset emails do not arrive, the email may be misconfigured or no longer accessible β in which case you will need to contact ECFMG support to update the email on file before regaining access.
Your Old Email No Longer Works
If your registered ECFMG email is from a school account that has expired or a workplace you have left, contact ECFMG to update the email on your record before attempting MyIntealth setup. Setting up first and trying to fix it later creates the linkage problem.
MyIntealth setup is a technical step IMGs handle themselves. The strategic decisions that determine your match outcome β program selection, application positioning, interview preparation β are where an experienced advisor makes the biggest difference. IMGPrep has guided IMGs through these decisions for over two decades.
What Comes Next
What to Do After MyIntealth Setup
Once your MyIntealth account is active and linked to your ECFMG record, MyIntealth becomes the workspace for several major decisions in the certification timeline. The most important to plan for, in order:
- Submit your Application for ECFMG Certification β covered in detail in the ECFMG Certification Step-by-Step Guide
- Register for USMLE Step exams through FSMB β note that as of January 12, 2026, USMLE Step exam registration is handled at usmle.fsmb.org, not MyIntealth
- Choose and apply for an ECFMG Pathway β the choice depends on your graduation year, school accreditation, and Step 2 CS history. See ECFMG Pathways for IMGs: Which One Do You Qualify For?
- Pass the OET Medicine exam β required for all six Pathways. Strategy and score release detailed in OET Medicine for IMG Residency
- Budget the full certification cost β every fee broken down in ECFMG Certification Cost: The Complete Fee Guide for IMGs
- Request your ERAS Token β through MyIntealth, when ready to open your residency application
IMGPrep Β· Cluster Hub
ECFMG Certification: Simple Step-by-Step Guide for IMGs (2026) β
Common Questions
MyIntealth Setup: Frequently Asked Questions
Direct answers to the questions IMGs ask most often about MyIntealth setup.
Why must I use my ECFMG email for MyIntealth setup?
Your ECFMG email is how MyIntealth links your new account to your existing ECFMG record β including certification application, exam history, and any Pathway activity. Using any other email creates a disconnected MyIntealth account that cannot see your real ECFMG history.
What if I don’t remember which email is on my ECFMG account?
Check the email address ECFMG used to send you any past correspondence β confirmations, exam permits, or status updates. If you cannot identify it, contact ECFMG directly before creating your MyIntealth account.
Can I change my ECFMG email later?
Yes β but contact ECFMG to update the email on your record before you set up MyIntealth. Updating the email after MyIntealth is already created creates account linkage problems that require manual support to fix.
Did MyIntealth replace OASIS completely?
Yes. MyIntealth replaced OASIS as the central applicant portal for ECFMG-related services. All ECFMG Certification services, Pathway applications, document uploads, and ERAS Token requests now happen through MyIntealth.
Do I register for USMLE Step exams through MyIntealth?
Not anymore. As of January 12, 2026, USMLE Step exam registration for IMGs moved to the FSMB portal at usmle.fsmb.org. MyIntealth still handles your ECFMG Certification application, Pathway, document verification, and ERAS Token, but not Step exam registration itself.
Is MyIntealth setup free?
Account creation is free. The ECFMG service fees inside MyIntealth β certification application, credential verification, Pathway application, ERAS Token β are paid separately. See ECFMG Certification Cost for the full fee breakdown.
What if I accidentally created two MyIntealth accounts?
Contact ECFMG support immediately. Explain that you have two MyIntealth records and request a merge. Have your USMLE/ECFMG ID number ready and be prepared to verify your identity. Do not continue using both accounts in parallel.
How often will I use MyIntealth during the Match cycle?
Frequently. MyIntealth is where you submit your certification application, track credential verification, apply for and manage your Pathway, request your ERAS Token, and upload supporting documents. Treat it as a primary workspace for the entire certification phase.
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What Comes Next
Plan Your Path to Residency
MyIntealth setup is the technical first step. Everything else β ECFMG Certification, Pathway selection, exam strategy, residency program selection, application positioning, interview preparation β is the strategic work that determines whether certification converts into a matched residency.
The Match itself is a deliberate, methodical academic selection process β programs evaluate each applicant against their selection criteria step by step, looking for goodness of fit between the applicant and the program. Plan your path to residency. Prepare well from day one and increase your chance to match.
For more than two decades, IMGPrep has been matching IMGs into top programs across the vast majority of specialties β including some of the most competitive spots in the country.
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Sources: Official MyIntealth procedures verified against intealth.org and ecfmg.org. USMLE Step exam registration procedures verified against usmle.fsmb.org (effective January 12, 2026). Procedures and requirements are subject to change β always verify current setup procedures directly with Intealth and ECFMG before creating an account. IMGPrep is not affiliated with Intealth, ECFMG, FSMB, USMLE, NRMP, ERAS, or any related body.
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