Explore clinical observership specialties

Browse six specialty guides to consider your interests. A specific observational experience depends on review and availability.

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Explore the specialty guides

Internal Medicine

Explore the day-to-day context of adult medical care through observation.

Surgery

Learn about the organization and workflow of a surgical service through observation.

Cardiology

Observe aspects of clinical work focused on cardiovascular care.

Neurology

See how a neurology team approaches its clinical workflow.

Pediatrics

Learn about the setting and processes of pediatric care through observation.

Emergency Medicine

Observe the pace, team roles, and workflow of an emergency care setting.

Choosing your preferences

The application asks for a preferred specialty and lets you describe your goals. If your interest is not among the specialties above, the form also offers an “Other” option. A listed preference is a request, not confirmation that a placement is open.

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Explore your next step

Review the program details, then tell us about your interests or ask a question. A submission begins a review and does not guarantee a placement.

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