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Observership

A clinical placement where you shadow US physicians without directly providing patient care.

An observership is a clinical placement in which you shadow US physicians and observe patient care without hands-on responsibility or direct patient contact. It is a common form of USCE for IMGs because it does not require a license or student status.

Observerships vary in length, structure and cost. Some programs value them less than hands-on experience, but a strong observership can produce a meaningful letter of recommendation. Visa requirements for observerships depend on your country and situation.

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