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Global Clinical Observer Program



This NEW and exciting program is offered to international graduates whose ultimate goal is to apply for residency in the United States.
 


 


Program Overview


Our Global Clinical Observer Program aims to bridge the gap between excellence in academics and pre-residency clinical experience at a top US hospital. Exclusively designed and open only to international medical graduates, highly qualified participants will visit Cleveland Clinic for a four-week shadowing experience. Participants will spend one week with specialists in each of the following internal medicine sub-specialties:

• Clinical Cardiology

• Gastroenterology
• Infectious Diseases
• Pulmonary Medicine

A total of 12 candidates are accepted every year.

Who is Eligible?

Foreign Medical Graduates who have applied or intend to apply for residency or fellowship in the United States and are ECFMG certified. 

ECFMG certification is a requirement, and candidates must be able to submit proof certification as part of their application material.  Candidates who are in process of completing USMLE steps, are encouraged to apply once they are ECFMG certified.
How to Apply?

1. Refer to the schedule below and select an application period most appropriate for you. 

2. Complete and submit the application form during the corresponding application date and at least one week prior to the deadline, to allow for efficient processing.

Due to the volume of interest, you may submit an application to no more than one period per calendar year (regardless of rejection or acceptance into the program).

Application Periods 2014  Online Application Open Date Online Application Close Date Expected notification of final decision
Period 1: January  to June 2014 March 4, 2013 October 11, 2013 November 18, 2013
Period 2: July to December 2014 October 14, 2013 March 7, 2014 April 14, 2014




 
Application Periods 2013 Online Application Open Date Online Application Close Date Expected notification of final decision
Period 1: January to June 2013 Closed September 1, 2012 October 1, 2012
Period 2: July to December 2013 September 1, 2012 Closed  April 1, 2013


 

Next Steps


Upon receipt of your online application, a member of our center will follow up to collect:

• CV in English
• USMLE scores
• ECFMG certificate
• Copy of medical school transcript
• Certified copy of medical diploma
• One page personal statement addressing your interest in this program
• Two letters of recommendation, see FAQs for acceptable formats 

    -  One from Dean of medical school addressed to Cleveland Clinic
       confirming completion of medical school and additional  
       information on accomplishments 

   -   The second letter may come from a physician who can attest to
       academic and other relevant accomplishments


ERAS applications presented as supporting documents to this program are not accepted. Candidates who submit ERAS applications will automatically be disqualified.


Upon receipt of all documents, your application is considered
complete. No additional documents may be included at a later date.

Your complete application will be reviewed during the corresponding period timeframe. A list of accepted candidates will be published on our website on the above listed notification date


Upon acceptance into the Global Clinical Observer Program, you will receive the following by email: 


    -  A formal invitation letter to help you with visa formalities 

    -  Final confirmation of your orientation appointment 
    -  Resource Guide to prepare you for your upcoming visit to Cleveland 
    -  Necessary health requirements (if applicable)

A tentative schedule of your observership will be given to you by the hosting department on your first day.


On your last day, we will present you with a certificate of attendance in the Observership Program. 


Frequently Asked Questions about this Program

Program FAQs offer answers to commonly asked questions about the Global Clinical Observer Program. 

View Program FAQs

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