Observership Application

Personal Information

First Name*

Last Name*

Email Address*

Phone Number*

Mailing Address*

City*

State*

ZIP Code*

Country*

Educational Background

Current Institution/Medical School*

Degree Program*

Year of Study*

Expected/Actual Graduation Date*

Current GPA (Optional)

Country of Medical School*

International Medical Graduate (IMG) Information

Please complete the following information for international medical graduates.

ECFMG Certification Status

ECFMG Number (if applicable)

ECFMG Certification Date (if applicable)

USMLE/COMLEX Exam Status

USMLE Step 1

USMLE Step 2 CK

USMLE Step 3

Medical License from Home Country

Current Visa Status

Visa Expiration Date (if applicable)

English Language Proficiency Test

Test Score (if applicable)

Test Date (if applicable)

Previous U.S. Clinical Experience

Program Selection

Select Program Type*

Clinical Observership / Summer Internship 6-week program combining clinical shadowing, mentorship, quality improvement projects, and research support (1-2 positions available per session)

Structured Rotation Hands-on clinical rotation with patient interaction and case presentations

Preferred Session*

All programs are 6 weeks in duration

References

You may provide up to three professional or academic references who can speak to your clinical aptitude and professionalism. References are optional but strongly recommended for competitive applicants.

Application Materials

Statement of Interest*

Please describe your interest in our program, your career goals, and what you hope to gain from this experience. (500-1000 words)

Relevant Clinical Experience (Optional)

Please describe any previous clinical rotations, observerships, research projects, or volunteer work.

Specific Areas of Interest (Optional)

Are there specific topics within hypertension or internal medicine you'd like to focus on?

Upload Resume/CV*

Please upload your current resume or curriculum vitae (PDF format preferred, max 5MB)

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Upload Transcript (Optional)

You may upload your academic transcript (PDF format, max 5MB)

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Additional Information

How did you hear about our program?

Additional Comments or Questions (Optional)

Clinical Thinking Assessment

This question helps us understand your approach to problem-solving.

A patient consistently misses their afternoon medication doses despite reminders and alarm systems. You learn they work a demanding job with unpredictable hours and often forget to carry their medication. Standard adherence strategies haven't worked. What unconventional approach might you suggest?*

Partner with their workplace to create a discreet medication storage and reminder system at their office

Explore switching to a once-daily formulation taken at a consistent time, like with morning coffee

Suggest they keep medication in multiple strategic locations (car, desk, bag, home) to increase access

Connect the medication to an existing afternoon habit or routine they already maintain

Recruit a coworker or friend to become their "accountability partner" with daily check-ins

Attestation

I certify that all information provided in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false or misleading information may result in the rejection of my application or dismissal from the program.

I understand that this is a competitive application process with limited spots available. I agree to respond promptly to any communication regarding my application status.

I acknowledge that if accepted, I will be required to provide proof of medical malpractice insurance, immunization records, and any other documentation required by the Center for Hypertension & Internal Medicine.

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