NYC Health + Hospitals — MOSAIC Visiting Scholars Program
New York, New York · Visiting Student (MD/DO)
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About this program
The MOSAIC Visiting Scholars Program (VSP) offers four-week at NYC Health + Hospitals for medical students and trainees who are interested in serving H+H's diverse patient populations. The goal is to have the NYC Health + Hospitals' physician workforce that better reflects our patient population by creating experiential, clinical, and mentorship opportunities across NYC Health + Hospitals. MOSAIC VSP will run two cohorts per year. Each VSP participant will be matched to a NYC H+H participating site and will conduct clinical shadowing, didactic sessions, practical learnings, simulation and experiential training. The goal is to allow participants to develop and refine their professional development skills, gain clinical exposure and strengthen their commitment to social justice and serving vulnerable populations. The rotations will take place between August – November, 2026 and January – April, 2027, depending on the availability of the placement.
Participants accepted into MOSAIC VSP will be provided a $2,000 stipend for the rotation and an additional $2,000 housing stipend for participants that are not based in the New York City metro area. Students from the NYC metro area are expected to cover their own housing costs. Students from underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Quick highlights
Strong points
- Verified direct sourceAudited URL — no platform middleman, no scraped data
- Stipend-payingReceives a paid stipend (rare for IMG observerships)
- Multi-specialty (5+)Placement available across multiple clinical departments
Fees, duration & what it costs
What's included
- 4-week elective of structured clinical experience
- Placement in your chosen specialty across 5 departments
- Direct supervision by attending faculty
- Rounds, case discussions, and bedside teaching participation
How to apply
- Identify a faculty host or coordinator at the program.Many IMG observerships require a faculty sponsor BEFORE you can apply. Use the contact email in the sidebar.
- Submit your application packet directly to the program.Typical packet: CV, USMLE scores or ECFMG certificate, letter of intent, proof of funding, immunizations, and (for INTL) translated medical license.
- Pay any required application or program fee.Many programs charge a non-refundable application fee + per-rotation program fee. See the cost tile above for this program's specific amounts.
- Complete pre-arrival paperwork and visa coordination.Most IMG observerships do not sponsor educational visas — applicants travel on B-1/B-2 visitor status. Confirm before booking travel.
Available specialties
Eligibility requirements
MD/MBBS, USMLE Step 1, health clearance, immunizations | Visa: B1/B2
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