University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC)
Kansas City, Kansas · Observership
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About this program
The International Observership Program is overseen by the Office of International Programs (OIP). Observers can be defined as visiting residents, physicians or medical school graduates.
Individuals participating in this program through the Office of International Programs are generally International Medical Graduates regardless of immigration status. Observers can be defined as visiting residents, physicians or medical school graduates. Current medical students are ineligible for observerships.
Quick highlights
Strong points
- Verified direct sourceAudited URL — no platform middleman, no scraped data
- Multi-specialty (4+)Placement available across multiple clinical departments
- INTL physicians eligibleOpen to international medical graduates
Watch for
- Hands-off observation onlyNo direct patient care or EMR access permitted
- Substantial program fee$50 USD non-refundable inquiry fee (does NOT guarantee placement) + $3,000 USD/month program fee + observer-arranged housing/insurance/travel
Fees, duration & what it costs
What's included
- 4 weeks of structured clinical experience
- Placement in your chosen specialty across 4 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, contact international programs office | Visa: B1/B2
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