Georgetown / Ruesch Center — International GI Observership
Washington, Washington DC · Observership
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About this program
International Clinical Observership Program Gastrointestinal Division (Ruesch Center / Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center) The Ruesch Center for the Cure of Gastrointestinal Cancer at the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center in Washington DC offers a medical observership program, designed for junior to mid-career physicians interested in gaining in depth knowledge of the treatment of gastrointestinal cancer, research, program building and patient care. The observership is a participant-tailored exchange program in which the observer accompanies the medical staff through their daily hospital and academic routines, sharing experiences with doctors, residents, research staff and students. This program is not for academic credit.
Quick highlights
Strong points
- Verified direct sourceAudited URL — no platform middleman, no scraped data
- Multi-specialty (3+)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
Fees, duration & what it costs
What's included
- Contact program of structured clinical experience
- Placement in your chosen specialty across 3 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, interest in GI oncology | Visa: B1/B2
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