VerifiedVisiting Student (MD/DO)U.S. M4

Olive View-UCLA Medical Center

Sylmar, California · Visiting Student (MD/DO)

Sylmar, California2-4 weeksU.S. M4

Apply at Olive View-UCLA

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About this program

Medical Students

Olive View-UCLA is a major clinical site for students at the David Geffen School of Medicine and also welcomes rotators from across the country.

Please see below for expectations for housestaff and faculty regarding the supervision of medical students.

UCLA-Olive View Internal Medicine medical students page. Olive View-UCLA is a major DGSOM clinical affiliate. M4 sub-internships (general medicine wards + ICUs) + IM subspecialty electives. Applications via UCLA David Geffen SOM VSLO. Underserved-population academic county hospital. Replaces dhs.lac
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Quick highlights

Strong points

Verified direct sourceAudited URL — no platform middleman, no scraped data
No tuition feeProgram does not charge a per-elective fee

Fees, duration & what it costs

Program fee

Free — county hospital

Duration

2-4 weeks

Lead time

Rolling Admissionsbefore start

What's included

2-4 weeks of structured clinical experience
Placement in Internal Medicine — Sub-Internships + IM Subspecialty Electives (UCLA David Gef...
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

Internal Medicine — Sub-Internships + IM Subspecialty Electives (UCLA David Geffen affiliate)

Eligibility requirements

MD/MBBS, health clearance | Visa: B1/B2

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