Geisinger Medical Center
Danville, Pennsylvania · Visiting Student (MD/DO)
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About this program
Thanks for your interest in applying for a clinical elective as a fourth-year visiting student with Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. We offer a broad array of fourth-year elective clinical rotations that will enhance your medical knowledge through direct patient care experiences.
We offer two- and four-week rotations. Electives are only open to fourth-year medical students enrolled in medical schools accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) or the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA).
Geisinger Commonwealth Visiting Medical Students. 2- or 4-week M4 rotations via VSLO. LCME/COCA only. WARNING: Geisinger explicitly does NOT offer observerships. Specialty pages exist (EM, Ophtho, ENT, Anesth, Cardio, IR). Replaces geisinger.org/ homepage. One-by-one packet #17.Verbatim from source page · audited 2026-05-25
Quick highlights
Strong points
- Verified direct sourceAudited URL — no platform middleman, no scraped data
- Multi-specialty (4+)Placement available across multiple clinical departments
Watch for
- INTL not eligibleProgram is US LCME/COCA only — no IMG pathway
Fees, duration & what it costs
What's included
- 2-4 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, health clearance | Visa: B1/B2
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