Hennepin Healthcare — Minneapolis
Minneapolis, Minnesota · Observership
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About this program
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), and Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) students registered with an accredited U.S. medical or professional school seeking clinical rotation experiences to provide direct patient care. An international medical student may be considered if an Affiliation Agreement can be made with their school. We utilize an online platform called Clinician Nexus when applying for clinical rotations at Hennepin Healthcare.
An Observership is for any professional healthcare student, medical graduate, resident, fellow, Advanced Practice Provider (APP), or physician from an international or non-accredited institution, who is seeking clinical experience to observe patient care and participate in patient care planning. Typical Observership rotations are 2-4 weeks but can be up to 12 weeks. Applicants must have confirmed their request with a sponsoring Hennepin Preceptor and Department Coordinator before applying. We utilize an online platform called Clinician Nexus when applying for Observerships at Hennepin Healthcare.
Hennepin Healthcare canonical Medical Student page. Operator-confirmed 2026-05-17 to be live in browser AND web-fetchable. Documents directly: (1) US MD/DO/DPM visiting medical student clinical rotations; (2) international medical students considered if affiliation agreement can be made; (3) observeVerbatim from source page · audited 2026-05-25
Quick highlights
Strong points
- Multi-specialty (4+)Placement available across multiple clinical departments
- INTL physicians eligibleOpen to international medical graduates
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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