Baptist Health International Observerships
Miami, Florida · Observership
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About this program
Baptist Health South Florida's International Medical Education Program includes a dedicated observership track for international physicians and healthcare professionals, with an explicit regional focus on Latin America and the Caribbean. Beyond shadowing rotations themselves, the program wraps medical symposiums, CME via video conference, webcasts, self-study, and on-site facility tours. Applicants who are not US citizens or permanent residents must first complete an International Eligibility Form and email it to the International Medical Education office before moving to a full application. Baptist Health is clear on visa posture: the system does not sponsor visas, so candidates must enter on their own authorization. The public page does not surface specific USMLE or ECFMG requirements, rotation duration, fees, or LOR practices; those are negotiated through direct email intake.
Quick highlights
Strong points
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Watch for
- USMLE Step requiredUSMLE ≥220 on every Step taken (Steps 1, 2, and 3 if applicable)
- No visa sponsorshipINTL applicants must self-arrange B-1/B-2 visitor visa
Fees, duration & what it costs
What's included
- Not specified of structured clinical experience
- Placement in Multi-specialty
- 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
International physicians and healthcare professionals (primarily Latin America/Caribbean); no visa sponsorship.
USMLE / COMLEX: USMLE ≥220 on every Step taken (Steps 1, 2, and 3 if applicable)
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