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Cleveland Clinic International Visiting Medical Student Program

Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Cleveland, Ohio, USA, United States Cardiothoracic Surgery, Gastro, Urological Surgery & ICU
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Program Description

Cleveland Clinic welcomes international senior medical students for 4-week clinical observer and elective programs. Provides direct exposure to cutting-edge surgical techniques, cardiac catheterization labs, and multidisciplinary ICU care.

Eligibility & Requirements

• Final-year medical student enrolled in WHO World Directory listed medical school.
• Excellent academic standing.
• TOEFL iBT >= 100 or USMLE Step 1 passed.

How to Apply

Apply online via Cleveland Clinic Education Institute portal with transcripts, Dean's letter, and health clearance.

Benefits & Funding

• Elective rotation at world-leading heart & surgical center.
• Clinical evaluation letter from Cleveland Clinic attending physicians.
• Access to Cleveland Clinic Alumni network & educational lectures.
• On-campus subsidized student dining and housing assistance.

Recommended Skills

Surgical Observation EKG Interpretation Clinical Care
Important Application & Program Notes

Rotations available in over 30 subspecialties.

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