Clinical experience in the United States, while still in medical school

Complete a clinical rotation at Jackson Park Hospital in Chicago, learn from experienced physicians, and finish with a letter of recommendation for your international career.

Duration
4 to 20 weeks
per specialty
Location
Chicago, USA
Jackson Park Hospital
Who can apply
Medical students
with basic English
At the end
Recommendation letter
from your supervising physician

What the program offers you

An international experience that complements your medical education and sets you apart for the next steps of your career.

How it works

  1. 01

    Apply online

    Fill in the application form below with your details and interests.

  2. 02

    Talk to our team

    We review your application and contact you to understand your goals.

  3. 03

    Plan your rotation

    Choose your specialty and duration, from 4 to 20 weeks, and send the required documents.

  4. 04

    Complete your clerkship

    Join the daily routine of Jackson Park Hospital and receive a letter of recommendation from your supervising physician.

Required documents

To start your rotation at Jackson Park Hospital, you will need to provide the following documents. Our team will guide you through each one.

  • Valid photo ID (passport, driver's license, or state ID)
  • Resume
  • Letter of good standing from your medical school or affiliated medical education program
  • PPD (tuberculosis) test within the last 6 months
  • Physical exam from a primary care physician (within 6 months to one year)
  • Proof of immunization to hepatitis B
  • Proof of immunization to measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR)
  • Flu shot proof
  • Criminal background check
  • OSHA, HIPAA, and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers certificates
Jackson Park Hospital building in Chicago
Jackson Park Hospital, Chicago

Where your experience happens

The program takes place at Jackson Park Hospital, in Chicago, a working hospital where you can see how American medical teams care for patients every day.

“Internationalization is no longer a competitive advantage, but rather a fundamental prerequisite for excellence in contemporary medicine.”

Frequently asked questions

How long does the rotation last?

You can stay from 4 to 20 weeks in each specialty.

Who can apply?

Students currently enrolled in a medical school, with at least a basic level of English.

What do I receive at the end?

At the end of your clerkship, you receive a letter of recommendation from the physician who supervised you.

How much does the program cost?

Program fees are shared directly by our team after we contact you.

Which documents do I need?

You will need a valid photo ID, resume, letter of good standing, recent PPD test, physical exam, proof of immunization (hepatitis B, MMR, and flu), criminal background check, and OSHA, HIPAA, and BLS certificates. See the full list above.

Can LMC help me with housing?

Yes. There are housing options near the hospital, including apartments on the hospital campus. Ask our team for availability and details.

Start your application

Fill in the form below and our team will contact you by email.

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