Visiting Observerships are an informal educational experience where individuals may observe a sponsoring physician’s clinic and/or operating room activities. Visiting observers are prohibited from participating in clinical care, and the experience will not include any hands-on activities.
Observership Periods
- An individual who has not completed a medical residency program, and is not licensed to practice medicine as a physician is limited to an observership of 14 visits over a 30 day period.
- An individual who has completed a medical residency program and is licensed to practice medicine as a physician may observe for up to three months. This may be extended up to one year total (specific conditions apply).
Observership Requirements
- Observers must be 18 years or older.
- 3 months notice from the date you wish to start is required for a domestic observer and 6 months notice is required for international observer.
- Complete an interest form and be prepared to upload your CV/Resume and Letter of Interest.
- A Duke Eye Center Faculty member must agree to act as your mentor and collaborate in the development of any clinical/scientific research projects while you are at Duke.
- Complete the required forms. You will receive an email requesting the necessary documents needed.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee during the application process. Visa or MasterCard are the only accepted forms of payment.
- Obtain a visa if required. Duke University Visa Services will assist you with this process.
Non-Refundable Application Fee:
The following fees are based on domestic and international applicants and the length of the observation period.
Domestic
- Less Than 3 Months: $100
- 3 Months+: $300
International
- Less Than 3 Months: $300
- 3 Months+: $1,000
Please direct questions to DEC-RA@duke.edu