Observership

Observerships in Obstetrics and Gynecology are available to domestic medical students and international medical students.

Qualified participants will rotate through the various areas of the Ob/Gyn department including Labor and Delivery, UM clinics, and the Divisions of Gynecologic Oncology, Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, and Maternal Fetal Medicine.

You should make arrangements for the observership at least 90 days in advance.

When contacting the residency coordinator, make sure you can answer the following questions:

  • When are you planning to complete your observership?
  • How long will you be observing?
  • Which area(s) of Obstetrics and Gynecology are you interested in observing? Areas in our department include:
    1. General obstetrics and gynecology
    2. Maternal fetal medicine
    3. Reproductive endocrinology and infertility
    4. Gynecologic oncology

The following documentation is required to register for an observership:

U.S. Visiting Student

  • A letter of good standing from your dean’s office verifying your credentials
  • Letter confirming that you are covered for malpractice insurance by your own institution while working in Miami
  • Proof of personal medical insurance
  • Proof of vaccinations
  • Copy of your Curriculum Vitae
  • Tuition ($250 per month)

U.S. Student from a School Not Accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical  Education

This program is strictly tutorial and does not involve research, patient care or contact. Additionally, educational credits are not available through this program.

  • A letter of good standing from your dean's office verifying your credentials
  • Letter confirming that you are covered for malpractice insurance by your own instituition while working in Miami
  • Proof of personal medical insurance
  • Proof of vaccinations
  • Copy of your Curriculum Vitae
  • Certificate of graduation, medical license, ECFMG certificate (if applicable)
  • Tuition ($250 per month)

International Student Observer

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Certificate of Graduation
  • Current photo (2” x 4” )
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Copies of Medical Licenses (if applicable)
  • Copy of a valid passport
  • Visa or proof of U.S. residency
  • Proof of health Insurance
  • Tuition ($250)

For more information, or to submit an application, please contact Rebecca Cardenas, residency coordinator, at 305-585-5640 or by e-mail at rcardenas@med.miami.edu.