Department of Medicine Short-Term Resident Rotations

The Hubert-Yeargan Center for Global Health provides two to three month Short-Term Global Health Rotations for Duke residents participating in either the Department of Internal Medicine or the joint programs of Internal Medicine/Pediatrics and Internal Medicine/Psychiatry. Of all HYC programs, the short-term resident rotations are the most common due, in part, to the wide selection of locations. Residents are expected to conduct research and/or provide clinical care to patients at the serving hospital. In limited locations, only visual observation is permitted, however, unique opportunities are available for residents to expand their teaching and lecturing skills.

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Preference will be given to individuals who have already demonstrated a commitment to global health issues, specifically within the developing world. Criteria for candidate selection include:

• Academic preparation and strength;

• Sense of maturity, responsibility, and cultural sensitivity; and

• Significance of pursuing a global health opportunity to further career goals.

Application Process

Residents from the Departments of Medicine, Med-Peds and Med-Psych may apply during the Fall of their JAR year. The rotations begin in either July or February of the candidate's SAR year.

In order to be considered for a short-term global health rotation, applicants must provide the following:

• A completed application form (distributed by the Department),

• A statement from your Program Director giving you permission to apply, and

• A copy of your CV.

Applications should be sent electronically to Cecelia Pezdek (919) 668-5976 at cecelia.pezdek@duke.edu. Placements are competitive and contingent upon the qualifications of the applicant and availability.