The Hubert-Yeargan Center for Global Health provides two-month Clinical Elective Rotations for Duke Residents in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Neurology and the combined programs of Internal Medicine/Pediatrics and Internal Medicine/Psychiatry.

These elective rotations provide a valuable and unique experience for our residents. In addition to choosing from a wide selection of available locations, residents will provide clinical care to patients abroad. In limited locations, only visual observation is permitted, however, many opportunities are available for residents to expand their teaching and lecturing skills.

Click here to explore the worldwide locations available for Global Health Elective Rotations. Learn more about the experience of past residents by visiting our Field Stories page.

Application Process

Applications for 2021-2022 academic year for DUKE RESIDENTS will open in early fall. 

Criteria for candidate selection include:

• Academic preparation and strength;
• Evidence of maturity, responsibility,  cultural sensitivity; and
• Significance of pursuing a global health opportunity to further career goals.

Preference will be given to individuals who have already demonstrated a commitment to global health issues, specifically within the developing world.

Duke Residents from the Departments of Family Medicine (PGY 2), Medicine (PGY 2), Pediatrics (PGY 2), Neurology (PGY 3), Med-Peds (PGY 3), and Med-Psych (PGY 4) may apply for rotations that will begin during the next academic year, typically in July, January or March.

In order to be considered for a Global Health Elective Rotation, applicants must provide the following:

• A completed application,
• A statement from your Program Director giving you permission to apply, and
• A copy of your CV.

Placements are competitive and contingent upon the qualifications of the applicant and availability.  Contact hubert-yeargan@dm.duke.edu for application.