The Hubert-Yeargan Center for Global Health provides two-month Clinical/Service Elective Rotations for current Duke Residents in the following programs:

• Medicine (PGY 2)
• Pediatrics (PGY 2)
• Med-Peds (PGY3)     
• Med-Psych (PGY 4)
• Neurology (PGY 3)
• Family Medicine (PGY 2)

Applications are accepted the fall prior to the academic year during which the rotations occur. Please Note: Due to COVID-19, eight week rotations for AY21-22 will be offered January 2022 or March 2022 ONLY.

These elective rotations provide a valuable and unique experience for our residents. Residents choose from a wide selection of global partner locations where they can provide clinical care to patients. Some locations only permit observation; however, many opportunities are available for residents to expand their teaching and lecturing skills. 

How to Apply

Interested residents must provide:

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

Email the required documents to hubert-yeargan@dm.duke.edu no later than Friday, October 2.

Placements are competitive and contingent upon the qualifications of the applicant and availability. We select residents for clinical/service rotations based on the following criteria:

• Academic preparation and strength;
• Evidence of maturity, responsibility, cultural sensitivity; 
• Significance of pursuing a global health opportunity to further career goals;
• Preference for those who have demonstrated a commitment to global health issues, specifically in the developing world.

Have questions or need more information? Email us.