Student Observership

We also offer physician shadowing and observerships for students.

Shadowing a Physician: Our shadowing experience allows the student to observe a day in the clinic with a physician. This opportunity is great for an MS1 or MS2 student who is trying to gain insight into a specialty they would like to pursue.

• Currently enrolled UTSW medical student
• Non-UTSW medical student applying through VSAS

Observerships: High school students and undergraduates who are working on projects may find the observership more beneficial because it grants them more time in the clinic.

• Working on a school project related to the medical field
• Students participating in programs such as Health Science Tech High School or the Dallas Mayor’s program 

While both opportunities are offered year-round, the availability is dependent on the number of students that are enrolled in electives for the time period sought.

Learn about eligibility criteria. For more information about the Radiation Oncology Observership program and application process, please fill out this form.