Clinical Attachment Program

Thank you for your interest in our program! This initiative not only enriches the medical community in Iraq but also fosters meaningful connections between the healthcare systems of the US and Iraq. We aim to build a robust network of young US-trained Iraqi professionals to support and revitalize the Iraqi medical system.

What is a clinical attachment?

Specialty: Outpatient Internal Medicine
Location: Atlanta GA at Dr. Liza Hasso - L & H Internal Medicine
Duration: One month (4-5 days per week) and can be extended, if requested by the candidate and there is availability.
Cost: Training is provided free of charge by our volunteer doctors. However, applicants are responsible for covering personal expenses such as travel, lodging, insurance, and any other associated costs.

A clinical attachment (observership) will help you prepare for working in the US health system. It allows you to gain an overview of medical processes and systems, by observing an attending licensed physician. This observership will enable you to observe patient histories, physical examinations, and consultations. Observers will also attend daily teaching conferences led by Dr. Hasso. During the attachment, you are not given any responsibility and are not able to make clinical decisions or give clinical advice. You will not be compensated or permitted to work and must sign a HIPAA confidentiality agreement. While 80% of your time will be dedicated to clinical training, the remaining 20% will provide a strong foundation in health policy, financial wellness, research methodology, and cross-cultural topics.

Upon successful completion of training, we can provide a letter of recommendation to strengthen your US residency application, subject to a performance review and if requested. Additionally, we will leverage our extensive network of Iraqi doctors in the US to assist you in securing residency interviews and provide mentorship throughout the match application season.

Program Statistics:

In 2023, four candidates successfully completed the program, two of whom applied for the U.S. residency match and achieved a 100% match rate.
In 2024, three candidates successfully completed the program, two of whom applied for the U.S. residency match and achieved a 100% match rate.

How to apply?

If you are an Iraqi medical doctor or student interested in our program, please submit an application using our online application portal. We use a variety of metrics to evaluate applicants, but favor applicants that show a strong command of English, completed at least Step 1 of the United States Medical Licensing Exam, and demonstrate leadership potential.

Current Application Round Dates: