New International Electives
Student Information
Who is eligible and what are the requirements for International Clinical Electives?
- All year 4 to 6 full time students in good standing in the School of Medicine
- Students must not be on any probationary status at the beginning of the electives
- Compatible curriculum plan
- Students must have Docent and ETC approval
Can I receive “Medicine Credit” to fulfill requirements for graduation?
Yes. Students must complete the application process as outlined in the guidelines below.
- Complete the appropriate elective forms, as required by the Council on Curriculum
- Provide a written statement with a definable goal. This goal should lead to a critical analysis with potential for making a contribution to personal and professional career development, clinical knowledge and appreciation for culture and practices that exist in the country visited Must be at least one month in duration
- Must receive the approval of the Curriculum Council BEFORE student leaves for such experience
- Must register with their ETC for International Clinical Electives course through UMKC SOM
- Must complete International Medicine Personal Information Form (IMPI) and meet with Dr. Ravi Kallur or Ms. Karen Brown before you plan to go abroad
- Must schedule this meeting immediately upon approval of your request by your ETC for international elective
- Must request your instructor complete a clinical performance evaluation form and send the same to Evaluation Council after the trip
- Upon returning from abroad, student must be willing to share their experience with others who are interested
- Provide a written statement to International Medicine Program office with suggestions and ideas to improve the experience for future participants
- Required to present at an appropriate venue (to be decided at a later date) in the School of Medicine (like Research Day/International Medicine Presentation Day / Morning Report etc.)
- Must inform the International Medicine Program office immediately upon return from abroad (internationalmed@umkc.edu)
Can I participate in an International Clinical Experience while on vacation?
Yes, however students participating in an International Clinical Experience while on vacation are encouraged to use the resources available with the International Medicine Program.
- Medicine credit cannot be received because you’re on vacation
- Supplemental medical malpractice insurance (if such insurance is required in the host country) must be obtained by student. If the student is not enrolled for an International Clinical Elective, the student is not covered under the University of Missouri Medical Malpractice Insurance
Other Guidelines for International Activities:
Completion of the following steps is the responsibility of the individual student and not the UMKC School of Medicine. The Program in International Medicine Office will facilitate the activities listed below.
- Possess a current passport valid for at least six months beyond the anticipated travel date(s).
- Must meet with the Study Abroad Coordinator at Center for International Academic Programs (IAP), 5325 Rockhill Road (Tel 816 235 5790) to assure that the University of Missouri study abroad requirements are met by the student.
- Must attend pre-departure orientation conducted by either the IAP or by SOM
- Obtain travel advice and immunizations required as appropriate for the country to which travel is planned
- Must provide medical/accident insurance documentation which includes provision for medical evacuation and repatriation (www.hthstudents.com)
- Designate persons both in the foreign country and in the United States who may be contacted in the event of an emergency
- Review State Department Travel Advisory by visiting their website at http://travel.state.gov
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