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About Rotations

Overview

DOCARE International provides immersive clinical rotations for medical students and residents at established partner clinics in Mexico and Peru. These experiences offer a hands-on departure from traditional U.S.-based training, challenging participants to adapt to low-resource settings.

The Clinical Experience

Participants serve medically underserved communities, encountering conditions rarely seen in domestic rotations. With limited access to advanced diagnostics, you will be encouraged to sharpen your:

  • Clinical Reasoning: Relying on history-taking and logic.
  • Physical Examination: Mastering the "tools at hand."
  • Adaptability: Delivering high-quality care in rural environments.

Cultural & Systems Immersion

Beyond the clinic, you will gain a deep understanding of social determinants of health and global healthcare systems. By working alongside local professionals in long-term, year-round partnerships, you contribute to a model of sustainable care that DOCARE has championed for over 50 years.

Educational Goals & Competencies

Our rotations are designed to align with core medical education milestones.

Goals & Core Competencies

  • Medical Knowledge: Apply a fundamental family medicine knowledge base to diverse clinical scenarios.
  • Patient Care: Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions with an emphasis on basic procedures.
  • Practice-Based Learning: Use clinical problem-solving and evidence-based medicine in resource-limited settings.
  • Systems-Based Practice: Understand healthcare barriers and the physician’s role as a coordinator of care.
  • Professionalism: Develop ethical, sensitive approaches to diverse and vulnerable populations.
  • Communication Skills: Practice respectful, effective communication with patients, families, and local staff.
  • Osteopathic Philosophy: Use a holistic approach (psychosocial, biomedical, and biomechanical), including OMT where appropriate.

Apply for a Rotation

Ready to start your journey? Follow the steps below to secure your spot. Please review the location-specific details and fee structure before submitting your application.

Financial Overview

The total DOCARE Rotation Fee is $1,000. This is broken down into two parts:

  • Step 1: Application Fee ($50)
    • Due at the time of submission.
    • Note: This fee is non-refundable.

 

  • Step 2: Acceptance Fee ($950)
    • Due upon your acceptance into the program.
    • The initial $50 application fee is applied toward your total $1,000 balance.

 

Important Note: These fees cover administrative and program costs. Travel, lodging, and site-specific costs are separate and vary by location.

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