Looking for MD/DO shadowing experience

[newtoPA]

I am currently located in New York. Please PM me.

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[FutureDrB]

Posting on here is not going to do you any good. You need to pick up the phone book or visit some physician offices in-person. Be prepared for a ton of rejections due to "time constraints" and HIPAA concerns.

 

[newtoPA]

@FutureDrB Got it

 

[adoctoralawyer]

Be prepared for a ton of rejections due to "time constraints" and HIPAA concerns.

Good point. Some offices refuse you due to HIPAA concerns. How do you get around that? Is it a legit issue, and if it is then how do other offices permit shadowing?

 

[FutureDrB]

Good point. Some offices refuse you due to HIPAA concerns. How do you get around that? Is it a legit issue, and if it is then how do other offices permit shadowing?

A think a lot of physicians just don't want to take on any additional liability that may arise from having a shadow. I'm certainly no legal expert, but I believe the main concern is patient confidentiality.

The doctor I've shadowed for a long time simply tells the patient why I'm there and asks them if they would mind me sitting in. Some do, but most don't.

It just boils down to finding a doctor who remembers being in your shoes and is willing to lend a hand.

 

[familyaerospace]

If you go through HIPAA training and have a badge that will open a lot of doors.