Does this count a clinical experience?

I know this is an over asked question, but I haven't seen a post similar to my situation.

I am a volunteer at a therapeutic horseback riding center for handicapped people and veterans. I walk with the horse and the rider through their lesson. Does this count as clinical experience? Riders are there for the psychological and medical benefit of riding, it isn't just for fun.

Would it be better if I started volunteering at a hospital in a more standard clinical setting? Unfortunately, I would have to pick one over the other because my time is very limited. I just want to make the best choice my med school application. I would rather switch my volunteer path sooner than later!

Thanks!

 

Thanks for the response!

The woman who runs the facility and lessons is an MD. She has never outlined the therapeutic approach for each client to me--I always thought it was kind of beyond my role to ask about it. My role beyond walking with the horses is to talk with the rider to see how they are doing and make adjustments to make them more comfortable. I talk with them as we brush the horses and get them ready for the lesson, but we rarely talk about their medical conditions.

I do agree that it would probably be best to get more involved as a volunteer in a medical facility. I will continue for now until my volunteer application at a hospital or clinic is accepted.