Clinical Shadowing

Learning From Experience Professionals

CMMP recognizes the importance of providing students with meaningful opportunities to gain firsthand exposure to healthcare professionals and clinical environments. Shadowing experiences can play an important role in helping students explore career interests, better understand the practice of medicine, and prepare for the next steps in their educational journey.Because access to these opportunities can be limited, CMMP has developed clinical shadowing experiences in partnership with physicians and other healthcare professionals who are committed to mentoring and supporting future healthcare leaders.

CMMP currently offers:

  • Clinical Shadowing Programs in the Washington, DC and New Orleans, Louisiana areas
  • Dermatology Shadowing opportunities in New Orleans, Louisiana; Washington, DC; and Columbia, Maryland

Students interested in participating in a CMMP shadowing experience may review the available opportunities below for program-specific eligibility requirements, application details, and deadlines.

If you are interested in applying for a Clinical Shadowing Experience in either the Washington, D.C. or New Orleans, Louisiana area, please click the button below.

If you are interested in applying for the CMMP Dermatology Shadowing Program in New Orleans, Louisiana; Washington, D.C.; or Columbia, Maryland, please click the button below.

Clinical Shadowing Experience
Dermatology Shadowing Program

You may also contact general-inbox@cmmpmed.org for additional information and requirements.

Testimonials

  • A’lexus Lofton
    My shadowing experience with Dr. Whitfield was very enjoyable and educational. While shadowing with Dr. Whitfield, I learned how to properly listen to a patient’s heart and lungs, distinguish the difference between type I and type II diabetes, and the normal procedure/steps performed leading up to seeing a patient as well as making a diagnosis.
    A’lexus Lofton
    Xavier University of Louisiana
  • Delilah Davis
    I appreciate CMMP for providing me with clinical shadowing experience. With the help of this program,I was able to connect the materials I learned in the classroom to real life experiences. Being able to see and feel what it is like to be a doctor firsthand, made me realize that I am called to practice medicine.
    Delilah Davis
    Dillard University
  • Mykenzie Jamison
    CMMP has provided me with a number of learning experiences. I was most impressed with observing how the doctors took the time to strengthen the doctor patient relationship and this experience confirmed my decision to become a doctor and affirmed that my passion is genuine.
    Mykenzie Jamison
    Xavier University of Louisiana
  • Ivysara Tesfai
    Dr. Payne allowed me the opportunity to shadow her in clinic. Seeing her use a punch biopsy tool in a facial cyst removal and Hyfrecator during an angiolipoma removal was amazing. She was also very patient and thorough with answering any questions or comments I had.
    Ivysara Tesfai
    Howard University