Observation & Shadowing
Our Observation Program provides a chance to observe healthcare professionals and see how things work in a hospital in many areas from clinical to non-clinical.
Shadow Physicians or Providers
United Regional is pleased to offer avid learners 18 years and older the opportunity to shadow our physicians during work rounds to enhance their learning and exposure to the practice of medicine. This is a hands-off shadowing experience. Learners will have the opportunity to observe physician’s interaction with patients (with the patient’s permission), engaging in thoughtful discussion of clinical cases, reviewing medical literature, enhancing clinical knowledge, and experiencing teamwork involved in care for our patients with opportunities of scholarly activities.
Other Shadowing Opportunities
For those who are interested in shadowing or observing at our facility, orientations are available:
2026
- Fall Break (Winter 1)
- Orientation: Monday, Nov. 9, 2026, at 3:30 p.m.
- Application deadline: Nov. 5, 2026
- Shadowing: Nov. 23–27, 2026
- Winter Break (Winter 2)
- Orientation: Monday, Dec. 7, 2026, at 3:30 p.m.
- Application deadline: Dec. 3, 2026
- Shadowing: Dec. 21, 2026–Jan. 1, 2027
2027
- Spring Break
- Orientation: Monday, February 22, 2027, at 3:30 p.m.
- Application deadline: February 15, 2027
- Shadowing: March 15–19, 2027
- Summer 1
- Orientation: Monday, May 24, 2027, at 9:30 a.m.
- Application deadline: May 17, 2027
- Summer 2
- Orientation: Monday, June 28, 2027, at 9:30 a.m.
- Application deadline: June 21, 2027
- Fall Break (Winter 1)
- Orientation: Monday, November 8, 2027, at 3:30 p.m.
- Application deadline: November 1, 2027
- Shadowing: November 22–27, 2027
- Winter Break (Winter 2)
- Orientation: Monday, December 6, 2027, at 3:30 p.m.
- Application deadline: November 29, 2027
- Shadowing: December 20–31, 2027
To be a part of our Observation Program, you must have a valid TB test that has had the results read within the last 90 days, a current flu shot during flu season (September-March). Please submit these documents with your information and we will contact you.
Additional training is required for those who are permitted to observe in the operating room.
*Our clinical departments do not offer observation or shadowing opportunities during the college semester, as we have many nursing students engaged in clinical rotations during that time. Observation and shadow requests will be accepted during the breaks (Christmas, Spring, Summer, etc.).
*This program is not related to clinical rounds or internships. Please direct any requests that you have for these services to the Clinical Education department at 940-764-7913.