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Osteopathic Physician Shadowing Opportunities for Pre-Med Students
There are few better ways to understand Osteopathic Medicine than to shadow a practicing D.O. WAOPS continually looks to connect interested college students with Osteopathic Physicians who are willing to have students shadow with them. This is a fantastic opportunity for students to gain exposure to the field of osteopathic medicine that may be different and/or broader than experiences available through the medical school curriculum. Please e-mail us if you are looking to shadow or are interested in accepting students.

*The student is expected to initiate communication and coordination of meetings with their shadowing partner. Students must also agree to provide feedback about their experience to the WAOPS office.

Student Resources

• Osteopathic Medical Schools
• Medical School Timeline
• How to Apply to Osteopathic Medical School
• Preparing for Medical School
• Pre-SOMA (Student Osteopathic Medical Association)
• U.S. Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine
• The D.O. Difference
• Why Choose D.O.?