Short-Term Clinical Observation Program
Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, affiliated with Zhejiang University School of Medicine (hereinafter referred to as "SRRSH"), is one of China's top-tier comprehensive tertiary Class A hospitals, renowned both domestically and internationally for its minimally invasive surgery, smart healthcare, internationalized management, and high-quality medical care services. To promote international medical exchange and share China's advanced medical technologies and management experience, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital has established an Short-Term Clinical Observation Program. This program invites qualified physicians from around the world to participate in short-term or long-term clinical observation and skills training. It aims to build an international continuing education hub that is "based in Zhejiang, serving the Asia-Pacific, and benchmarking against Europe and America," providing a platform for evidence-based, safe, and certifiable short/medium and long term clinical practice training for mid-to-senior level specialists globally.
Training Categories and Definitions
To ensure standardized and safe training, this program clearly defines different categories of training activities:
| Training Category |
Duration | Definition of Clinical Privileges | Core Content | Target Participants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
ClinicalObser |
Short-term: 1 week – 3 months |
Hands-Off • Observe clinical diagnosis, treatment, surgeries, and ward rounds under the guidance of supervising physicians. • May not perform any patient-related procedures or handle patient bodily fluids, specimens, etc. |
Focuses on understanding clinical workflows, hospital management, specialty characteristics, and technological advancements. |
Physicians aiming to gain a macro understanding of the Chinese healthcare system, specific discipline development, or new technologies. |
Application Requirements
- Hold a valid medical degree (MD or equivalent) recognized in your country/region.
- Hold a valid medical practice license issued by your country/region. (Requirements may be relaxed for applicants focusing on hospital management training.)
- Proficient in English communication (proficiency in Chinese is preferred).
- In good physical and mental health, capable of undertaking clinical duties.
Professional Qualifications
- For Clinical Observation: Submit a detailed CV and a proposed observation/training plan.
Application Procedure
- Application Submission: Submit all required documents via email to the Center for International Collaboration, Office of Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Affairs (CIC) of SRRSH at wangmy@srrsh.com.
- Document Review & Interview: The hospital's expert panel reviews all applications. Online interviews will be arranged for Clinical Skills Training applicants.
- Admission Notice: Successful candidates will receive a formal "Admission Confirmation Letter" issued by the Hospital's Medical Affairs Department.
- Travel & Practice Documentation: The hospital will provide an invitation letter. Participants apply for a Chinese visa in their home country. The hospital will assist in obtaining the "Temporary License for Foreign Medical Practitioners to Practice in China."
- Agreement & Payment: The participant/sponsoring institution signs the "Training Guidelines and Agreement" with the hospital and pays the full fee.
- Registration & Enrollment: Report to the hospital's CIC and the Medical Affairs Department on the specified date to complete registration and orientation.
Program Fees
- Payment:Please be advised that the program are fee-based. The full fee must be paid upon arrival, before the training commencement.
- Payment Methods:Bank transfer or cash (RMB).
- Accommodation:The hospital provides location options at participant's expense.
- Refund Policy:Fees are non-refundable except in cases of force majeure.
Completion and Certification
Upon full completion of the training program, participants will be awarded the "Certificate of Completion for the Short-Term Clinical Observation Program " issued by Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, affiliated with Zhejiang University School of Medicine.
