International Physician Observership in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

A structured international physician observership with Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery available at Toho University Medical Center Omori Hospital.

Programme details

Pathway

Observership

Subspecialty

Comprehensive Plastic Surgery

Duration

2–12 weeks

Positions

Department availability varies

Start date

2027-04-01

Training format

Observation only; international participants may not perform medical treatment under Japanese law.

Eligibility

Licensed physicians practising outside Japan or full-time residents/fellows at a foreign institution; proof of English or Japanese proficiency and supporting documents are required.

International eligibility

Explicitly open to international physicians, subject to document review, visa, insurance and departmental availability.

Funding / salary

Participant-funded: ¥15,000 application fee and ¥25,000 per week programme fee; accommodation is additional

Published deadline

31 Oct 2026

Recognition

Official Toho University International Physician Observership Program

Malpractice coverage

Medical malpractice insurance is not required because no treatment is permitted; specified travel medical and liability insurance is required

Certificate issuer

Toho University

Last verified

28 Aug 2026

Source traceability

Availability is not inferred from the existence of a webpage. Confirm the active intake, registration, visa, funding and required documents directly with the programme.