Department of Plastic Surgery Physician Observership

Programme overview

What the official source supports

A written departmental observership policy (created November 2025) for physician observers at UPMC plastic surgery sites; a separate version covers Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. It sets out observer conduct, paperwork and visa considerations rather than a subspecialty curriculum.

Training structure

Published areas of exposure

• Supervised observation of clinics and procedures
• Attending-physician supervision throughout
• Children's Hospital observers follow a separate policy with extra clearances and a fee

Eligibility

Who should verify their fit

Physician observers who are graduates of US or international medical schools and aged 18 or over; a letter of invitation from the chair or a faculty member is required.

Application

Published application route

Send the listed documents to the department's HR contact 60 days before the visit; acceptance depends on department policy and rotation capacity.

Published application documents

• CV
• Photo ID (passport for foreign visitors)
• UPMC Visitor Confidentiality Agreement
• Proof of influenza vaccine
• Invitation letter from chair or faculty member

This checklist summarises the linked official source. Confirm any updated forms and requirements before submission.

Application contact details are not recorded. Use the official source to locate the responsible office.