Online Physician Shadowing Program

Join 1:1 live, online shadowing sessions with MDs who work at the nation’s top hospitals and medical centers. Earn 60 hours to include on your AMCAS application and a tailored recommendation letter from a top physician. 
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Pre-Med Students in Our Shadowing Program Have Been Accepted to Top Medical Schools

Meet A Few Of The Doctors You’ll Shadow

Dr. Havisha P.
Dr. Havisha P.
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Dr. Pedamallu attended Washington University in St. Louis before graduating from Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine MD/MPH program. She has conducted research at the National Institutes of Health and has published several first-author manuscripts in top-tier journals, including JAMA Internal Medicine. With over six years of mentorship expertise, Dr. Pedamallu is deeply committed to mentoring future physicians seeking top-tier shadowing opportunities.
Dr. Hesham H.
Dr. Hesham H.
HCA Healthcare
Dr. Hassan is the Internal Medicine Shadowing Program Director who earned an MD from Ross University School of Medicine. He holds two master’s degrees: an MPH from Chamberlain University and an MS in biology from the University of Texas at San Antonio. Dr. Hassan completed his internal medicine residency at HCA Healthcare, followed by fellowship training in hospice and palliative medicine at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where he later joined the faculty as an assistant professor.
Dr. Aanika W.
Dr. Aanika W.
National Institutes of Health
Dr. Warner graduated from Johns Hopkins with an MD and MPH in epidemiology and biostatistics before becoming a resident physician at the Johns Hopkins Osler Internal Medicine Training Program. She currently works as a doctor and NIH Hematology/Oncology fellow. With 10+ peer-reviewed publications and extensive pre-medical advising experience, she offers meticulous, structured guidance to students seeking clinical experience.

What Is the Physician Shadowing Program? 

This program is designed to help you earn verified shadowing hours with an experienced physician when it’s most convenient for you. Securing shadowing experience as a pre-med just got easier. 

Find the Right Physician to Shadow

We match you with a best-fit physician based on your goals, schedule, and preferences.

Flexible Session Scheduling

Schedule live shadowing sessions at times that work around your busy schedule.

60 Guaranteed Shadowing Hours

Complete 10 physician-led sessions (60 total hours) focused on patient interaction, clinical thinking, and professional communication.

Receive a Personalized Letter of Recommendation From a Doctor

Collaborate with your physician to receive a personalized letter of recommendation for your medical school application.

Receive a Signed Certificate of Completion

Receive a signed Certificate of Completion verifying that you have completed 60 physician shadowing hours to document in your AMCAS application.

How Our Virtual Shadowing Program Has Helped 1,000+ Students Get Into Top Med Schools

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Program Features

1:1 Sessions With a Physician Advisor
Pre-Readings
and Videos
Post-Session
Homework
Dedicated Student Success Manager
Chat With Your Dedicated Physician 24/7
Guided Learning With Q&A Periods
Flexible Scheduling for Busy Pre-Meds

 Program Curriculum & The Subspecialities You’ll Gain Clinical Exposure To

This program comprises 10 online sessions designed to help you learn more about internal medicine and its subspecialties.
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Session 1:

Begin the program with a foundational introduction to internal medicine, focusing on how internists think, what they treat, and why building strong, empathetic connections with patients is essential to providing excellent care across every specialty area.

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Dive into hematology and discover how internists recognize, evaluate, and interpret common blood disorders, using diagnostic reasoning to connect symptoms, lab results, and patient history to arrive at an accurate differential diagnosis.

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Explore the field of cardiology and learn how internal medicine physicians assess cardiovascular symptoms, interpret key clinical findings, and develop a thoughtful approach to diagnosing and managing common heart and vascular conditions.

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Learn about pulmonology and see how internists evaluate lung and breathing concerns, from shortness of breath to chronic respiratory issues, while building a step-by-step plan that connects physical exam findings, imaging, and pulmonary testing.

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Take a closer look at gastroenterology within internal medicine and learn how physicians manage both acute presentations and chronic gastrointestinal conditions, including how they identify red flags, choose appropriate testing, and build practical treatment plans.

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Explore the field of nephrology and learn how internal medicine physicians approach diagnosing and managing common kidney diseases, with an emphasis on interpreting renal labs, understanding fluid and electrolyte balance, and guiding long-term patient care.

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Learn about endocrinology in internal medicine and how internists diagnose and treat patients with chronic endocrine conditions, including how they monitor disease progression, adjust treatment over time, and support patients with sustainable lifestyle-based strategies.

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Dive into rheumatology’s role in internal medicine and learn how physicians evaluate complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, using clinical reasoning to connect systemic symptoms to underlying immune dysfunction and develop long-term management approaches.

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Session 9:

Explore how geriatricians approach neurological concerns in older adults, including how they use diagnostic reasoning to differentiate common presentations and how they support patients and families while managing neurodegenerative diseases over time.

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Session 10:

Participate in a live Q&A session with your physician, where you can ask questions about internal medicine, reflect on what you learned, and discuss your tailored recommendation letter for medical school, including strengths to highlight and next steps to stay competitive.

Why Live Pre-Med Shadowing Is Better Than Pre-Recorded Presentations & In-Person Experiences

Choose Your Plan:
Inspira Advantage Live MD Shadowing
Pre-Recorded Shadowing Presentations
In-Person Shadowing
Get 60 guaranteed shadowing hours with an MD
Receive tailored pre-readings and homework to reinforce clinical knowledge
One-on-one sessions with a physician where you can ask questions anytime
Guaranteed recommendation letter from a physician who knows you
Add verified shadowing hours to your AMCAS application
Explore the internal medicine specialty, including subspecialties
Actively participate in learning and session activities with a physician
Schedule live sessions when it's most convenient for you

Hear What Inspira Advantage Students Have to Say About Our Online Shadowing Program

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