FAQs
Clinika is a medical education company that connects international medical students and graduates with physicians, clinics, and hospitals in the United States for supervised clinical rotations and educational experiences.
Our programs are open to:
- International medical students
- International medical graduates (IMGs)
- Students seeking U.S. clinical experience (USCE)
Eligibility may vary depending on the clinical site and specialty.
Rotation availability varies depending on physician and clinic schedules. Common specialties include:
- Family Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- General Surgery
- Emergency Medicine
- Pediatrics
- Psychiatry
- Cardiology
- Neurology
- Infectious Disease
- Critical Care / ICU
- And Many Others
Students can browse available rotations directly on the Clinika website.
Clinika coordinates rotations in clinics and hospitals across multiple U.S. cities. Students can browse available rotations directly on the Clinika website.
Most rotations are 4 weeks (one month). Students may schedule additional rotations depending on availability.
Yes. Many students complete multiple rotations in different specialties to gain broader clinical exposure.
Application & Onboarding:
The process generally includes:
- Create an account on the Clinika portal
- Browse available rotations on the website
- Submit an application
- Upload required documents
- Complete onboarding requirements
- Confirm rotation dates
Students typically upload the following through the Clinika portal:
- Passport copy
- Medical school verification or diploma
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Immunization records
- HIPAA certification
- Background check (if required)
- Any additional site-specific documentation
Students are encouraged to apply 2–3 months before their desired start date to ensure availability.
Yes. Clinika can provide official letters confirming scheduled rotations if required for visa or travel documentation.
Clinika does not issue visas, and visa decisions are made solely by the relevant embassy or consulate.
Some clinical sites require malpractice insurance coverage. Clinika can assist students in obtaining coverage through third-party providers if needed at a low cost.
Yes – all of our letters of recommendation are on hospital letter head.
Types of U.S. Clinical Experience:
U.S. Clinical Experience refers to medical training or exposure obtained in the United States. Examples include:
- Clinical rotations
- Externships
- Observerships
- Sub-internships
USCE helps students understand U.S. healthcare systems and practices
| Feature | Clinical Rotation | Externship | Observership |
| Typical participants | Medical students in clinical years | IMGs or senior students | Medical students or graduates |
| Level of involvement | Active supervised clinical training | Limited supervised participation | Observation only |
| Patient interaction | Usually allowed under supervision | May be allowed depending on site | Typically not allowed |
| Purpose | Part of formal medical education | Gain U.S. clinical experience | Learn about U.S. healthcare system |
| Setting | Clinics or hospitals | Clinics or hospitals | Clinics or hospitals |
| Outcome | Clinical experience, evaluation | U.S. clinical exposure | Educational observation |
An externship allows limited participation in clinical activities under physician supervision.
An observership is primarily shadowing, with no direct patient care.
An internship typically refers to the first year of residency training after graduating from medical school. It is a formal postgraduate training position.
Residency Application FAQ:
Yes. Rotations provide:
- Exposure to the U.S. healthcare system
- Experience with U.S. physicians
- Clinical evaluations
- Letters of recommendation
They do not guarantee residency placement.
Rotations may help applicants gain clinical experience and networking opportunities, but interviews depend on exam scores, application strength, and program requirements.
Some programs prefer applicants with U.S. clinical experience, but requirements vary by specialty.
Clinika provides clinical experience opportunities but does not guarantee residency placement or match results.
IMGs apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and participate in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP).
Many students complete 2–4 rotations to gain sufficient U.S. clinical exposure and obtain letters of recommendation.
Payments & Fees:
Payments can be made via:
- Credit/debit card
- Bank wire transfer
Instructions are provided after rotation confirmation.
Yes. Payments are secure through the Clinika portal.
Yes. Wire transfer instructions are provided after rotation confirmation. Students are responsible for any bank fees.
Payment is required after rotation confirmation and before the start date.
Payments are processed in U.S. dollars (USD). Students using other currencies are responsible for conversion fees.
Yes. Payment confirmation is sent via email.
Payments are non-refundable except under circumstances outlined in the Clinika cancellation policy.
Additional fees may include:
- Malpractice insurance
- Background checks
- Immunization documentation
- Housing or transportation
The fees for the above services are not paid to Clinika. They are paid to their respective third parties.
Yes, Clinika issues visa letters used during visa interviews at the U.S embassy.
Yes. Rotation confirmation and payment are generally required.
Contact Clinika via WhatsApp (preferred), website contact form, or official email.
Credit toward a future rotation may be available, depending on the situation. Clinika is not responsible for visa denial.
Cancellations are subject to Clinika’s cancellation policy.
Clinika resolves payment disputes directly with the student. Unauthorized chargebacks may result in suspension or legal action.
Yes, most rotations are hands-on.
Start dates depend on:
- Rotation availability
- Onboarding completion
- Physician scheduling
Early application helps secure preferred dates. Certain rotations need 1 week notice before start date, others need at least 1 to 2 months before start date.
Yes. Many students complete rotations in several specialties to gain broader clinical exposure.
- We offer you ONLY Premium high-quality rotations
- We Support you with a Hospital LOR
- Fees are reasonable for the quality of rotations you are getting
- Most rotations we offer are Inpatient
- You will get Strong LOR
- Many of the rotations we offer are done at ACGME hospitals
For all these reasons and more, you will increase your chances to match into your desired residency programs.