Program Description

The Hawaii Preceptorship Program offers an intensive 3-month clinical observational experience for participants ("preceptees") in primary care settings across Hawaii, primarily on Oahu, with potential shadowing rotations on the neighbor islands of Hawaii and Kauai. Opportunities to observe in Endocrinology and Pediatrics are also available, providing a well-rounded educational exposure.

Preceptees will engage in structured clinical shadowing and observation under the supervision of board-certified physicians, including some faculty members from the University of Hawaii. Throughout the program, preceptees will enhance their clinical knowledge, with a focus on understanding physical examination techniques and medical decision-making in a U.S. healthcare context.

Participants will not engage in independent patient care, medical treatment, or any form of employment.

In addition to clinical shadowing, preceptees will attend didactic lectures delivered by their preceptors and fellow participants, held multiple times a week. These sessions are designed to keep participants up to date with current medical knowledge and practices.

Based on performance, preceptees may become eligible for letters of recommendation (LORs) reflecting their clinical knowledge and professionalism, though this is not guaranteed.

Furthermore, the program provides educational guidance on navigating the NRMP match process, crafting effective CVs and personal statements, and practicing for residency interviews.

The ultimate goal is to increase the likelihood of preceptees successfully matching into a U.S. residency program.