International physicians, researchers, or medical students interested in visiting the Department of Radiology at Penn Medicine and who meet the requirements to do so may submit a Visiting Observer Application to the clinical area of interest. All requests are considered on an individual basis.
A Penn Radiology enrichment/observation experience is defined, for purposes of this policy, as time spent at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) or in the Clinical Practices of the University of Pennsylvania (CPUP), observing patient care, gaining medical knowledge, conducting research, observing or consulting in connection with a research project.
Radiology Enrichment/Observation experiences may be granted on a case-by-case basis to undergraduate, foreign medical student or any individual who has completed formal graduate medical education or training. His/her purpose in spending time within the Department of Radiology is personal enrichment, not provision of service to the Department. Not applicable to CVI.
The exchange of visiting scholars promotes interchange, mutual enrichment, and linkages between research and educational institutions in US and foreign countries. Eligible participants in this program will enter the US with a J-1 visa, identified as “exchange visitors.” Or B-1 visa if they will be observing in a clinical area for a period not to exceed three months.
A number of our divisions accept visiting observers. Please review the list below and find the division that meets your interests. Then complete the Visiting Observership Application and email it to the division contact as specified below.
Abdominal Imaging Division
Email: Sharon.Bailey@uphs.upenn.edu
- Body Computed Tomography (CT)
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Radiology
- Gynecological/Urological (GU) Radiology
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- Ultrasound
Breast Imaging Division
Email: Lisa.Bell@uphs.upenn.edu
Cardiothoracic Division
- Cardiovascular Imaging Section
Email: Tracy.Jenkins@uphs.upenn.edu
(Only accepting long term visiting observers who are interested in doing research) - Thoracic Imaging Section
Email: Allison.O'Callaghan@uphs.upenn.edu
Musculoskeletal Radiology
Email: Denia.Budhan@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
(Intended for practicing radiologists or MSK Radiology physicians who are interested in gaining additional experience.)
The Murray Dalinka Research scholarship is for qualified physicians outside of the US. The main objective is to have their research presented at a national or international meeting, i.e. SSR, RSNA. The research scholar will spend one year in the U.S. at their own expense (self-funded). A travel stipend is provided to present your research at a national or international meeting upon your acceptance. Penn Medicine will process your J1 Visa application. Please note this process takes 6 – 9 months for completion. Please send me a copy of your CV for approval from our Division Chief, Dr. Levon Nazarian. If approved, a virtual interview will be scheduled.
Neuroradiology Division
Email: Carol.Scott@uphs.upenn.edu
Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Division
Email: Valerie.Kenner@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
(Intended for practicing radiologists or nuclear medicine physicians who are interested in gaining additional experience in nuclear medicine)
- Medical benefits of at least $50,000 per accident or illness
- Repatriation of remains in the amount of $7,500
- Expenses associated with the medical evacuation of the exchange visitor to his or her home country in the amount of $10,000
- A deductible not to exceed $500 per accident or illness
- Immunization records for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella (chicken pox)
- Proof of PPD test for Tuberculosis with negative results within 3 months
- Visitors between September and March must submit to an influenza vaccine upon arrival.
Extended Stay Apartments
- AKA University City (close to campus)
2929 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Phone: 215-372-9000 - Club Quarters in Philadelphia (use UPENN as the promo code)
1628 Chestnut Street (At 17th Street)
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: 215-282-5000
Fax: 215-282-5001 - The Franklin Residences
834 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Phone: 215-629-9900 - Homewood Suites by Hilton University City (on campus)
4109 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Phone: a href="tel:+1-215-382-1111">215-382-1111
Properties on campus
- The Axis
20 South 36th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Phone: 215-662-0802 - International House
3701 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Phone: 215-895-6540 (day), 1-215-387-5125 (evening)
Hotels on (or near) campus
- AKA University City (close to campus)
2929 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Phone: 215-372-9000 - The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel (on campus)
3600 Sansom Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Phone: 215-222-0200
Fax: 215-222-4600 - Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel (on campus)
3549 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Phone: 215-387-8000
Prior to arrival, you should make direct arrangements with the division you will be observing in and identify a first-time meeting location.