Frequently Asked Questions:
Who can apply for our programs?
Pre-med, medical students, and nurses at all levels are encouraged to apply for a scholarship.
How much does a hands-on shadow program cost?
Our 2-week program starts at $2,200. Prices depend on the length of your program and which city hospital you decide to choose.
What is the requirement for candidates?
All you need is to be a medical student, pre-med student, or nursing school with a valid student ID, have the desire to travel and a passion for trying something new.
What cities/hospitals can I attend in China?
Our parent company, Weiyang has deep connections with many hospitals throughout China. We can help guide you in choosing the hospital for your area of study. The areas that top the list for students are Beijing, Shanghai, Tianjin, Zhejiang, Shandong, Henan, Jilin and Hebei provinces. The hospitals in Beijing and Shanghai often have long waiting lists due to the popular location along with standards that match that of the Mayo Clinic or Johns Hopkins.
Are the flights expensive?
Booking flights in advanced give you a better opportunity to get a cheaper flight and we will assist you in finding the best price.
Is China a safe place to stay?
Like all countries, China has some crimes. Overall, China is a very safe country, because they have very strict laws on all crimes, and private ownership of guns are outlawed in China.
What is a typical schedule during the program?
Most of the programs follow a typical Monday-Friday, 8 am - 5 pm schedule. Some students do night rounds as well. During their time off, students explore the city and the weekends allow time for some travel. We will also assist you in recommending tours and sites to see while you are in the city doing your program.
What areas of medicine can I study in China during the program？
Virtually all the hospitals we work with offer treatment in every medical category. We have placed medical students in Pediatrics, Urology, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Cardiovascular surgery, Thoracic surgery, Gastroenterology, Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery (HPB), Department of Radiology, Laboratory, Organ Transplantation, Gynecology and more. We have placed pre-medical students in the Laparoscopic Center of Qilu Hospital of Shandong University. If you do not see your area of study just reach out to us and ask. We will be able to find a fit for you at a Chinese hospital.
What will I receive after completing the program?
After you complete the program, you will receive a letter of recommendation from the doctor you worked with, along with a certificate from the hospital that you participated at their location. Not only that, you will be adding to your education in ways that will set you apart from your peers for future opportunities.
Will I receive course credit for this program?
We are constantly working with universities so students can get course credit for your participation in this program. If your university does not currently offer credit for this program, you can consult your program advisor and professors in order to discuss credit options.
Is Financial aid available?
We currently offer a $500 scholarship that you can apply towards the hands-on shadow program.
Additionally, if you are interested in more financial aid, we offer students the chance to recruit 3 other students to become paying program participants in a 4-week program and in turn, we will send you to China for the 2-week program for free. We can extend your trip if you recruit more students or the students you recruit go for longer program lengths.
For example, if you recruit 6 students you would be able to go for 4 weeks, or the students you recruit go for a longer period of time, it would extend your free program. Please note, that the free program includes only what is normally included in our program and does not include international airfare and Chinese visa.
Who can I talk to if I have any further questions?
If you have any more questions, do not hesitate to reach out to anyone on the team.
Sales Director - Bill Chaffee (billchaffee@discmedicalinc.com)
Sales- Frank Li - (frankli@discmedicalinc.com)