Pediatric Surgery Rotating Observation in Columbus for Excellent Student Scholars (PROCESS)
PROCESS is an international student program carried out in cooperation with Surgical Academic Faculty in Poland (including the former Minister of Health). The program selects students to grant a 1 month observership at NCH from competing student-applicants from 12 medical universities in Poland. Applicants are ranked based on their academic performance, research, involvement in humanitarian programs, and other achievements.
This international student rotation is valued for its goal of introducing the philosophy of high quality patient and family-centered care, superb organization of medical training, education and research, and state-of-the-art approach to medical problems in the milieu of a very advanced and resourceful institution (Nationwide Children's). Recipients get exposed to surgical operations, dressings and other procedures, clinics and training on a DaVinci robot, as well as participation in meetings and academic conferences. They also have the opportunity to be involved in clinical research.
Additional International Opportunities
Additional opportunities exist for international collaborations through Nationwide Children's programs.
- The International Scholars Program (ISP) provides opportunities for faculty, staff and trainees from all over the world but places an emphasis on developing countries.
- One program within ISP, the Stecker Scholar Program brings outstanding academic pediatric surgeons to Nationwide Children's for a 3 month funded observational experience.