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Issues of health and safety may not be foremost on your mind as you are engaged in the excitement and anticipation of your upcoming study abroad program.  While you are ultimately responsible for your own health and safety, this webpage provides “food for thought” about some health and safety issues that you may encounter. 

Falling sick in a foreign country, away from home and in a place where you may not be fluent in the language, will be a challenging and stressful experience.  Likewise, as a visitor in a foreign culture, enchanted with the positive aspects of the new environment, you may be tempted to “let down your guard” and forget about safety precautions and laws and regulations that you would normally be very mindful of in the United States. 

Remember to use common sense, and educate yourself about the laws and customs of the country you will be living in; you will be held accountable for them if you break them and United States laws do not cover American citizens who violate foreign laws.

Check health advisories regarding immunization requirements and recommendations for your host country with a doctor, the Public Health Department, at the   State Department’s website , or the   Center for Disease Control .

Before you go abroad you should register at the U.S. State Department website if you are a U.S. citizen or at the consulate or embassy website of the country of your citizenship. 

While abroad, you should register at the embassy or consulate of the country of your citizenship located closest to your study abroad location.  Also, in case of an emergency while abroad, you should contact the embassy or consulate of the country of your citizenship as well as your UM study abroad advisor.

Health Considerations Before You Go • Routine check-ups - Have a medical and dental exam before you go abroad and verify that your vaccinations are up to date for tetanus, measles, meningitis, mumps, rubella, polio and diphtheria.  Other vaccinations may be required for travel to certain parts of the world.  Check the   Center for Disease Control   for information.   • Drugstore supplies – Purchasing medicine at a foreign drugstore can be daunting.  You may find that approaches to sickness and medicine outside the U.S. are as culturally foreign to you as the food.  Purchase anything you may need abroad before you go – antacids, allergy medicine, decongestants, cold medicine, antiseptics, aspirin or Tylenol, etc.   • Prescription medicine – If possible, bring an adequate supply of the prescription medication you will require.  Be sure all medication is in its original labeled container.  You should also bring a written prescription with the generic names of your medications. • Contact lenses and glasses – You may also want to bring your prescription for glasses and contact lenses.  Contact-lens-wearers will want to bring enough pairs to last them while abroad.  Also bring your preferred brand of saline solution.

Health Insurance You are required to have adequate health insurance that will cover you while abroad.

Students are responsible for acquiring their own health and accident insurance while studying abroad, including coverage for medical evacuation and repatriation of remains. All insurance policies contain limits of coverage. The University of Miami preferred study abroad international health insurance provider is Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). Before self-enrolling in any international health insurance (including CISI), students should confirm with their study abroad advisor if international health insurance is included in their specific study abroad program fee. Students should carefully review the CISI coverage brochure  prior to purchase. 

Students can purchase and pay for their own international health insurance by accessing this link: 

https://www.mycisi.com/CISIPortalWeb/pub/SelfEnrollment.aspx?sponsor=UMIAMI  (If you are unable to click on it, please copy and paste the link into your browser bar)

Students studying abroad in Spain, must use the following link to purchase their own international health insurance:  https://www.mycisi.com/CISIPortalWeb/pub/SelfEnrollment.aspx?sponsor=UMIAMI-SPAIN  (If you are unable to click on it, please copy and paste the link into your browser bar)

These links will allow students to purchase the CISI international customized group insurance plan designed specifically for University of Miami. Students can expect the CISI international health insurance rate to be less than $2.00 per day.

When completing the CISI international health insurance self-enrollment, when prompted, please include the following information: 

• Program Name-Name of your UM Study Abroad Program 
• Participant ID-UM Empl ID

Once successfully enrolled students will receive an email from CISI Enrollments ( [email protected] ) with the subject line ‘ CISI Materials ’ , containing your:

• Participant ID Card
• Consulate Letter
• Information on how-to create a myCISI log in
• Link to download the CISI Traveler App
• Along with other helpful insurance information

For questions regading the CISI international health insurance:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 1-203-399-5130 or 1-800-303-8120

For CISI enrollments, coverage date adjustments or cancellations:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 1-203-399-5509

Students are also encouraged to check with their U.S. insurance company to verify if their U.S. health insurance plan will provide coverage while residing abroad. 

Maintaining U.S. Coverge

Students are strongly encouraged to retain their U.S. health insurance, even while overseas. This will cover you both before you leave and after you return from your program. Should you have an accident or illness overseas that requires long-term care, and you return to the U.S. for the duration of recovery or for ongoing treatment, maintaining your U.S. insurance policy ensures you will have coverage for these expenses.

Pre-existing Conditions • If you have any ongoing medical problems, or are on any long-term medications, be sure you see your physician before leaving to discuss the impact of overseas travel and living.

HIV and AIDS • Rates of HIV/AIDS infection in some areas of the world are on the rise, namely parts of China, Southeast Asia, the former Soviet Union, Eastern Europe and sub-Saharan Africa. HIV still remains a serious risk worldwide.   • Both male and female travelers should protect themselves when engaging in sexual activity.  Latex condoms (used with a water-based lubricant) will provide the most effective type of protection.  The same precautions can be taken to protect against hepatitis and other sexually transmitted diseases.   • Hygiene practices in developing nations often fall short of the standard you are accustomed to at home in the U.S.  If you find yourself in a developing region and need medical attention, be careful of any use of needles and request a “western” doctor.   • If possible, delay any blood transfusions until you can reach a clinic that is recommended by the U.S. embassy, or wait until you are back in the U.S.

Emotional Difficulties • It is not unusual for visitors in a foreign country to experience loneliness, homesickness, and what is commonly referred to as “culture shock.”  These feelings should be temporary; if your difficulties continue, you should seek help by contacting your international insurance provider since a long-lasting condition can jeopardize your success and happiness if it is left unaddressed.    • If you have any existing conditions, traveling and living overseas could intensify the problem.

Emergencies • Emergencies can range from lost passport, being the victim of a crime, medical problems, or arrest. Remember that you are subject to the laws of the country in which you are traveling or residing; therefore, you should be aware of the laws and the penalties involved.  Adhering to the following general precautions may help you be better prepared during an emergency or even avoid some emergency situations:

• Maintain your emergency contacts updated - Prior to departure, U.S. citizens must register with the   U.S.  Department of State at its website     In doing so, the U.S. embassy located at the host country will be able to assist you in the event of an emergency.  Non-U.S. citizens should register with the appropriate embassy or consulate regarding services provided to its citizens overseas. - Keep your Study Abroad advisor and your family updated on your emergency contact information and travel plans.  Give your travel itinerary to your family, Study Abroad advisor, and the program coordinator or designated emergency contact person at the host university. - Take with your abroad the UM contact card.

• Stay informed - Learn (or write down) local emergency phone numbers. - Be aware of dangerous neighborhoods in your host city. - Know the hazards of foreign roads. - Make sure you check your e-mail daily and stay in touch with your advisor. - Read/print out   Consular Information Sheets   on your host country.  These reports list pertinent addresses and phone numbers and provide information on the safety issues, reliability of a country’s medical facilities and travel advisories.

• Be prepared - Carry a copy of your passport (cover, identification page, and visa stamp) with you at all times and leave your passport at a safe place (dorm safe, hotel safe, etc.). - When traveling with friends, agree on a rendezvous point in case of separation. - Avoid carrying around a lot of cash and keep some money separate from your wallet, that way if it’s lost or stolen you won’t lose everything at once. - Take a notepad or matchbook with the hotel’s address and phone number and carry it with you at all times.

• Use common sense. Avoid: - Drawing unnecessary attention to yourself - Being out alone after midnight - Being alone in an isolated area – day or night - Being in a known high-crime area - Sleeping in an unlocked place - Being under the influence of drugs or alcohol

• Don’t make yourself a target - Leave valuables at home (jewelry, watch, expensive camera, etc.) - Never leave your bags unattended.  Do not carry, look after, or store items for anyone.  Do not borrow suitcases and make sure that nobody puts anything in your luggage. - If possible, do not carry a purse – purses are easy for thieves to grab. - Never drive a car for someone else, especially across national borders. 

In the Event of an Emergency If you are faced with an emergency keep in mind the following support systems that you can contact for help and advice:

• local emergency response • your contact at the host institution • UM Police Emergency Contact +01 305-284-6666 • your family • closest embassy or consulate of the country of your citizenship

Lost Passport If you lose your passport, you will need to immediately contact the American embassy or the embassy of your citizenship (for non-U.S. citizens).  Be sure you have a copy of the information page of your passport as well as extra photos; this will facilitate replacement.  You should keep the original of your passport secured in a safe place at all times.  You should keep a photocopy of the information page with photo from your passport and the visa (if you needed one) on your person at all times while abroad.  You should also leave a photocopy with a parent or responsible person at home.

Natural Disaster, Terrorist Attack or other Emergency Situations • Establish contact with a friend or family member as soon as possible and let them know you’re okay. • Contact the U.S. Embassy or Consulate if you need help.   • Monitor the U.S. Embassy and State Department home pages.   • Monitor   Voice of America   and   BBC   broadcasts for announcements.

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There are several places you can get vaccines and medicine before you travel.

Call your doctor or local health department to see if they can provide pre-travel advice, vaccines, and medicines.

List of health departments

If you want to see a travel medicine specialist, the International Society of Travel Medicine (ISTM) can help you find a clinic.

Directory of travel clinics

If you need yellow fever vaccine you must get vaccinated at an authorized yellow fever vaccine clinic. Many of these clinics also give other shots and medicines.

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Find where you can get a COVID-19 vaccine in your area.

Need to get tested? Find a COVID-19 testing clinic .

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CDC provides these links as a convenience to international travelers. CDC does not endorse, recommend, or favor any clinics on these lists, nor does the appearance of a clinic on these lists imply a guarantee of service quality.

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Please note that at this time, we are not administering the COVID-19 vaccine at any of our UHealth Clinic at Walgreens locations. Get the latest COVID-19 vaccine information.

COVID-19 TESTING

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UHealth Clinic at Walgreens is offering COVID-19 Testing by appointment.

Testing is offered as part of a clinic visit, not a stand alone service. PCR test available, results in 3 to 4 days.

Rapid Testing (Antigen) is available.

After the expected end of the Public Health Emergency (PHE) on May 11, 2023, mandatory coverage for over-the-counter and laboratory-based COVID-19 PCR and antigen tests will end, though coverage will vary depending on the health plan. If private insurance chooses to cover these items or services, there may be cost sharing, prior authorization, or other forms of medical management may be required. Please confirm coverage with your insurer.

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Convenient Testing Hours: Monday thru Friday: 9:00 am to 7:00 pm Saturday: 9:30 am to 4:30 pm Sunday: 9:30 am to 3:00 pm

UHealth employees should call 305-243-TEST to be screened for testing at an approved site.

UHealth Clinic at Walgreens is offering COVID-19 Testing by appointment . Testing is offered as part of a clinic visit, not a stand alone service. PCR test available, results in 3 to 4 days.

Rapid Testing (Antigen) is available. For travel clearance, please confirm with your airline, cruise line, and/or country of entry that they will accept the Rapid Antigen Test.

Who Should Get Tested?

• You should get tested if you:
• Were in close contact with someone who has recently tested positive for COVID-19
• Develop any symptoms of COVID-19 (even mild ones)
• Need clearance for travel or work
• Symptoms may include:
• Shortness of breath
• Chills and/or shivering
• Muscle pain
• Sore throat
• New loss of taste or smell

Testing Made Simple

Avoid long lines with our appointment-only testing. Streamline your appointment with online registration before your visit. Rapid Test* results are available in 15 minutes.

Register at the kiosk when you arrive for your appointment. All test providers wear protective clothing, face masks and shields, and gloves. Surfaces are sanitized after each patient visit.

With locations open seven days a week across South Florida, there’s a UHealth Clinic at Walgreens near you. Register, submit required forms, and check in for your appointment online with our patient portal .

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Rapid Tests for COVID-19 are available to patients who meet certain criteria you can discuss with our team members. If you do not qualify for a Rapid Test, your test specimen will be processed by an outside lab, with results available in 48 hours to up to a few days.

Every appointment with UHealth Clinics at Walgreens includes discussing your medications, health history, and any current health concerns with our provider measuring your vital signs such as temperature and blood pressure ; a physical assessment which includes listening to your heart and lungs.

Please note that we do not offer COVID-19 testing as a drive-through service nor is this only a testing site.

The UHealth Clinics at Walgreens provide less invasive mid-nasal (not nasopharyngeal) swab testing for COVID-19.

If you are experiencing ANY symptoms of COVID-19 infection, you can get the Rapid Test* 1 to 5 days after your symptoms began. Rapid Test results are available within 15 minutes.

If you get tested 5 to 14 days after you were physically close to someone who recently tested positive for COVID-19, you do not qualify for the Rapid Test. Your virus test specimen will be processed by an outside lab, and results will be available in as little as 48 hours or up to a few days.

If you are asymptomatic (not experiencing ANY symptoms of COVID-19 infection) and have been in contact with someone who has tested positive, you must wait at least 5 days after this exposure or after they received a positive test result to get tested at UHealth Clinics at Walgreens.

If you have health insurance, this visit to UHealth Clinics at Walgreens will be submitted to your insurance company like any other visit to a health care provider. Your financial responsibility depends on your insurance coverage.

If you are uninsured, you will be charged $99 out of pocket for this visit to UHealth Clinics at Walgreens plus the cost of administering the COVID-19 virus test. Additional costs will be charged for any additional medical services provided during this visit.

COVID-19 testing is offered in conjunction with a clinic visit.

The COVID-19 Rapid Test is available at all UHealth Clinic at Walgreens locations.

Schedule your appointment for COVID-19 testing online or by phone. Register online at our patient portal: myuhealthchart.com . Include the required health history information, and submit the consent forms. On the day of your appointment, arrive on time to your clinic location. Remain in your vehicle. Check in on your mobile phone using the patient portal. The provider will notify you when they are ready to see you. Once you receive this notification, enter the Walgreens store and make your way directly to the Pharmacy/UHealth Clinic.

Be prepared to show your ID and health insurance card, if you are insured.

If your specimen is sent to an outside lab for processing, you will receive a phone call when your test results are available.

During your visit to UHealth Clinics at Walgreens, our provider will give you an after-visit summary with instructions for what to do next.

If you tested negative for COVID-19, these instructions will explain how you can continue to stay safe and healthy during the pandemic.

If your test result is positive for COVID-19 infection, these instructions will explain how to properly self-quarantine and isolate at home to protect others from infection.

If you are experiencing mild to moderate symptoms of COVID-19, contact your health care provider or the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. If you are experiencing severe symptoms of COVID-19, go to the nearest hospital for treatment.

All positive test results are reported to the Florida State Health Department . If your virus test result is positive for COVID-19, you may be contacted by this agency for contract tracing to identify others who may at risk for infection due to exposure from you.

If you're a UHealth employee, please contact 305-243-TEST to coordinate COVID testing.

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International travel is fun and exciting, but it is also important to stay healthy while you are abroad. Many diseases that are not found in the United States are found in other areas of the world, which can place a traveler at risk. Immunizations, malaria prophylaxis, antibiotics for travelers' diarrhea, as well as travel advice specific for your travel destination and activities are available from the Health Center. Students who require travel medicine consultation (typically those traveling to places other than Western Europe, Canada and Australia) should schedule a travel medicine appointment a t least 6 weeks prior to their scheduled departure . Available vaccines include hepatitis A and B, typhoid, polio, meningococcal, pneumovax, diphtheria/tetanus/pertussis, varicella (chicken pox), MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella), HPV (Human Papillomavirus), and seasonal influenza vaccines.

To find a clinic that provides the yellow fever vaccine, click here .  Appointments can be scheduled at MyUHealthChart . Please be sure to bring your travel itinerary and vaccination records to your appointment . Referring to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) travel site will also better prepare you for the travel medicine appointment. Students with the Health Center sponsored insurance are encouraged to review their travel benefits prior to their departure.

The charge for travel services is billed directly to Aetna for students covered by the University sponsored insurance plan. For students without the University sponsored insurance plan, charges can be submitted to most insurance companies, however, amount of reimbursement varies. Please contact your insurance company for information about your travel medicine coverage, co-payments, coinsurance and deductibles. For students insured by the insurance companies that we are unable to bill (out of state HMO's, international insurance plans, Medicaid, Medicare), charges are collected at the time of visit

A statement of charges can be viewed at MyUHealthChart . Once charges have been submitted to your insurance company and the claim has been processed, you will receive an explanation of benefits (E.O.B.) from your insurance provider. If there is a remaining balance after the insurance claim has been processed, it will be added to your Canelink account.

Students enrolled in the University sponsored Aetna insurance plan are eligible for global emergency assistance services when traveling abroad. Services are provided by On-Call International (866) 525-1956).  Students with other insurance plans may purchase this additional coverage, more information is available on our student insurance webpage .

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The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine (UMMSM) provides clinical externships (electives) at Jackson Memorial Hospital (and other clinical sites) for students enrolled in medical schools accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) and osteopathic schools that participate in VSLO. However, medical students at the UMMSM are given first priority for all rotations. Non-UMMSM students may participate in electives only if space is available. Only students who have completed required course prerequisites and are in good standing in their own medical schools will be accepted. Students of international medical schools are not accepted for clinical externships.

The University of Miami School of Medicine permits a maximum visit of 12 weeks.

Important Dates

VLSO New Timeline 2024-2025

• 2/5/2024 Catalog opens for browsing.
• 2/5/2024 Submitting Applications begins.
• 3/15/2024 Scheduling begins. (04/24 – 12/24)

VSLO Timeline for Emergency Medicine

• 2/5/24 Catalog opens
• 2/5/24 Submitting Applications begins
• 3/15/24 Scheduling begins. (04/24 – 12/24)
• 8/14/24 Last date applications will be accepted (for elective rotation starting 9/30/24) 
• 2/5/2024 Neurosurgery Elective Opened
• 2/5/2024 Submitting Applications Begins
• 3/1/2024 Acceptance Notifications sent out/Scheduling Begins. (04/24 – 12/24)

Students interested in visiting rotations should review the VSLO site for available course offerings.  A full description of the UMMSM curriculum is available at:  https://bulletin.miami.edu/graduate-academic-programs/medicine/md/#curriculumtext . Course types available for visiting students include: 

Sub-Internship: The sub-internship (sub-I) experience is intended to provide a learning experience for the students that prepares them to serve as competent interns and effective members of an interdisciplinary team. All sub-internships are expected to provide an opportunity for students to learn and demonstrate competency in core objectives. The sub-internship is a 4 week inpatient experience.

Advanced Clinical Selective: The student will be given the opportunity to exercise critical clinical thinking and patient care skills (e.g., diagnosis, prognosis, and management) while under the direct supervision of attending physicians and senior residents/fellows. The attending and resident physicians will model the principles and commitments of a physician’s professional life. Students will follow the care of assigned patients with the responsible physician. The students must be able to work up and manage the medical or surgical care of selected patients under the supervision of residents and attending physicians. This may include both outpatient and inpatient experiences and is 4 weeks in duration.

Elective: Elective rotations are 2 weeks in duration and the student will be given the opportunity to exercise critical clinical thinking and patient care skills (e.g. diagnosis, prognosis, and management) while under the direct supervision of attending physicians and senior residents/fellows. Students will follow the care of assigned patients with the responsible physician. The students must be able to work up and manage the medical or surgical care of selected patients under the supervision of residents and attending physicians. This may include both outpatient and inpatient experiences.

List of Requirements

If you have questions regarding  VSLO  requirements or the visiting student process, please contact Ms. Nancy Cuevas at  [email protected]  or call directly at 305-243-2003.   Step 1: Apply Submit Initial VSLO Application and include the following UMMSM Institutional Requirements (all uploaded documents must be assigned to our institution):

• Proof of good standing from the home medical school
• Proof of OSHA training
• Proof of HIPAA training
• Proof of current BLS certification 
• Proof of current ACLS certification, if applying to Emergency Medicine
• Proof of medical liability and/or malpractice insurance from home institution with $1 million per occurrence/$3 million aggregate coverage.
• Proof of Level 1 Background check, including a criminal background check. REPORT   MUST INCLUDE IN DETAIL Office of Inspector General (OIG) and General Services Administration (GSA) clearance (within 12 months of the start of the rotation).
• Proof of negative 10 PANEL Drug Test which includes Marijuana, Cocaine, Opiates, Benzodiazepines, Amphetamines, Oxycodone, Methadone/Methaqualone Propoxyphene and Phencyclidine (dated within 1 year of the rotation start date).
• Proof of passing score on USMLE Step 1 (MD STUDENTS ONLY).
• Proof of passed COMLEX-USA Level 1 (DO STUDENTS ONLY).
• Proof of personal health insurance.
• AAMC Standard Immunization form.
• Copy of transcript to document completion of prerequisites for course apply to (see course catalogue).
• Review Code of Conduct
• Review Student Mistreatment Policies  

If applying to an elective in Orthopedics or PM&R, please submit a brief memo indicating that you will be applying for an Orthopedic Residency or PM & R Residency. Upload to “Supplemental Documents.”   Step 2:  Conditionally Eligible If a student is selected by the department to participate in a visiting rotation at UMMSM, the student will receive communications that they are “Conditionally Eligible” in VSLO and will receive further instructions via email regarding additional clearance and hospital requirements to participate in the onsite clinical rotation.  Please follow instructions provided in that email. This requirement must be completed within two weeks of receipt of this email, and at least six weeks prior to the start of the rotation. For questions regarding the clearance process, reach out to Ms. Nancy Cuevas at  [email protected] or call directly at 305-243-2003.   Step 3:  Eligible for Scheduling Once clearance has been obtained and the visiting student has completed all hospital requirements, the visiting student will receive an email notification that they are now eligible for scheduling by the departments.   Step 4:  At least one month prior to coming to UMMSM   Once the visiting student has received a confirmed schedule through VSLO, they should follow instructions for onboarding including obtaining computer access, ID badges, etc.  For questions regarding the onboarding process, reach out to Ms. Nancy Cuevas at  [email protected]  or call directly at 305-243-2003.  

Departmental Contact Information

The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine will resume with its Visiting Student Program for academic year 2022-2023 effective April 15, 2022.

In keeping up with the Guidelines provided by the Coalition for Physician Accountability that the safety and well-being of our students remains of the utmost importance.

Department liaisons who wish to change your contact information: please direct your correspondence to Nancy Cuevas at  [email protected]  or call directly at 305-243-2003 .

Anesthesiology Roxanna Palacios-Ibarra Sr. Residency Coordinator Department of Anesthesiology P. O. Box 016370, Miami, FL  33101 Phone : 305-355-1350  Email : [email protected]

Dermatology and Pediatric Dermatology Elizabeth Soza Sr. Residency Coordinator Dr. Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery 1600 NW 10th Avenue, RMSB 2023A Miami, FL  33136 Phone: 305-243-4472 Email: [email protected]

Emergency Medicine Jonathan Azoulai, M.D. Assistant Professor, Emergency Medicine Faculty Advisor, Emergency Medicine Medical Student Clerkship Director, Emergency Medicine Department of Emergency Medicine Coordinator: Enid Khan Email: [email protected] 1120 N.W. 14th Street, Miami, FL  33136 Phone: 305-243-7425 Email: [email protected]

Family Medicine & Community Health Theresa Votolato Manager of Programs 470 Highland Prof. Bldg-JMH, Miami, FL 3 3136 Phone: 305-243-2953 Email: [email protected] Medical Genetics Chwanda Frazier Manager Department of Human Genetics 1501 NW 10 Avenue, Suite 413 (LC: M860), Miami, FL  33136 Phone: 305-243-6056 Email: [email protected]

Medicine Vanessa Justiniano Sr. Program Coordinator Department of Medicine P. O. Box 016760 (R-760), Miami, FL  33101 Phone: 305-585-5215  Email: [email protected]

Neurology Amber Cisco Department of Neurology, Clinical Research Building 1120 N.W. 14th Street, Suite 1383, Miami, FL  33136 Email :  [email protected]

Neurological Surgery Rita Lamey Sr. Program Coordinator Department of Neurological Surgery 1095 NW 14th Terrace (D4-6), Lois Pope Life Center, Miami, FL  33136 Phone: 305-243-6751 Email: [email protected]

Obstetrics & Gynecology Tameka Collins Manager of Programs 1611 NW 12 Avenue # 4070(R-136), Miami, FL  33136 Phone: 305-243-5741 Phone: 305-585-5640 Email: [email protected]

Ophthalmology Yaimara Milian Sr. Clinical Program Coordinator 900 N.W. 17th Street, Rm. #245, Miami, FL  33136 Phone: 305-326-6312 Email: [email protected]

Orthopaedics Viveka Spivey Manager of Programs Department of Orthopaedics P. O. Box 016960 (D-27), Miami, FL  33101 Phone :  305-585-1315 Email :  [email protected]

Otolaryngology Jenine M. Dunn Director of Programs Residency and Fellowship Office Department of Otolaryngology PO Box 016960 (D-48), Miami, FL  33101 Phone :  305-585-8776 Email :  [email protected] Website :  www.otolaryngology.med.miami.edu

Pathology Anail Moreno Manager of Programs 1611 NW 12th Avenue, Holtz Bldg. ET Suite 2044, Miami, FL  33136 Phone:   305-243-5589 Email:   [email protected]

Pediatrics Merida M. Pelier Manager of Programs Holtz, Room 6006 (R-131), Miami, FL  33136 Phone : 305-585-6364 Email :  [email protected]

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Coretha Davis Manager, of Programs Department of Rehabilitation Medicine (D-461) P.O. Box 016960 Miami, FL  33101 Phone : 305-585-1431 Email :  [email protected]

Psychiatry Vanesha Laguerre Sr. Program Coordinator Department of Psychiatry P.O.Box 016960 (R-53) Miami, FL 33136 Phone : 305-355-7431 Email :  [email protected]

Diagnostic Radiology Alina Gonzalez Sr. Student Coordinator 279 JMH West Wing, Miami, FL  33136 Phone: 305-585-5778 Email: [email protected] Interventional Radiology Judy Arevalo-Alvarez Clinical Program Manager Email: [email protected] Regional Medical Office Andrea Sterling Program Coordinator Phone: 561-548-1557 Email: [email protected]

Surgery Joyce Fernandez, Sr. Administrative Assistant Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center 3rd floor, Room #3524, locator code M-875 Phone : 305-243-7700 Email :  [email protected]

Urology Alex Mora Sr. Practice Manager Department of Urology 1450 NW 10th Avenue, Miami, FL  33136 Phone: 305-243-3670 Email: [email protected]

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