In many of the dynasties Xi'an was the capital city, so its museums and nearby historial sites are unparalleled. The clerkship is a 12-credit clerkship for medical students in their final year that begins on the second Sunday of April. The first four weeks are in the hospitals and clinics and the last two weeks are for travel in China. Provided the student maintains a daily journal for all six weeks dealing with cross-cultural experiences, and turns it in at the end of the experience, the full six weeks are for credit. Rotations in traditional medicine, pediatrics, medicine, surgery, etc. are all possible.
Most students select a mix of disciplines.
It is not necessary to speak Mandarin to experience these rotations. The Chinese medical school provides housing, food, and English-speaking attendings during the four weeks of clinical experience. You should review your financial aid package to see how this applies to you. HOW TO SIGN UP First, be sure seeing China is your goal. Don't take the easy route and go to China if Africa or a Spanish speaking country is really what you would like to see.