Student Rotations

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Welcome to Student Rotations at Summit

At Summit Brain, Spine & Orthopedics, we believe in the power of hands-on experience and mentorship to prepare the next generation of healthcare providers. We’re proud to offer clinical rotations for medical students interested in neurosurgery and orthopedic surgery. During your rotation, you’ll have the opportunity to shadow our team through surgical settings across Utah County. We also offer pre-med students the opportunity to shadow our surgical teams.

Neurosurgery Shadowing
Orthopedics Shadowing

Undergrad Shadowing

We’re proud to offer limited shadowing opportunities for undergraduate students who are interested in exploring careers in medicine, surgery, and healthcare. At Summit, you’ll observe real patient care, engage with experienced providers, and get a behind-the-scenes look at life in a high-volume surgical practice.

If you’re an undergraduate student interested in shadowing, please use the link below to sign up.

Graduate Student Rotation

We’re excited to welcome you to your upcoming rotation at Summit. You’ll be working closely with one of our surgical teams, a board-certified surgeon, as well as our experienced team of advanced practitioners, surgical staff, and clinic personnel. This rotation is designed to give you a comprehensive, real-world view of a high-functioning neurosurgical practice and our collaborative approach to patient care.

Where to Go & What to Expect

Typical Rotation Schedule

Student rotations follow a structured schedule that may include operating room days, clinic experience, and community-based education events. Most surgeons spend 1-2 days in the OR and 1-2 days in clinic.

  • Typically begin at 7:30 AM. Students are expected to meet in the OR on time, dressed and ready to observe.

  • Clinic days vary based on provider. Please refer to your welcome letter.

  • Held every Tuesday morning at 7:00 AM in the Large Conference Room (3rd floor) at Holy Cross Hospital - Mountain Point. One of our providers, or a guest provider from the community, presents cases for collaborative discussion. Students are encouraged to attend Rounds not only during their rotation but also after.

  • Be respectful of all team members, especially our advanced practitioners, who are vital members of the surgical and clinical care team.

  • If you are asked to assist during surgery, our team will guide you through sterilization protocols and surgeon preferences.

  • During clinic, please wait for an appropriate time outside of patient visits to ask questions or discuss cases.

  • Maintain a professional demeanor at all times, including punctuality, dress, and communication.

Professional Expectations

This is a unique opportunity to learn directly from a practicing neurosurgeon in both OR and clinic settings. Please keep the following in mind:

Facility Locations

During your rotation, you’ll gain experience at several hospitals and surgical centers throughout Utah County. Here’s where you’ll go.

Your medical school or institution will coordinate necessary clearances with each hospital prior to your rotation. If you have questions regarding your documentation or access, please contact your school coordinator directly.

    • Grand Rounds Location: Large Conference Room on the 3rd floor in the Administrative/HR Suite.

    • OR Entrance: From the main entrance, walk straight—just before Starbucks—to access the OR wing. You’ll need a hospital ID to enter. You can wait for the physician or press the call button to connect with security.

    • OR Rooms: Check OR 3 & OR 4 for scheduled cases.

    • Parking: Use the lot near the main entrance of Pedersen Tower, accessible from 940 N off 500 W.

    • Entrance & Navigation:

      • Enter through the main roundabout entrance.

      • Elevators/stairs are halfway down the hallway near the glass wall.

      • Go to the 2nd floor. After the front desk, turn right through the double doors.

      • You’ll pass the Post-Op Room 54 (where physicians often gather).

      • Continue straight through another set of double doors into the OR wing.

    • Changing into Scrubs: Ask at the desk just inside the OR area to be let into the physician locker room. Let them know you’re a medical student shadowing.

    • Surgical PPE: Be fully dressed in appropriate surgical PPE before crossing the red line.

    • Surgical Cases: Most take place in OR 12, located just off the main hallway you passed.

    • Hydration Tip: There is a drink caddy in the wall near the OR for storing any beverages you want to access throughout the day.

  • When you arrive at Grove Creek, please check in at the front desk and let the receptionist know you’re a medical student there to shadow. Plan to arrive about 15 minutes early to allow time for paperwork.

    Once that’s complete, they’ll direct you to the locker rooms where you can change into surgical scrubs. They’ll also show you where the operating rooms are located. There are two ORs on site, both of which will be in use for the day’s cases.

  • Arrival Instructions: Meet your assigned physician directly in the parking lot at the scheduled time.

    • Arrival Instructions: You may either:

      • Meet your physician in the parking lot, or

      • Enter through the front desk and announce yourself. The receptionist can assist with access.

*All student rotations at Summit Brain, Spine and Orthopedics must be sponsored by an accredited program in the United States. At this time we are unable to accommodate international student requests.

*Must be 18 or older to shadow at Summit Brain, Spine and Orthopedics.

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