References - ShadowLinX

Pre-Med & Shadowing Guides

AAMC: Shadowing a Doctor Guide Official advice from the Association of American Medical Colleges on finding doctors, setting expectations, and etiquette.

AMA: How to Get the Most Out of Shadowing Insights from American Medical Association admissions experts on preparing for clinical rotations and asking effective questions.

Institutional Guidelines & Policies

AAMC Institutional Guidelines for Shadowing Experiences Official compliance standards covering hospital liability, HIPAA obligations, and structural frameworks for hosting observers.
AMA Code of Ethics & Hosting Best Practices Insights from the American Medical Association on setting patient consent boundaries and mentoring shadowing students effectively.
HHS HIPAA Guidance for Student Observers Department of Health & Human Services recommendations on maintaining patient privacy during clinical observations.