"Shifa" means "healing" or "cure" in Arabic. Founded in 1996, Al-Shifa Clinic upholds the Islamic principles of serving humanity by providing FREE healthcare to the uninsured and underinsured population of Minnesota. Our volunteers are committed to providing compassionate care in a culturally sensitive environment that welcomes everyone with dignity and respect, irrespective of their race, faith, or financial circumstances.

Al-Shifa Clinic offers limited opportunities for individuals interested in healthcare careers to shadow our volunteer physicians in both the primary care clinic and/or psychiatry clinic. This experience is designed to promote understanding of outpatient care, underserved medicine, and culturally competent service.

• Eligibility: Must be 16 years or older
• Limit: Shadowers may shadow for a maximum of 3 clinic days (9 hours total)
• Required Paperwork: All shadowing participants must complete and submit a Shadowing Agreement Form prior to their first day (see below)
• Logistics
  • Address: 1401 Gardena Ave NE, Fridley, MN 55432
  • Clinic Hours: Sundays, 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
  • Please arrive 15 minutes early

To maintain a professional, respectful, and safe environment for our patients, please follow these guidelines:

1. Confidentiality: Patient privacy is critical. Do not record, photograph, or discuss patient information outside of the clinic.
2. Dress Code: Wear clean, professional, and modest attire. Closed-toe shoes are required.
3. Professional Behavior: Be respectful to all patients, providers, and volunteers. Do not use your phone while shadowing.
4. No Clinical Tasks: Shadowers are not permitted to perform procedures, take vitals, or document in the EMR.

To request a shadowing opportunity, complete and sign the Shadowing Agreement Form below. You should hear from clinic staff within 2 weeks. If you do not hear back, please send a follow-up email to clinic@alshifamn.org.

By signing this agreement, I acknowledge and agree to the following:

1. Eligibility: I am at least 16 years of age.
2. Shadowing Limit: I may shadow at Al-Shifa Clinic for a maximum of 3 clinic days (9 total hours).
3. Confidentiality: I will maintain strict confidentiality regarding any and all patient information I see or hear during my time at the clinic. I will not take photos, recordings, or notes containing identifying information.
4. Conduct: I will behave professionally and respectfully at all times. I understand that I am a guest in the clinic and will follow the directions of clinic staff and volunteers.
5. Patient Interaction: I will not perform any clinical tasks or speak with patients unprompted without explicit permission from the supervising provider.
6. Dress Code: I will wear appropriate, professional clothing and closed-toe shoes.
7. Scheduling & Attendance: I will show up on time for scheduled shadowing shifts. If I am unable to attend, I will notify the clinic at least 24 hours in advance.
8. Liability: I understand that Al-Shifa Clinic is a free clinic and I am voluntarily participating in shadowing. I waive all liability from the clinic, staff, and providers for any injuries or incidents that may occur during my time shadowing.
9. Termination: I understand that my shadowing privileges may be revoked at any time for failure to follow clinic policies or behavior that compromises patient care.