
Your Training Grounds for the DME
“Master the Art. Protect the Client. Own the Room.”
DME Boot Camp is a professional training program designed for Registered Nurses who want to master the specialized role of the Nurse Observer in Defense Medical Examinations (DMEs). We offer this course to help Nurse Observers step confidently into the world of Defense Medical Examinations (DMEs)— one that demands skill, professionalism, and precision.
Through real-world examples, video instruction, course modules, and instructor support, you’ll see what truly happens in the trenches of a DME — from examining doctor's tactics to proper documentation to objection techniques. You’ll learn how to handle even the toughest defense doctors, object to inappropriate questions like a pro, and ensure that the doctor stays within the legal scope of the exam (as defined in the client’s Response to Demand).
Whether you want to increase your income, start your own nurse observer business, or simply expand your tradecraft, DME Boot Camp gives you the tools to succeed. As a Nurse Observer you will learn a powerful new skill set — learn the art of the Defense Medical Exam and elevate your nursing career with DME Boot Camp.

DME Boot Camp provides specialized training for nurse observers who want to master the art of the Defense Medical Examination (DME) — understanding how to properly prepare clients, observe exams, document findings, and maintain professionalism in a legal-medical setting.
This course is designed to enhance your tradecraft — giving you the tools to recognize examiner overreach, understand the Response to Demand, and apply legal and ethical standards effectively in every exam room.

Our course is 100% online, which means you can learn from anywhere, remotely. All you need is an internet connection and a computer or mobile device. You'll have access to your course materials 24/7. Our course is simple, and effective. Learn how to attend DMEs, observe exams accurately, and object to inappropriate doctor questions, and effectively advocate for your client. Take your Nurse Observer DME skills to the next level.
Train Smart. Object with Confidence.
Defend with Integrity.

DME Boot Camp trains nurse observers to handle every Defense Medical Examination with skill, confidence, and professionalism.
Learn how to properly object to inappropriate questions and recognize doctor overreach.
We advocate for our clients, ensuring the doctor stays within the legal scope of the exam.
Protect your client’s rights.
Your client will always be more comfortable with an RN by their side.

Learn the ins and outs of client’s Response to Demand, understand the California Codes and case law that support it, and discover how to use the Response to Demand effectively to protect your client and maintain exam integrity. Object to inappropriate doctor questions like a pro!
Bridging Medicine and Law — One Exam at a Time.

Learn how to properly prep your client with a phone call before a Defense Medical Exam.
Understand how to let the client know what to expect — from the doctor’s oral history questions to the physical exam. What questions are not allowed, and which questions are. Also, to ensure the client is at ease and let them know that you will be with them every step of the way.
Disclaimer:
The DME Boot Camp online course is specifically designed for California Nurse Observers and is based on California state laws and procedures governing Defense Medical Examinations (DMEs) and Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs). Laws regarding nurse observer attendance and audio or video recording during medical examinations vary by state. Before attending or recording any exam, participants are strongly advised to review and comply with their own state’s laws and court rules to ensure full legal compliance. DME Boot Camp provides education and training under California law only and does not constitute legal advice for other jurisdictions.
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