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DR. SAMIR DESAI
Our IMG Rotation program for 2021 is currently up and ongoing. We have in-person rotations that are fully inpatient, combined inpatient and outpatient, and fully outpatient. We also have tele-rotations in multiple specialties. We are continuously monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation including guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). The health and safety of our clients is our top priority here at MD2B Connect.
We are looking forward to helping you on your path to US residency.
los angeles cardiology
outpatient externship
in cardiology
Specialty: Cardiology
MD2B Connect Physician ID # 44
Where will this rotation take place: This outpatient rotation will take place in Huntington Beach.
Hours: Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM
Monday: New patient consults/follow-up of established patients/vein ablation therapy
Tuesday: New patient consults/follow-up of established patients
Wednesday: New patient consults/follow-up of established patients/nuclear stress test/vein ablation therapy
Thursday: New patient consults/follow-up of established patients
Friday: New patient consults/follow-up of established patients/nuclear stress test
What you will do: You will be under the supervision of a physician board-certified in internal medicine and cardiology. This physician holds staff appointments at University of California Irvine Medical Center, Fountain Valley Regional Hospital, Huntington Beach Hospital and Hoag Medical Center. He is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at University of California Irvine School of Medicine. He is actively involved in the teaching of interventional cardiology fellows from the University of California Irvine.
After a few days of observation, you will take on an increasing role in patient care under physician supervision (please note that this experience remains within the regulations of California pertaining to the unlicensed practice of medicine. Externs will not be practicing medicine but will be learning under the guidance of the physician preceptor):
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You will take patient histories under supervision.
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You will perform physical exams under the physician's supervision.
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You will present patients.
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You will write or enter clinic progress notes under supervision.
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You will research the literature to answer clinical questions at the point of care.
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You will educate patients under supervision.
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You will deliver talks about important topics.
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You will have opportunities to teach other team members.
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You will learn about billing and coding.
You will receive regular feedback on your performance.
You may also have opportunities to attend the Department of Medicine Grand Rounds and Continuing Medical Education Lectures in hospitals.
You may also have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects to improve the physician's practice. Examples include creation of patient care handouts, writing of case reports, and participation in ongoing research projects. The exact nature of the project, if available, will be determined by you and your preceptor.
This will be an excellent opportunity to gain valuable skills in patient care while taking part in non-patient care related activities that will strengthen your CV for residency.
Who should consider this rotation: International medical graduates (IMGs) and students seeking patient care experience in cardiology. IMGs seeking careers in internal medicine or family medicine will also find this rotation particularly useful.
Will a letter of recommendation be offered: Yes, assuming that the IMG meets the expectations of the rotation. Dr. Desai will provide the physician with guidelines which will improve the quality of the letter.
During the rotation: Our team will be checking in periodically with you to ensure that you are having an optimal experience. We encourage you to contact us if you have any questions during the rotation.
See Where Our Students Applying to Internal Medicine Have Received Interviews or Matched
Read Dr. Desai's Interview with Dr. Roy Ziegelstein (Vice Dean for Education at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and Former Program Director of the Internal Medicine Residency Program at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center) about How to Match Successfully in Internal Medicine
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