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Physician ID:
140
Hours:
Monday - Thursday 8 AM to 4:30 PM; Friday 8 AM to 2 PM
Hours have been provided by the preceptor. Hours are subject to change at the preceptor’s discretion, but the minimum total hours will remain approximately the same.
Location: Phoenix
This outpatient US clinical experience will take place in Phoenix, Arizona (15 miles northwest of downtown).
Outpatient US Clinical Experience in Internal Medicine in Phoenix
Specialties: Internal Medicine, Geriatrics
Location: Phoenix
Price: $2,495
Hospital Letterhead: No
Faculty Appointment: No
Information about this clinical experience:
During this clinical experience, you will work with a group of physician preceptors who are all primary care physicians. Several physicians, including the main preceptor, are trained in internal medicine. The main preceptor completed internal medicine residency and then had the privilege of serving as chief medical resident. The physician then completed a geriatrics fellowship. The physician holds hospital privileges at Banner Boswell Medical Center and Banner Dell E Webb Medical Center.
Several other physicians are trained in family medicine. One has a strong background in sports medicine and is well regarded for expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of sports-related injuries. In fact, this physician is the sports medicine doctor for several minor league baseball teams in the Phoenix area.
Rotators will have the opportunity to work with these physicians and benefit from their varied perspectives and backgrounds. This will be an excellent opportunity to learn from preceptors that are extremely dedicated to deliver patient-centered care and teach the next generation of physicians. They have created a practice that values teamwork, collaboration, and communication.
As several preceptors are directors of hospice and palliative care, learners can attend interdisciplinary group meetings with the preceptor, nurse, social worker, counselor, and other personnel. At this meeting, the current condition of hospice patients will be discussed. Concerns or issues will be addressed in a collaborative manner.
The office also provides a wide variety of services, including allergy testing, biopsies, orthopedic care, bone density testing, imaging (ultrasound, echocardiogram), sleep testing, podiatry, and urodynamics. IMGs will have a wonderful opportunity to observe these procedures.
During your experience, you will learn the following U.S. medical practices under the preceptor’s supervision:
Taking patient histories under supervision.
Performing exams under the physician's supervision.
Presenting patients.
Reviewing patient charts in the EMR
Researching the literature to answer clinical questions at the point of care.
Educating patients under supervision.
Spending time with other healthcare professionals to understand their roles and responsibilities.
Please note that you will also spend some time with nurse practitioners (NPs). This will allow you to develop a stronger understanding of their roles and responsibilities. As NPs are essential members of healthcare teams in residency programs, this experience will give you insight in how to best collaborate with these healthcare professionals.
Who should consider this rotation:
International medical graduates (IMGs) and students seeking US clinical experience in internal medicine.
How to obtain a letter of recommendation:
The rotator should ask the preceptor for a LOR near the conclusion of the rotation. Dr. Desai has provided the physician with guidelines about best practices in letter writing that meet residency program requirements. In some cases, the preceptor may ask the rotator to write a letter of recommendation draft. Because you will work with multiple preceptors, please note that the main preceptor will also take into account the impressions you have made on colleagues in the practice in the development of the recommendation 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.
Testimonials
Dr. X was truly an inspiring physician. As an IMG, one of the most challenging aspects for me is developing a good bedside manner, especially with difficult patients. Dr. X set a great example and taught me the importance of how we treat patients—not just medically, but as people. I believe that in most FM rotations, the medical knowledge and cases we see can be quite similar. However, learning how to approach and connect with patients is something that’s hard to teach, and I feel very fortunate to have had the chance to learn this from Dr. X. Also, I initially thought FM mostly dealt with common conditions, but thanks to this rotation, I was able to gain hands-on experience in wound care—something I had never learned in school.
Dr. X was always open to my questions and generously offered many opportunities for hands-on practice. I’m truly grateful for the support and guidance throughout this rotation.
JE