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Physician ID:
307
Hours:
Monday – Friday 8 AM to 4 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: Houston
This inpatient and outpatient US clinical experience will take place 120 miles southwest of downtown Houston.
Combined Inpatient & Outpatient US Clinical Experience in Internal Medicine in Houston
Specialties: Internal Medicine
Location: Houston
Price:
Hospital Letterhead: No
Faculty Appointment: No
Information about this clinical experience:
This rotation split between the inpatient and outpatient settings will be under the supervision of a board-certified internal medicine physician. This physician has been a well-regarded teacher dating back to residency. Growing up in a small town in Texas, this physician returned to the area and joined a small group practice in an underserved area. The residents of the community largely work in manufacturing and fishing.
The benefits of rotating with this physician are the opportunity to learn and practice rural medicine. Although nearly 20% of the U.S. population resides in rural communities, there are disproportionately fewer physicians in these areas. Multiple studies have shown higher mortality rates in patients living in rural regions.
Within the specialties of internal medicine and family medicine, there has been a strong push to open up residency training positions in rural. This push started in the 2010s with family medicine and now, in the 2020s, internal medicine has followed suit. Congress has approved funding for rural training. In 2019 and 2020, nearly $ 30 million was awarded to organizations across 25 states, earmarked specifically for starting rural residency programs in family medicine, general internal medicine, and psychiatry.
For the IMG, this will be an excellent opportunity to experience medicine in an underserved rural area and to see if the setting is a good fit for you. Your involvement in this rotation has the potential to make you a more attractive candidate to residency programs that have a rural focus or component.
In the clinic, you will see patients with both acute complaints and chronic disease. You will learn how to evaluate these patients through focused history-taking and examination and synthesize the data to form an assessment and plan. During discussions with the attending, important teaching points related to these cases will be shared with you. Of note, the patient population that the preceptor cares for includes many patients with multiple comorbidities. Therefore, this experience will be an excellent opportunity for you to learn how to manage patients with complex medical and social conditions. This physician is well regarded for providing patients with personalized care and believes in taking the time necessary to listen to patients and make them feel heard.
Hospital rounds will take a place at a nearby hospital. The frequency and duration of these rounds will depend upon the patient census in the hospital. Rotators can expect to visit the hospital once or twice per week.
After a few days of observation, you will take on an increasing role in patient encounters and learn the following under the preceptor’s supervision:
Taking patient histories under supervision.
Performing exams under the physician's supervision.
Presenting patients.
Writing or entering notes 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.
Who should consider this rotation:
International medical graduates (IMGs) and students seeking US clinical experience in rural 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.
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
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Dr. X for the invaluable mentorship and support provided during my first Family Medicine clinical experience in Atlanta. From the moment I arrived in the United States and stepped into the clinic, Dr. X created an exceptional learning environment. The doctor is highly knowledgeable, resourceful, professional, and approachable. The kindness extends not only to patients but also to learners, colleagues, and every member of the clinic staff. Beyond being an outstanding physician, Dr. X is also a compassionate father figure who treated me with warmth, patience, and genuine care.
As an international physician entering a new healthcare system, I initially faced challenges related to cultural differences, language barriers, and unfamiliar clinical workflows. Dr. X helped me navigate these obstacles and guided me through the complexities of the U.S. healthcare system. The mentorship enabled me to adapt quickly to the American medical environment and, most importantly, helped me rebuild my confidence as a physician.
I am currently participating in my second Family Medicine program in Philadelphia. Thanks to the solid foundation established during my time with Dr. X, I entered this new program with confidence from day one. I was able to integrate smoothly into the clinical team and perform at a level that earned the trust and respect of senior physicians early in the rotation. Much of this success can be attributed to the preparation and guidance I received from Dr. X.
Overall, Dr. X is an exceptional mentor, educator, and physician. Dr. X's dedication to teaching, clinical excellence, and genuine concern for the success of trainees make the doctor a role model for medical education. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. X as a mentor and clinical teacher. I will always be grateful for the doctor's guidance, and I hope to maintain contact with the doctor for many years to come. Dr. X's influence has played a significant role in my professional growth and transition into the U.S. healthcare system. Highest recommendation.
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