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Physician ID:
202
Hours:
Monday - Thursday 8:30 AM to 5 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: Chicago
This combined inpatient and outpatient US clinical experience rotation will take place 25 miles northwest of downtown Chicago.
Combined Inpatient & Outpatient US Clinical Experience in Obstetrics & Gynecology in Chicago
Specialties: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Location: Chicago
Price: $2,895
Hospital Letterhead: No
Faculty Appointment: No
Information about this clinical experience:
You will be under the supervision of a physician who is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology. The physician has attained the highest designation in the specialty of obstetrics and gynecology by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and have been named Fellow (FACOG). Fellows achieve this distinction through additional qualifications and maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. The preceptor is on staff at hospitals within the Ascension Health System.
Rotators that spend time in this practice will be able to appreciate the deep relationships the physician has established with patients over many years. The practice is highly rated for its commitment to providing high-quality care with an emphasis on compassion. This will be an excellent opportunity for students to learn how to deliver patient-centered medicine in the specialty of obstetrics and gynecology.
The hospital component of the rotation will take place at a hospital within the Ascension Health System. Rotators will have an opportunity to observe in Labor and Delivery and during cesarean sections.
Among the conditions, issues, or procedures you will encounter in this outpatient practice include:
Routine pregnancy
Well woman exams
Pelvic pain
Uterine fibroids
Endometriosis
Abnormal uterine bleeding
Heavy menstrual bleeding
Vaginitis
Prolapse
Urinary incontinence
Gynecological cancers
Basic infertility
Ultrasound
During your experience, you will learn the following U.S. medical practices under the preceptor’s supervision:
Taking patient histories.
Performing exams under the physician's supervision.
Presenting patients.
Entering notes in the EMR (Athena)
Researching the literature to answer clinical questions at the point of care.
Developing an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of other healthcare professionals.
The activities above will mostly take place in the outpatient setting. As a result of hospital policies, inpatient activities will be more observational.
Who should consider this rotation:
International medical graduates (IMGs) and students seeking US clinical experience in obstetrics and gynecology. Please note that, because of the preferences of this physician's patient population, only female students are eligible to complete this rotation.
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. In the 2024-2025 application cycle, many obstetrics and gynecology residency programs asked applicants to submit one standardized letter of evaluation. Please note that this preceptor is willing to write a SLOE for rotators.
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