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Physician ID:

104

Hours:

Monday through Friday 8 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: Los Angeles

This outpatient US clinical experience will take place in Los Angeles.

Outpatient US Clinical Experience in Gastroenterology in Los Angeles

Specialties: Gastroenterology

Location: Los Angeles

Price:

Hospital Letterhead: No

Faculty Appointment: No

Information about this clinical experience:

(Please note that this rotation will strictly be an observership) You will be under the supervision of a physician board-certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology. The preceptor has over 15 years of experience in the evaluation and management of a wide range of digestive disorders, and is known for having a caring personality. The doctor holds hospital privileges at St. Joseph Hospital of Orange and Hoag Hospital. The physician is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.

The doctor stays current with the latest technological advances in gastroenterology, and utilizes these techniques for optimal diagnosis and treatment. You will see patients in the office and several surgery centers. The physician also oversees a medical weight loss program which learners can observe.

The doctor believes in keeping his learners engaged and active (please note that this experience remains within the regulations of California pertaining to the unlicensed practice of medicine. Rotators will not be practicing medicine but will be learning under the guidance of the physician preceptor). During your experience, you will learn the following U.S. medical practices under the preceptor’s supervision:

Seeing patients with the preceptor at his office
Observe GI procedures, including EGD, colonoscopy, and ERCP
Help the physician write progress and procedure notes
Review important GI articles and present these articles to the preceptor 2-3/week
You will work with other healthcare professionals, including nurse practitioners, GI nurses, and preoperative and postoperative nurses

Who should consider this rotation:

International medical graduates (IMGs) and students seeking careers in family medicine or internal medicine will find this rotation particularly useful.

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

During my one-month general surgery rotation, I had the exceptional privilege to learn from and work alongside Dr. X, whose mentorship profoundly shaped my understanding of surgical practice and patient care...The hands-on experience I gained during this rotation was invaluable. Dr. X ensured that I was actively involved in patient care, including preoperative assessments, intraoperative assistance, and postoperative management. This comprehensive exposure solidified my theoretical knowledge while honing practical skills such as suturing, tissue handling, and intraoperative decision-making. Dr. X’s constant feedback was constructive and encouraging, helping me identify areas for improvement while reinforcing my strengths.
The supportive atmosphere Dr. X created allowed me to thrive as a learner. The doctor was approachable, attentive, and genuinely invested in my progress. The mentorship went beyond formal teaching sessions; the preceptor took time to discuss career goals, professional challenges, and work-life balance. These conversations provided invaluable guidance and reassurance as I navigate the demanding path of surgical training.