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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

Dr. X demonstrates excellent bedside manner and consistently emphasizes the importance of patient agency and education, which has profoundly shaped my perception of healthcare. The doctor practices with a strong commitment to the most up-to-date, evidence-based guidelines and is unafraid to challenge conventional therapeutic approaches. Through constructive feedback, Dr. X has helped me build confidence in my case presentations and clinical reasoning. Beyond medicine, Dr. X generously shares life lessons and philosophical insights—on envisioning success, overcoming setbacks, and embracing personal growth. Despite the demanding schedule, the doctor dedicated significant time and effort to evaluate and complete my pathway certification. I am deeply grateful for Dr. X's mentorship, support, and guidance. This clinical
experience has been thoughtfully tailored to my individual needs and circumstances.