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Physician ID:
239
Hours:
Monday - Friday 8 AM to 7 PM (Thursday morning off). Please note that this physician works 28 out of 30 days; although you are not required to come in on weekends, students seeking additional learning and clinical opportunities are welcome to join the attending on weekends.
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 in Houston within 1-2 miles of the Texas Medical Center. This rotation is currently unavailable through September 2026.
Inpatient/Outpatient US Clinical Experience in Internal Medicine in Houston
Specialties: Internal Medicine
Location: Houston
Price:
Hospital Letterhead: Yes
Faculty Appointment: Yes - Baylor College of Medicine
Information about this clinical experience:
This is an inpatient and outpatient experience during which you will be under the supervision of an internal medicine physician. The doctor has hospital appointments at multiple hospitals, including Memorial Hermann Hospital and HCA Houston Healthcare, and has been involved in teaching international medical graduates for years. The physician is a Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine at the Baylor College of Medicine.
Students will rotate in the mornings at the outpatient clinic where they will see a wide variety of acute and chronic conditions. In the afternoons, rounds will take place in the hospital. Please note that hospital rounds with this attending are very busy given that there is a high patient census. The typical patient census is 20-30 patients.
During your experience, you will learn the following U.S. medical practices under the preceptor’s supervision:
Taking patient histories.
Performing physical exams under the physician's supervision.
Presenting patients.
Have opportunities to research the literature to answer clinical questions at the point of care.
Being involved in patient education.
Giving talks.
Understanding 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 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
With regards to skills, the preceptor had many. Firstly, Dr. X's bedside manner was exceptional, and the doctor had a welcoming personality which made communication more relaxed and open...The doctor explained difficult topics in a simplified manner, which made learning easier for both patients and observers...Dr. X and the other members of staff at both the office and hospital also showed me how information is entered into the EMR system, which was more complex than the paper-based system I am accustomed to.
At the hospital, I observed the doctor perform cesarean sections, but the most impressive procedure was a total laparoscopic hysterectomy using the da Vinci Xi robot. The level of precision and control demonstrated was remarkable and reflected Dr. X's years of experience...In the operating theatre, I interacted with several members of staff, including scrub nurses, anesthesiologists, and a pediatrician, who took the time to explain concepts such as neonatal resuscitation and postoperative pain management. I also met ward nurses, medical students, residents, and fellows, which provided opportunities for learning and networking.
The rotation was well-rounded, with exposure to both outpatient and inpatient care. Dr. X was always willing to teach, and the more questions you asked, the more the doctor engaged and explained. On quieter days, Dr. X would also take time to go through topics of interest. Overall, Dr. X was very supportive and encouraged improvement throughout the rotation.
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