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Hours:

Monday - Friday 8:30 AM to 5:30 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

Your time will be split between the outpatient and inpatient settings. The inpatient setting of this US clinical experience is 25 miles southeast of downtown Houston. In addition, there are three clinics ranging from 15 to 35 miles southeast of downtown Houston. Rotators are responsible for their own transportation. A vehicle is recommended.

Inpatient/Outpatient US clinical Experience in Nephrology in Houston

Specialties: Nephrology

Location: Houston

Price: $2,995

Hospital Letterhead: Yes

Faculty Appointment: Yes - Baylor College of Medicine

Information about this clinical experience:

This is a combined inpatient and outpatient experience during which you will be under the supervision of a nephrologist who is a Clinical Instructor of Medicine at the Baylor College of Medicine. During fellowship training completed at Baylor, the preceptor was regarded as one of the program's finest teachers.

As you encounter patients with diverse renal problems in the clinic, dialysis unit, and hospital, you will learn how to take a focused or comprehensive history and exam depending upon the situation. You will be asked to interpret diagnostic studies in the context of the patient's clinical presentation and the attending will help you appreciate the limitations of these tests.

With end-stage renal disease patients approaching or on dialysis, you will learn not only about medical aspects of their disease but also psychosocial considerations, including the adjustments that patients must make when dealing with chronic illness and the effects of the illness on mental health.

The doctor will be fully engaged with you and, at times, will push you out of your comfort zone. This is done in a gentle but supportive way so that you will be ready to handle the challenging situations you will inevitably encounter as a resident.

Because this preceptor believes that all students need to be skilled in presenting patients, you will have many opportunities to practice, deliver, and refine your oral case presentations.

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.
Spending time with other healthcare professionals to understand their roles and responsibilities.

The activities above will mostly take place in the outpatient setting. As a result of hospital policies, inpatient activities will be more observational.

Please note that this experience requires a criminal background check or police report from your native country within the past year.

Who should consider this rotation:

International medical graduates (IMGs) and students seeking US clinical experience in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. IMGs seeking careers in family medicine or internal medicine will find this rotation particularly useful since problems involving the kidney are common in outpatient practice.

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 is an outstanding preceptor who creates a supportive and engaging learning environment. The doctor consistently encourages critical thinking and clinical reasoning, allowing students to apply their knowledge while developing confidence in their decision-making. One of the preceptor's greatest strengths is the autonomy provided to students as they are trusted to take the lead on patient care while knowing that the doctor is always available for guidance and feedback. Dr. X takes the time to explain complex concepts in a clear, practical way and offers constructive feedback that helps refine both clinical and interpersonal skills. The teaching style promotes independence while still ensuring a strong foundation of safety and evidence-based practice. The rotation under this preceptor's supervision is well-structured, diverse, and provides excellent exposure to a variety of clinical scenarios, making it an invaluable learning experience.