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Physician ID:
8
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:
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.
Writing or entering progress notes in the EMR.
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.
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
My rotation with Dr. X was a very well-rounded experience because I had a perfect balance between OR, clinic, and inpatient time. The amount of responsibility and independence Dr. X gave me during my rotation was remarkable. The doctor always made sure I got the most out of every opportunity, whether it was interacting with patients, doing minor procedures like stapling, suture removal, wound care, or any surgery in the OR. At the same time, Dr. X was always there to guide me when I needed help. The doctor also connected me with colleagues, and they invited me into their ORs and let me observe and assist them with their cases.
Dr. X, in addition to being a great surgeon, was also a great mentor. The doctor taught me about the fast-paced nature of surgical life and encouraged me to work faster, and at the same time, efficient and careful. The doctor also taught me how to communicate and work with senior physicians and other staff. Dr. X gave
me a lot of valuable career advice, and as an aspiring surgeon, I found one piece of advice very important...I think Dr. X's mentorship was the most highlighting part of the rotation.
I’m very grateful for everything I learned from Dr. X and the entire team. Overall, I think this is a perfect rotation for anyone interested in surgery and I will definitely recommend this.
DS
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