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Physician ID:
130
Hours:
Monday - 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: Houston
This US clinical experience will take place in the Texas Medical Center.
Inpatient US Clinical Experience in Nephrology in Houston
Specialties: Nephrology
Location: Houston
Price:
Hospital Letterhead: No
Faculty Appointment: No
Information about this clinical experience:
During this US clinical experience in nephrology, you will be under the guidance of a board-certified nephrologist. The preceptor rounds at multiple hospitals, including Houston Methodist Hospital, Baylor St. Luke's Hospital, Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital, Kindred Hospital, and Cornerstone Hospital.
In this experience, you will be exposed to a wide range of patients with kidney disorders. These will include primary kidney disorders as well as systemic conditions affecting the kidney. You will learn how to evaluate and treat patients with AKI, CKD, ESRD, electrolyte abnormalities, and acid-base disturbances.
In the future as a resident, many of your hospitalized patients will have AKI. In fact, the rate of hospitalizations with AKI has been increasing. Over 50% of patients hospitalized for sepsis have AKI. While AKI is less common among patients hospitalized for non-sepsis infection and for cancer, over 20% of patients with these conditions will have AKI. As AKI is associated with higher incidence of chronic kidney disease and mortality, it is essential for physicians to have a strong understanding of how to evaluate and treat this problem.
Recommended articles to read for this clinical experience include:
Clinical Management of Hyperkalemia
Correction of Electrolyte Abnormalities in Critically Ill Patients
Please note that as a result of hospital policies, inpatient activities will be observational.
Who should consider this rotation:
International medical graduates (IMGs) and students seeking US clinical experience. IMGs seeking careers in family medicine or internal medicine will find this rotation particularly useful since problems involving the kidney are common in inpatient and 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
The rotation was very well structured, with ample exposure to both inpatient and outpatient settings. Dr. X proved to be an outstanding teacher, not only in guiding us through the medical conditions we encountered but also in providing valuable insights into the residency match process. In the clinical setting, the preceptor encouraged us to take patient histories, engage with the diverse pathologies seen on rounds, and deliver presentations which we discussed in depth. The doctor's rounds were highly collaborative, listened to our ideas, guided our clinical reasoning, and offered constructive feedback that significantly enhanced our learning. Dr. X was also extremely considerate during my preparation for Step 3, encouraging me to balance studying alongside clinical responsibilities. Dr. X's advice as a successful IMG was indispensable, as the doctor provided detailed guidance on the residency application process and even conducted a mock interview with personalized feedback. Overall, anyone who has the opportunity to rotate with Dr. X will benefit greatly from the doctor's kindness, compassion, and dedication to teaching.
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