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Physician ID:
38
Hours:
Monday - Tuesday 8 AM to 4:30 PM; Thursday - Friday 8 AM to 4:30 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: St. Louis
This outpatient US clinical experience will take place in St. Louis, Missouri.
Outpatient US Clinical Experience in Dermatology in St. Louis
Specialties: Dermatology
Location: St. Louis
Price:
Hospital Letterhead: No
Faculty Appointment: No
Information about this clinical experience:
You will be under the supervision of a board-certified dermatologist who completed dermatology residency at Washington University in St. Louis. The preceptor has hospital privileges at Missouri Baptist Medical Center and SSM Health Missouri.
The physician is the recipient of grants from the American Academy of Dermatology and American Society of Dermatologic Surgery. The physician also enjoys speaking about important issues in dermatology, and has given talks at the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting. The doctor is widely regarded as an excellent educator, and makes teaching a priority in the office.
In the practice, you will also have the opportunity to work with several other staff members, including another dermatologist and a nurse practitioner. As many dermatologists have NPs or PAs, this will allow you to see the role these mid-level providers play in the practice of dermatology.
During your experience, you will learn the following U.S. medical practices under the preceptor’s supervision:
Taking patient histories.
Presenting patients.
Observing surgeries.
Researching the literature to answer clinical questions at the point of care.
Delivering talks about important topics.
Spending time with other healthcare professionals to understand their roles and responsibilities.
There may be an opportunity to attend Grand Rounds on Thursdays in the Department of Dermatology but the availability of this opportunity will be at the discretion of the preceptor.
Who should consider this rotation:
International medical graduates (IMGs) and students seeking US clinical experience in dermatology. IMGs seeking careers in family medicine, internal medicine, and pediatrics will find this rotation particularly useful as skin problems are very common in primary care.
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 four-week Internal Medicine rotation with Dr. X was truly an exceptional experience, and I could not have asked for a better preceptor. What I appreciated most about the preceptor was how genuinely thoughtful and considerate the doctor was toward rotators. Dr. X always made sure we had enough time to interact with patients, take histories, perform physical examinations, and gain meaningful hands-on clinical experience. The doctor encouraged us to ask questions, engage in discussions, and think critically about different patient presentations. Dr. X also took the time to explain interesting cases and share clinical reasoning, which helped me develop a deeper understanding of Internal Medicine.
Another highlight was the opportunity to prepare and deliver presentations on various medical topics. This motivated me to review current literature, read research papers, and stay updated on recent clinical evidence. The preceptor consistently provided constructive feedback and practical suggestions on how we could improve our clinical skills, knowledge, and presentations.
Beyond clinical education, Dr. X was also an excellent mentor who generously shared advice about medicine, career development, and life in general. Watching the doctor interact with patients was another invaluable learning experience. The doctor has built wonderful relationships with them, and patients were consistently welcoming and kind to us as rotators.
I also greatly appreciated the doctor's thoughtfulness outside the clinical setting. Dr. X picked us up on time every day and made sure we got home safely, which made the entire rotation incredibly convenient and stress-free. Most importantly, the preceptor created an environment where learning was enjoyable, engaging, and rewarding. I genuinely looked forward to each day and had an amazing time throughout the rotation.
These were truly four of the most enjoyable and fulfilling weeks of my clinical training. I am extremely grateful for the teaching, mentorship, generosity, and kindness. I wholeheartedly recommend this preceptor to anyone looking for an outstanding Internal Medicine clinical experience.
HJ
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