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Physician ID:
254
Hours:
Monday to Friday 6:30 AM to mid-afternoon
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: Dallas
You will be rotating through a practice within 10 miles of downtown Dallas.
Outpatient US Clinical Experience in Dermatopathology in Dallas
Specialties: Dermatology, Pathology
Location: Dallas
Price:
Hospital Letterhead: No
Faculty Appointment: Yes - UT Southwestern, University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth, & Baylor, Scott & White, Dallas
Information about this clinical experience:
You will work directly with a physician who is a board-certified dermatopathologist. This physician is a distinguished educator, mentor, and leader, and holds a faculty appointment at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School as Clinical Professor. The attending is involved in the education of residents at multiple medical schools, including UT Southwestern, Baylor College of Medicine, and McGovern Medical School, among others.
This is a high-volume practice that evaluates hundreds of biopsy specimens per day. You will evaluate slides prepared from biopsy specimens in patients with a wide variety of diseases with the attending physician using a multi-headed microscope. Periodically, the professor will point out key features and stop to discuss interesting or unusual findings. The goals of the rotation are to initially recognize the normal histology of the skin and develop confidence in naming and identifying the structures of the skin, including the layers that make up the epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis, the different cell types, and skin appendages.
With time, instruction, and independent reading and review, you will gain experience in differentiating normal from abnormal, developing differential diagnoses, and interpreting slides in the context of the patient's clinical presentation. Rotators will also learn how dermatopathologists use the full suite of diagnostic tools to make diagnoses, including morphology, immunohistochemistry, electron microscopy, immunofluorescence, flow cytometry, and molecular techniques.
The professor has developed an extensive series of lectures and videos that students can use as self-study materials during the rotation to solidify the learning that comes from the numerous cases encountered on a daily basis.
Rotators may have the opportunity to attend academic lectures and meetings such as Grand Rounds at UT Southwestern Medical School.
This physician is very much involved in clinical research. So, for the motivated IMG, there may be opportunities to get involved. Please note that the availability of such experiences will be at the discretion of the attending. Rotators with an interest in research should discuss this with the attending early in the rotation.
Who should consider this rotation:
International medical graduates (IMGs) and students seeking US clinical experience in pathology or dermatology should consider this rotation.
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
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Dr. X for the invaluable mentorship and support provided during my first Family Medicine clinical experience in Atlanta. From the moment I arrived in the United States and stepped into the clinic, Dr. X created an exceptional learning environment. The doctor is highly knowledgeable, resourceful, professional, and approachable. The kindness extends not only to patients but also to learners, colleagues, and every member of the clinic staff. Beyond being an outstanding physician, Dr. X is also a compassionate father figure who treated me with warmth, patience, and genuine care.
As an international physician entering a new healthcare system, I initially faced challenges related to cultural differences, language barriers, and unfamiliar clinical workflows. Dr. X helped me navigate these obstacles and guided me through the complexities of the U.S. healthcare system. The mentorship enabled me to adapt quickly to the American medical environment and, most importantly, helped me rebuild my confidence as a physician.
I am currently participating in my second Family Medicine program in Philadelphia. Thanks to the solid foundation established during my time with Dr. X, I entered this new program with confidence from day one. I was able to integrate smoothly into the clinical team and perform at a level that earned the trust and respect of senior physicians early in the rotation. Much of this success can be attributed to the preparation and guidance I received from Dr. X.
Overall, Dr. X is an exceptional mentor, educator, and physician. Dr. X's dedication to teaching, clinical excellence, and genuine concern for the success of trainees make the doctor a role model for medical education. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. X as a mentor and clinical teacher. I will always be grateful for the doctor's guidance, and I hope to maintain contact with the doctor for many years to come. Dr. X's influence has played a significant role in my professional growth and transition into the U.S. healthcare system. Highest recommendation.
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