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Physician ID:
15
Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:30 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: Dallas
This outpatient US clinical experience will take place two miles from downtown Dallas.
Outpatient US Clinical Experience in Endocrinology in Dallas
Specialties: Endocrinology
Location: Dallas
Price:
Hospital Letterhead: No
Faculty Appointment: Yes - University of North Texas Health Science Center
Information about this clinical experience:
You will be under the supervision of a physician who is an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of North Texas Health Science Center. The preceptor has been recognized as one of the top physicians in Dallas as well as the nation. The doctor is also actively involved in research, having been trained in research methodology at such institutions as Harvard, Yale, Mayo Clinic, Baylor, and UT Southwestern.
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 clinic progress notes.
Researching the literature to answer clinical questions at the point of care.
Educating patients.
Delivering talks about important topics.
Have opportunities to teach other team members.
Spending time with other healthcare professionals in the office to understand their roles and responsibilities.
Spending time in the front office and billing departments to understand how an office operates.
There may be opportunities to attend Noon Conference and Grand Rounds at the Methodist Dallas Medical Center but this is at the discretion of the attending physician.
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 internal medicine and endocrinology problems are commonly encountered in many fields, IMGs seeking careers in other specialties will also find value in 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
Dr. X is an exceptional physician and educator who creates a highly supportive and engaging learning environment. One of the doctor's greatest strengths is the structured clinical reasoning and organized approach to patient care. During the rotation, Dr. X consistently encouraged me to think independently first and then guided me through a step-by-step clinical reasoning process. This approach greatly strengthened my ability to identify the key clinical problems, prioritize urgent issues, and then analyze the details systematically.
Dr. X is also an outstanding teacher who is very dedicated to mentoring students. The doctor took time to explain clinical decisions in both the inpatient setting and outpatient clinic, making complex cases easier to understand. The doctor also provided valuable opportunities for me to interact directly with patients, which helped improve my communication skills and clinical confidence.
In addition to clinical expertise, Dr. X demonstrates remarkable professionalism, organization, and attention to detail in patient care. The doctor's positive attitude, energy, and genuine compassion for patients create a welcoming and motivating learning environment. Overall, this rotation was an extremely valuable experience that significantly improved my clinical reasoning, patient communication, and understanding of real-world medical practice.
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