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Physician ID:
198
Hours:
Monday through Friday 9 AM to 6 PM; 2nd Saturday of the month 9 AM to 1 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 in the Dallas Fort Worth area (30 miles north of downtown Dallas).
Outpatient US Clinical Experience in Family Medicine in Dallas
Specialties: Family Medicine
Location: Dallas
Price:
Hospital Letterhead: No
Faculty Appointment: No
Information about this clinical experience:
You will be under the supervision of a board-certified family medicine physician who has an extensive background in teaching, has served in the past as chief resident, clerkship director, and family medicine residency program director. He used to serve on the faculty at several medical schools and is the recipient of multiple awards for patient care and teaching. The doctor is on the hospital staff at Medical City Healthcare. Through his involvement in the Dallas Chapter of the Texas Academy of Family Practice, he serves annually as a Judge in their Poster Competition where he evaluates the scholarly work of family medicine residents.
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.
Researching the literature to answer clinical questions at the point of care.
Working 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 family medicine.
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 exemplifies excellence in clinical mentorship through unwavering support, patient centred teaching, and nurturing approach to professional growth. The doctor fostered a psychologically safe learning environment where I felt comfortable, sharing my anxiety and reflecting on the ways to improve. By dedicating time to review the patient scenarios and management plans, the doctor demonstrated a commitment to thoughtful, collaborative education. Dr. X's trust in my capabilities, encouraging me to independently, take patient history and perform examinations, cultivated my clinical confidence and critical thinking...What truly distinguished the doctor was the doctor's consistency in creating space for open discussion, making me feel heard and valued.
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