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Hours:

Monday - Thursday 8 AM to 5 PM; Friday 8 AM to 3 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 outpatient US clinical experience will take place 45 minutes north of downtown Houston.

Outpatient US Clinical Experience in Gastroenterology in Houston

Specialties: Gastroenterology

Location: Houston

Price: $2,495

Hospital Letterhead: No

Faculty Appointment: Yes - Baylor College of Medicine

Information about this clinical experience:

This is an outpatient experience during which you will be under the supervision of a highly regarded physician educator who is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. The preceptor completed internal medicine residency and gastroenterology fellowship at the Baylor College of Medicine.

Although the doctor has been in private practice for over 15 years, the physician remains actively involved in education. The preceptor is a Clinical Instructor of Medicine at the Baylor College of Medicine. As a preceptor, the doctor has also hosted first-year medical students as part of their Physician, Patient, and Society course. In this role, the doctor helps students acquire clinical skills.

In this gastroenterology practice, the emphasis is on gaining a strong understanding of the patient's issues. This involves a comprehensive approach where patients are given considerable time to explain their history and their concerns. In doing so, the physician seeks to get to the root of the problem holistically rather than rush to perform a battery of tests and procedures. Patients regard this preceptor as one of the most caring, knowledgeable, thorough, and empathetic physicians that they have ever meet. Perhaps the highest compliment comes from other gastroenterologists who refer challenging cases to this preceptor.

Rotators will also have the opportunity to observe endoscopic procedures at an outpatient surgery center. Please note that you will also spend time with the preceptor's colleagues in cardiology and dermatology.

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.
Have opportunities to research the literature to answer clinical questions at the point of care.
Being involved in patient education.
Spending time 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 Internal Medicine or Gastroenterology.

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 outstanding preceptor who creates a supportive and engaging learning environment. The doctor consistently encourages critical thinking and clinical reasoning, allowing students to apply their knowledge while developing confidence in their decision-making. One of the preceptor's greatest strengths is the autonomy provided to students as they are trusted to take the lead on patient care while knowing that the doctor is always available for guidance and feedback. Dr. X takes the time to explain complex concepts in a clear, practical way and offers constructive feedback that helps refine both clinical and interpersonal skills. The teaching style promotes independence while still ensuring a strong foundation of safety and evidence-based practice. The rotation under this preceptor's supervision is well-structured, diverse, and provides excellent exposure to a variety of clinical scenarios, making it an invaluable learning experience.