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Physician ID:
19
Hours:
Summer Hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 7 AM to 1 PM; Wednesday 9 AM to 2 PM.
Winter Hours: Monday - Tuesday 8 AM to 2 PM; Wednesday 9 AM to 3 PM; Thursday 7 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: Detroit
This US clinical experience will take place 30 miles north of downtown Detroit.
Outpatient US Clinical Experience in Internal Medicine in Detroit
Specialties: Internal Medicine
Location: Detroit
Price:
Hospital Letterhead: No
Faculty Appointment: No
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 Internal Medicine. The preceptor is involved in the teaching and mentoring of internal medicine residents from the DMC/Huron Valley Hospital as well as students from the Michigan State University School of Osteopathic Medicine and University of Michigan Clinical Nurse Practitioner Program. The doctor holds staff appointments at DMC/Huron Valley Hospital and William Beaumont Hospital - Royal Oak.
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.
Have opportunities to research the literature to answer clinical questions at the point of care.
Be involved in patient education.
Teaching other team members.
Spending time with other healthcare professionals to understand their roles and responsibilities.
You may have an opportunity to attend an occasional conference at DMC/Huron Valley Hospital.
Who should consider this rotation:
International medical graduates (IMGs) and students seeking US clinical experience in Internal Medicine; IMGs seeking careers in family medicine, internal medicine, or other specialties.
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 provided an outstanding learning experience and created a welcoming environment from the very beginning. The doctor consistently involved learners in patient care, encouraged critical thinking, and took the time to explain clinical reasoning in a way that made complex decisions easy to understand.
One of the most valuable aspects of this rotation was observing how the doctor interacts with patients. Dr. X demonstrated professionalism, compassion, and genuine dedication to providing excellent care. The doctor's approachable teaching style and willingness to answer questions made every day an opportunity to learn.
What made this rotation especially memorable was that the lessons extended beyond medicine. Dr. X generously shared perspectives on career development, personal growth, health, finances, discipline, and work-life balance. Those conversations were just as valuable as the clinical teaching. This rotation exceeded my expectations, and I am grateful for the opportunity to learn from such an exceptional physician and mentor. Dr. X exemplifies the type of physician many trainees aspire to become.
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