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Hours:

Monday - Friday 9 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: Baltimore

This outpatient US clinical experience will take place in two clinics located in the suburbs of Baltimore, Maryland (clinics are 15 miles apart). Rotators are responsible for arranging their own transportation.

Outpatient US Clinical Experience in Internal Medicine in Baltimore

Specialties: Internal Medicine

Location: Baltimore

Price: $2,495

Hospital Letterhead: No

Faculty Appointment: No

Information about this clinical experience:

You will be under the supervision of an experienced physician educator who is board certified in Internal Medicine. The preceptor has a passion for teaching, and enjoys having IMGs in the office. The doctor is actively involved in the education of residents from the Medstar Harbor Hospital internal medicine residency program. The physician has hospital privileges at Medstar Harbor Hospital and University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center.

During your experience, you will learn the following U.S. medical practices under the preceptor’s supervision:

Taking patient histories.
Performing exams under the physician's supervision.
Presenting patients.
Helping write or enter progress notes.
Researching the literature to answer clinical questions at the point of care.
Educating patients.
Delivering talks about important topics.
Teaching other team members.

Who should consider this rotation:

International medical graduates (IMGs) and students seeking US clinical experience in internal 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.

See Where Our Students Applying to Internal Medicine Have Received Interviews or Matched

Read Dr. Desai's Interview with Dr. Roy Ziegelstein (Vice Dean for Education at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and Former Program Director of the Internal Medicine Residency Program at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center) about How to Match Successfully in Internal Medicine

Testimonials

This rotation with Dr. X was an incredibly enriching experience. Dr. X's exceptional medical knowledge and ability to explain complex clinical concepts in a clear and engaging manner made every learning opportunity valuable. The doctor's compassionate approach to patient care stood out, as the doctor consistently prioritized patient comfort and built trust through empathetic communication. What made this rotation even more unique was Dr. X's entrepreneurial spirit. Dr. X's ability to balance running a successful practice while providing high-quality care was truly inspiring. The doctor shared invaluable insights into managing both the medical and business aspects of healthcare, offering a perspective that few rotations provide. Dr. X’s dedication to mentorship and encouragement of critical thinking created an environment that was not only enjoyable but also profoundly educational.