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Physician ID:
118
Hours:
Monday - Wednesday 9 AM to 6 PM; Friday 9 AM to 3 PM (Thursday off)
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: New York
This outpatient US clinical experience will take place outside of New York City (Long Island).
Outpatient US Clinical Experience in Internal Medicine in New York
Specialties: Internal Medicine
Location: New York
Price:
Hospital Letterhead: No
Faculty Appointment: Yes - Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
Information about this clinical experience:
This is an outpatient experience during which you will be under the supervision of a well regarded physician educator who is board certified in Internal Medicine. As an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, the doctor has been actively involved in the education of first- and second-year medical students. The preceptor enjoys teaching learners how to take complete/focused histories and exams, develop differential diagnoses, formulate treatment plans, and present cases. The doctor holds staff appointments at North Shore University Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, and St. Francis Hospital.
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.
Accessing or using the EMR.
Have opportunities to research the literature to answer clinical questions at the point of care.
May have opportunities to deliver talks or presentations about medical topics.
Spend 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; IMGs seeking careers in family medicine or 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.
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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