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Physician ID:
247
Hours:
Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 5 PM (every other Friday 8:30 AM to Noon)
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: Miami
This outpatient US clinical experience will take place 100 miles north of Miami, Florida.
Outpatient US Clinical Experience in Neurology in Miami
Specialties: Neurology
Location: Miami
Price:
Hospital Letterhead: No
Faculty Appointment: No
Information about this clinical experience:
You will be under the supervision of a physician who is board-certified in neurology. The preceptor has a strong background in teaching, having been involved in the education of nurse practitioner, physician assistant, and medical students. This physician receives high marks on his bedside manner, especially for compassion, caring nature, professionalism, and time spent with patients during encounters. The preceptor holds a staff appointment at Cleveland Clinic Florida. Please note that this physician has several colleagues in the office and you will also spend time with these other practitioners.
In this outpatient practice, you will encounter patients with a wide variety of neurologic disease, including balance disorders, epilepsy, migraines, multiple sclerosis, myasthenia gravis, myopathy, Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, stroke, spasticity, and dementia. You will be able to hone your skills in history-taking, gain confidence in your ability to perform the neurological exam, and present cases.
Procedures and tests are done in the clinic which you will be able to observe and learn from. For example, with EMGs, you will be able to better understand its indications, role in diagnosis, procedural steps, and possible complications. Other procedures include EEG, Botox injection for dystonia, spasticity, blepharospasm, and migraines, nerve conduction velocity, neuromuscular ultrasound, evoked potential testing, and videonystagmography. The practice has an infusion center with treatment options for patients suffering from chronic, severe headache.
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.
Understanding the EMR (rotators receive access to the chart).
Researching the literature to answer clinical questions at the point of care.
Gaining an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of other healthcare professionals.
Who should consider this rotation:
International medical graduates (IMGs) and students seeking US clinical experience in neurology.
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 was very interested in the students’ learning and always willing to help. The doctor showed genuine concern for how the observer was doing and progressing throughout the rotation. Dr. X provided an excellent approach to both inpatient and outpatient psychiatry. During the month, the doctor helped me refine my skills in conducting a psychiatric interview, performing a mental status examination, formulating diagnoses and differential diagnoses, and planning treatment. The preceptor also offered good opportunities to follow hospital and clinic activities while learning from the perspectives of other members of the team. I had solid exposure to a variety of cases and treatments, including more recent treatments. Most importantly, the doctor gave valuable suggestions about the residency application process, including how to prepare for interviews, that were very helpful.
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