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Physician ID:

316

Hours:

This outpatient US clinical experience will take place approximately 20 miles south of downtown Los Angeles.

Location: Los Angeles

Monday - Wednesday 8 AM to 4 PM; every other Friday 8 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.

Outpatient US Clinical Experience in Ophthalmology in Los Angeles

Specialties: Ophthalmology

Location: Los Angeles

Price: $2,495

Hospital Letterhead: No

Faculty Appointment: No

Information about this clinical experience:

This is an outpatient experience where you will be under the supervision of a board-certified ophthalmologist. Having previously served as an ophthalmology residency program director and medical school professor, this preceptor has acquired extensive experience as a teacher of residents and students.

On a typical clinic day, 20-25 patients are seen. Of these patients, 65% will present with general ophthalmological conditions. The remaining 35% will have retinal eye disease. Rotators will learn how to take patient histories and perform preliminary eye exams, including visual acuity measurements and visual field tests, with the technician and preceptor.

To make the most of this clinical experience, we recommend that you focus your learning on common ophthalmological complaints (e.g., itching, pain, redness, tearing, visual changes) and conditions (e.g., cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration). We recommend using the following resources to maximize your learning:

The Eye Exam

The Eyes Have It

From time to time, when something interesting is encountered, you may have the opportunity to research the topic and give a 5-minute presentation to the preceptor.

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.
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 ophthalmology.

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

The rotation was very well structured, with ample exposure to both inpatient and outpatient settings. Dr. X proved to be an outstanding teacher, not only in guiding us through the medical conditions we encountered but also in providing valuable insights into the residency match process. In the clinical setting, the preceptor encouraged us to take patient histories, engage with the diverse pathologies seen on rounds, and deliver presentations which we discussed in depth. The doctor's rounds were highly collaborative, listened to our ideas, guided our clinical reasoning, and offered constructive feedback that significantly enhanced our learning. Dr. X was also extremely considerate during my preparation for Step 3, encouraging me to balance studying alongside clinical responsibilities. Dr. X's advice as a successful IMG was indispensable, as the doctor provided detailed guidance on the residency application process and even conducted a mock interview with personalized feedback. Overall, anyone who has the opportunity to rotate with Dr. X will benefit greatly from the doctor's kindness, compassion, and dedication to teaching.