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Physician ID:
204
Hours:
Monday 9 AM to Noon; Tuesday 9 AM to 5 PM; Wednesday 9 AM to Noon; Thursday 9 AM to 5 PM; 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: Dallas
This outpatient US clinical experience will take place in an outpatient practice 20 miles west of downtown Dallas.
Outpatient US Clinical Experience in Pediatrics in Dallas
Specialties: Pediatrics
Location: Dallas
Price:
Hospital Letterhead: No
Faculty Appointment: No
Information about this clinical experience:
You will work with a pediatrician who is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. The physician has attained the status of Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics which is offered to a select group of pediatricians by the largest professional society of pediatrics. This is a highly-rated physician who has been recognized by children and their families for providing quality care that is personalized and safe. The doctor holds a staff appointment at Children's Medical Center Dallas. Previously, the physician was a faculty member at the Children's Hospital Milwaukee. The preceptor has also practiced in Chicago and California.
In this outpatient clinic, you will take on an increasing role in patient encounters under the preceptor's supervision and learn the care of newborns, infants, toddlers, elementary-age children, and adolescents. Among the encounters will be newborn visits, well child exams, vaccination appointments, and growth and development screenings. Please note that this preceptor has a multicultural patient population. Approximately 50% of patients with be non-English speaking. It is important to take part in clinical experiences with patients that do not speak English as the patient populations served by most pediatric residency programs will include a significant proportion of non-English speakers. Developing the ability to elicit information via translators, interpreters, and family members are vital skills.
From an educational standpoint, this preceptor prefers to assess your strengths and weaknesses early in the rotation so that the doctor can tailor the rotation to your needs, thereby maximizing your learning opportunities. The preceptor will give talks to students periodically on important topics.
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 progress notes in the EMR (eClinicalWorks).
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 pediatrics. IMGs seeking careers in family medicine will also find this rotation particularly useful.
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 truly an exceptional mentor. The doctor took the time to understand each rotator's educational and cultural background and offered thoughtful guidance and encouragement without hesitation. It meant a lot to me that Dr. X had taken the time to look over my CV and USMLE scores before we even met. The doctor's sincere attention to each student’s background and needs made me feel truly supported and valued. Under Dr. X's supervision, I was able to systematically learn how to take patient histories and perform physical exams in both inpatient and outpatient settings. In recent years, with advances in diagnostic tools, history-taking and physical examination have often been overlooked — I was no exception. However, through this rotation with Dr. X, I was reminded of just how essential these clinical skills still are in patient assessment. These four weeks were a valuable time during which I could improve my communication skills in a relaxed and supportive environment. I already know I’ll look back fondly on my time in Houston. I'm sincerely grateful to Dr. X and MD2B for this meaningful opportunity.
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