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Physician ID:
59
Hours:
Monday - Friday 8 AM to 5 PM (Friday is procedure day during which you will observe nerve conduction studies, nerve blocks, EMG, and EEG)
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: Houston
This outpatient US clinical experience will take place 30 minutes southwest of downtown Houston.
Outpatient US Clinical Experience in Neurology in Houston
Specialities: Neurology
Location: Houston
Price:
Information about this clinical experience:
This is an outpatient experience during which you will be under the supervision of a board certified neurologist. The preceptor is widely regarded as an excellent educator, having won multiple teaching awards as a resident and as a fellow. The physician continues to teach and lecture neurology residents at multiple institutions. The doctor has also lectured extensively on neuroanatomy and neurology for the USMLE.
The physician has been recognized for compassionate patient care as the recipient of the Gold Foundation Humanism Award. The preceptor consistently receives positive reviews for compassion and kindness from patients. The doctor holds a hospital staff appointment at Memorial Hermann Hospital.
Among the conditions you will encounter in the practice include headache, neuropathy, stroke, dementia, myopathy, dizziness, vertigo, seizure, tremor, memory loss, Parkinson's disease, Bell's palsy, multiple sclerosis and myasthenia gravis.
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.
Have opportunities to research the literature to answer clinical questions at the point of care.
Being involved in patient education.
Giving talks.
Please note that this preceptor requires rotators to complete HIPAA training prior to the rotation. You may take one of the following courses:
Rotators should send the certificate of completion following the course to us.
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
I truly enjoyed my rotation with this preceptor and found it to be an incredibly enriching experience. Dr. X's exceptional bedside manner deeply inspired me and served as a model for the kind of compassionate and patient-centered care I aspire to provide in my future. The doctor has a unique ability to build strong connections with patients while addressing their concerns with empathy and professionalism. Additionally, I appreciated the doctor's openness to incorporating homeopathy into practice. This approach broadened my perspective on integrative medicine and allowed me to learn about alternative treatment modalities that I had not previously encountered in depth. Dr. X's knowledge and thoughtful application of homeopathy not only enhanced my clinical understanding but also emphasized the importance of individualized care. This preceptor’s mentorship has had a profound impact on my growth as a physician, and I am grateful for the opportunity to learn under the doctor's guidance.
KL