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Internal Medicine/Rheumatology Telemedicine Rotation in Manhattan, New York

Location
Manhattan, NY 10065
Specialty
Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine/Rheumatology, Rheumatology
Hospital Affiliations
NYU Langone Hospitals
Clinical Exposure
Telemedicine
Price
$2200 / 4 Weeks
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Attending Introduction

The attending is a Board-Certified Physician in both Internal Medicine and Rheumatology, holding the rank of Clinical Professor of Medicine & Rheumatology.

They completed their Internal Medicine Residency at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, followed by a Rheumatology Fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery and New York Presbyterian/Cornell Campus. They specialize in the treatment of autoimmune disorders, including Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, myositis, SLE-lupus, Sjogren’s syndrome, vasculitis, Pulmonary Hypertension, Scleroderma, Osteoporosis, Auto-inflammatory Syndromes, and Adult Still’s Disease. This is a hands-on rotation and you will be able to talk with patients and examine them.

Rotation Description

During your Rheumatology clinical rotation with FMG Portal, you will learn about the diagnosis, management, and treatment of rheumatic diseases, which encompass a wide range of autoimmune and inflammatory conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system and other organ systems.
Additionally, your performance during this rotation will lead to obtaining a US LOR, which is essential for your upcoming residency program applications.
Here’s a detailed overview of what you should expect to learn. Please note that all rotations will have variations of patients and may not include the entirety of the following:

Clinical Evaluation: 

  1. Conducting comprehensive patient histories to elicit symptoms related to rheumatic diseases, including joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and systemic symptoms.

  2. Performing focused physical examinations to assess joint function, range of motion, swelling, and signs of inflammation.

Diagnostic Skills:

Interpreting laboratory tests, including inflammatory markers (e.g., CRP, ESR), autoimmune serologies (e.g., ANA, RF), and specific biomarkers for rheumatic diseases (e.g., anti-CCP antibodies).

Understanding the role of imaging modalities such as X-rays, ultrasound, MRI, and dual-energy CT scans in diagnosing and monitoring rheumatic conditions.

Disease Management:

  • Developing differential diagnoses for common rheumatic diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, osteoarthritis, gout, and others.

  • Formulating treatment plans based on evidence-based guidelines, which may include pharmacological interventions (e.g., NSAIDs, DMARDs, biologics), physical therapy, and lifestyle modifications.

  • Monitoring disease activity, treatment response, and potential side effects of medications through regular follow-up visits and laboratory testing.
Overall, your Rheumatology clinical rotation will provide you with a valuable opportunity to develop expertise in the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of rheumatic diseases, as well as to appreciate the multidisciplinary nature of rheumatologic care.

Typical Activities/Procedures

Arthrocentesis
Joint Injection
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
Synovial Fluid Analysis
Nailfold Capillaroscopy
Skin Biopsy
Temporal Artery Biopsy
Lab Test Interpretation
Patient Education and Consulting

Patient Appointments:
Conducting initial and follow-up appointments, managing acute and chronic conditions, and performing routine health maintenance.

Administrative Duties:
Completing patient charts and managing referrals and follow-ups.

Letter of Recommendation

LORs are on the official clinic letterhead. You may also ask the attending to include hospital affiliations on your LOR, and you can also mention them on your CV and Personal Statement.

Location & Schedule

*Exact address provided once signed up.
*Rotation is a minimum of 20hrs/week.
*Schedules change often and we recommend speaking with the office manager to have the most updated daily scheduling.

Mo 9AM - 5:00PM
Tu 9AM - 5:00PM
We 9AM - 5:00PM
Th 9AM - 5:00PM
Fr 9AM - 5:00PM
Sa Closed
Su Closed