Attending Introduction
Award-winning Pediatrician, was recently selected as Top Pediatrician of the Decade for 2024 by the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) for her outstanding leadership, dedication and ethical practices in pediatric and adolescent medicine.
Maintains affiliations with the Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New York Presbyterian-Queens and Mount Sinai Hospital. She serves as an assistant in the hospital’s Department of Pediatric Emergency Medicine and
instructs medical students and pediatric residents. She teaches a mini clinic at Stony Brook University for students studying to be physicians’ assistants.
With close to two decades of professional experience as a talented and passionate Pediatrician, she has certainly proven herself as accomplished and she is an expert of pediatric and adolescent medicine. She is a dynamic results-driven leader who has demonstrated success and advancement throughout her entire career.
Rotation Description
During your Pediatrics clinical rotation with FMG Portal, you will have the opportunity to learn about the care of infants, children, and adolescents in an ambulatory setting.
Additionally, your performance during this rotation will lead to obtaining a US LOR, which is essential for your upcoming residency program applications.
Patient Care:
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Well-Child Visits: Conducting comprehensive well-child exams, monitoring growth and development, administering vaccinations, and providing anticipatory guidance.
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Acute Care Visits: Diagnosing and managing common acute illnesses and injuries in children, such as respiratory infections, gastroenteritis, and minor trauma.
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Chronic Disease Management: Managing chronic pediatric conditions such as asthma, ADHD, and obesity, including creating management plans and coordinating with specialists.
Professional Development:
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Communication Skills: Developing skills in communicating with children of various ages and their parents or caregivers, including providing clear instructions and addressing concerns.
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Family-Centered Care: Learning to involve families in the care plan, understanding the family dynamics, and addressing psychosocial aspects of pediatric care.
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Ethical and Professional Conduct: Upholding professional behavior, confidentiality, and ethical standards in interactions with pediatric patients and their families.
Typical Learning Objectives:
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Growth and DevelopmentUnderstand normal pediatric growth and developmental milestones.
Identify and manage deviations from normal growth and development.
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Preventive MedicineConduct well-child exams, including vision, hearing, and developmental screenings.Administer vaccinations according to the recommended immunization schedule.
Provide guidance on nutrition, physical activity, and safety.
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Clinical SkillsPerform thorough physical examinations tailored to the pediatric population.Develop differential diagnoses and management plans for common pediatric complaints.Gain proficiency in pediatric-specific procedures and assessments.
Typical Activities/Procedures
Patient Appointments:
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.
*Schedules change often and we recommend speaking with the office manager to have the most updated daily scheduling.
