Clinical Research Rotation in Houston, Texas

Location
Pearland, TX 77584
Specialty
Clinical Research
Hospital Affiliations
Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center
Clinical Exposure
Hands-On Outpatient
Price
$1700 / 4 Weeks

Attending Introduction

Work with a highly skilled and educated physician researcher who is committed to maintaining the highest quality of care and providing accurate and measurable data. The clinic provides decades of knowledge in medical science. Main research areas of focus are: Diabetic Nephropathy, Lupus Nephritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Uncontrolled Hypertension studies

Rotation Description

This clinical research rotation is an opportunity to gain experience in research while enhancing clinical skills. During the rotation, you will engage in activities that combine data collection, analysis, and clinical applications.

Additionally, your performance during this rotation will lead to obtaining a US LOR, which is essential for your upcoming residency program applications.

Here are the typical activities a medical student might participate in during a clinical research rotation:

Literature Review:

  • Activity: Conducting a comprehensive review of current literature relevant to the research topic.
  • Goal: To gain a deep understanding of the research area, identify gaps in existing knowledge, and support hypothesis formation.
  • Skills Gained: Critical analysis, understanding of research trends, ability to summarize scientific literature.

Data Collection and Management:

  • Activity: Participating in the collection of clinical data through patient charts, electronic medical records (EMR), or direct patient contact (such as surveys or interviews).
  • Goal: To collect accurate and complete data that can be analyzed to answer the research questions.
  • Skills Gained: Attention to detail, familiarity with data management systems, patient interaction, and consent processes.

Data Analysis:

    • Activity: Assisting with or conducting data analysis using statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R, Stata) or spreadsheets.
    • Goal: To analyze data for patterns, significance, and outcomes related to the research hypothesis.
    • Skills Gained: Statistical analysis, interpreting results, data visualization, understanding the clinical relevance of statistical findings.Overall, the clinical research rotation will provide you with valuable research experience, sharpening your clinical acumen, and helps you develop critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills.

Typical Activities/Procedures

Areas of research at this location:

  • Diabetic Nephropathy 
  • Lupus Nephritis 
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis 
  • Uncontrolled Hypertension studies

Letter of Recommendation

LORs are on the research clinic’s letterhead.

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.

Mo 9AM - 6:00PM
Tu 9AM - 6:00PM
We 9AM - 6:00PM
Th 9AM - 6:00PM
Fr 9AM - 5:00PM
Sa Closed
Su Closed