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Endocrinology Inpatient/Outpatient Rotation in Houston, Texas

Location
Pearland, TX 77584
Specialty
Endocrinology, Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine/Endocrinology
Hospital Affiliations
Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center
Clinical Exposure
Combined Inpatient/Outpatient, Hands-On Outpatient, Inpatient, Telemedicine
Price
$1900 / 4 Weeks
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Attending Introduction

Board-certified in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology. Completed Internal Medicine training at Mount Sinai in New York, serving as Chief Resident. Completed an Endocrinology fellowship at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee.

Deeply committed to patient education, working closely with patients to identify diagnoses and develop personalized management plans through comprehensive discussions of all treatment options. A strong advocate of shared decision-making, she empowers patients to take an active role in their health. Is affiliated with medical facilities including Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital and HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland.

You will be able to have hands-on experience in the outpatient setting, including interacting with patients, taking medical histories, performing basic physical exams and observing diagnosis and treatment conditions.

Rotation Description

During your Endocrinology clinical rotation with FMG Portal, you will gain specialized training in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of endocrine disorders.

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 Skills: 

  1. Patient Evaluation: Conducting comprehensive patient histories with a focus on endocrine symptoms, such as weight changes, fatigue, polyuria, and heat/cold intolerance.

  2. Physical Examination: Performing focused physical examinations to identify signs of endocrine disorders, including thyroid palpation, assessing for goiter, and looking for physical signs of hormone imbalances.

Diagnosis and Management:

  1. Common Endocrine Disorders: Gaining familiarity with a wide range of endocrine conditions such as diabetes mellitus, thyroid disorders (hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, thyroid nodules), adrenal disorders, pituitary disorders, osteoporosis, and metabolic bone diseases.

  2. Diagnostic Testing: Learning to order and interpret relevant laboratory tests (e.g., blood glucose, HbA1c, thyroid function tests, hormone levels) and imaging studies (e.g., thyroid ultrasound, bone densitometry).

Treatment and Follow-up:

  • Pharmacologic Management: Understanding the use of medications in endocrine disorders, such as insulin, oral hypoglycemics, thyroid hormone replacement, anti-thyroid drugs, and hormone replacement therapies.

  • Non-Pharmacologic Management: Emphasizing lifestyle modifications, dietary changes, and exercise in managing conditions like diabetes and osteoporosis.

  • Patient Education: Educating patients about their conditions, treatment plans, and self-management strategies, particularly for chronic diseases like diabetes.
This rotation will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to diagnose, treat, and manage endocrine disorders effectively, preparing you for future practice in internal medicine or endocrinology.

Typical Activities/Procedures

Various Blood Tests
Thyroid Ultrasound
Fine-Needle Aspiration (FNA) Biopsy of Thyroid Nodules
DEXA Scan (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) for Bone Density
CT or MRI Scans for Adrenal or Pituitary Lesions
Parathyroid Sestamibi Scan
Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT)
ACTH Stimulation Test
Dexamethasone Suppression Test
Water Deprivation Test (for Diabetes Insipidus)
Insulin Injection Technique and Patient Education
Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Setup
Insulin Pump Therapy Initiation and Management
Diabetic Foot Exam
Dietary Counseling for Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome
Lifestyle Modification Counseling (Diet, Exercise)

Medication Management and Adherence Counseling

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.
*Schedules change often and we recommend speaking with the office manager to have the most updated daily scheduling.

Mo 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Tu 9:00AM - 4:30PM
We 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Th 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Fr 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Sa Closed
Su Closed