Family Medicine Outpatient Rotation in Buffalo, New York

Location
Buffalo, NY 14214
Specialty
Family Medicine
Hospital Affiliations
Veritas Health Care, Sisters of Charity Hospital
Clinical Exposure
Hands-On Outpatient
Price
$1600 / 4 Weeks

Attending Introduction

Primary Care Physician originally from Nigeria. She graduated from the State Medical Academy in Saint Petersburg, Russia, and completed her Internal Medicine/Pediatrics Residency at the University at Buffalo. She then went on to complete a Family Medicine Residency at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, and also earned a Master of Public Health (MPH) from George Washington University.

A strong advocate for empowering individuals to take control of their health through a collaborative patient-doctor partnership. She has also partnered with like-minded healthcare providers dedicated to improving global health outcomes.

Rotation Description

During your Family Medicine clinical rotation with FMG Portal, you will gain broad exposure to primary care, focusing on the comprehensive and continuous care of patients of all ages.

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:

Patient Care: 

  1. Comprehensive Histories and Physical Exams: Conduct thorough patient interviews and physical examinations across all age groups, from infants to the elderly.

  2. Diagnosis and Management: Develop differential diagnoses and management plans for a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, such as infections, hypertension, diabetes, and musculoskeletal issues.

  3. Preventive Care: Emphasize health maintenance and disease prevention, including vaccinations, cancer screenings, lifestyle counseling, and wellness check-ups.

Clinical Skills:

  1. Procedures: Learn and perform common office procedures such as suturing, abscess drainage, skin biopsies, joint injections, and pap smears.

  2. Point-of-Care Testing: Utilize office-based diagnostic tools, such as rapid strep tests, urinalysis, and glucometers.
    Chronic Disease Management: Monitor and adjust treatment plans for chronic illnesses, focusing on long-term patient outcomes and quality of life.

Professional Development:

  • Communication Skills: Develop effective communication techniques for interacting with patients and families, including motivational interviewing and delivering bad news.

  • Cultural Competence: Understand the importance of cultural sensitivity and adapt care to meet the diverse needs of patients from different backgrounds.

  • Ethical and Professional Conduct: Emphasize professionalism, patient confidentiality, informed consent, and ethical decision-making in everyday practice.
This rotation aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to provide holistic and patient-centered care in a family medicine setting, preparing you for a future role as a primary care physician.

Typical Activities/Procedures

Vital Signs Measurement
Physical Examinations
Plebotomy and Lab Testing
Injections (intramuscular/subcutaneous/intradermal)
Electrocardiogram
Dermatological Procedures
ENT Procedures
Basic Orthopedic Procedures
Spirometry, Nebulizer Treatments
Counceling and Preventative Care
Chronic Disease Management

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