Family Medicine Outpatient Rotation in Detroit, Michigan

Location
Sterling Heights, MI 48310
Specialty
Family Medicine
Hospital Affiliations
Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak Beaumont Hospital
Clinical Exposure
Hands-On Outpatient
Price
$1900 / 4 Weeks

Attending Introduction

From your attending: I have over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine. During this rotation, you will gain hands-on experience with electronic medical records (EMR) and become familiar with the American healthcare system. You’ll practice patient presentations, conduct history and physical examinations, and learn to interpret basic lab tests and radiology data, including blood work, urinalysis, X-rays, EKGs, and pulmonary function tests (PFTs). Additionally, you’ll work on building your differential diagnosis skills. You’ll have the opportunity to tour hospitals and attend conferences when available. Expect to see approximately 10-20 patients per day.

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 hospital 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 10AM - 6:00PM
Tu Off
We 10AM - 6:00PM
Th Off
Fr 10AM - 6:00PM
Sa Closed
Su Closed