Family Medicine Outpatient Rotation in Los Angeles, California
Attending Introduction
Board-certified in Family Medicine with over 25 years of experience. Earned their medical degree from the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine and completed their internship and residency at the USC-Eisner Family Medicine Center at California Hospital in Los Angeles. Known for their warm and friendly approach, takes extra time to ensure patients receive the care and attention they need.
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 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.
Patient Care:
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Comprehensive Histories and Physical Exams: Conduct thorough patient interviews and physical examinations across all age groups, from infants to the elderly.
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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.
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Preventive Care: Emphasize health maintenance and disease prevention, including vaccinations, cancer screenings, lifestyle counseling, and wellness check-ups.
Clinical Skills:
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Procedures: Learn and perform common office procedures such as suturing, abscess drainage, skin biopsies, joint injections, and pap smears.
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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:
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Communication Skills: Develop effective communication techniques for interacting with patients and families, including motivational interviewing and delivering bad news.
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Cultural Competence: Understand the importance of cultural sensitivity and adapt care to meet the diverse needs of patients from different backgrounds.
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Ethical and Professional Conduct: Emphasize professionalism, patient confidentiality, informed consent, and ethical decision-making in everyday practice.
Typical Activities/Procedures
Patient Appointments:
Conducting initial and follow-up appointments, managing acute and chronic conditions, and performing routine health maintenance.
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.
*Rotation is a minimum of 20hrs/week.
*Schedules change often and we recommend speaking with the office manager to have the most updated daily scheduling.
