Attending Introduction
This attending is a board-certified gastroenterologist practicing in the Houston area with affiliations at multiple hospitals, including AHN Allegheny General Hospital and St. Luke’s Health–The Woodlands Hospital. They completed their medical degree at Albany Medical College and bring more than a decade of clinical experience to their practice.
Their expertise spans a wide range of gastrointestinal care, with particular experience in colonoscopy, upper GI endoscopy, gastroenteritis, and other digestive disorders. As a gastroenterologist, they diagnose and manage conditions of the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, gallbladder, liver, and intestines. Students may encounter patients with dysphagia, inflammatory bowel disease (such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), and fatty liver disease, among many others.
This attending is highly regarded by their patients, reflecting their active role in accessible patient care. A rotation with them will provide you with exposure to both inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology, procedural experience, and the opportunity to deepen understanding of complex digestive diseases in a supportive learning environment.
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 Gastroenterology clinical rotation with FMG Portal, you will gain specialized knowledge and experience in managing a wide range of gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. This rotation is designed to provide in-depth exposure to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with GI conditions.
Additionally, your performance during this rotation will lead to obtaining a US LOR, which is essential for your upcoming residency program applications.
Clinical Skills:
- Patient Assessment: Taking comprehensive patient histories focused on gastrointestinal symptoms, performing targeted physical examinations, and understanding the relevance of findings.
- Diagnostic Techniques: Learning to order and interpret diagnostic tests such as blood tests, stool studies, imaging (e.g., abdominal ultrasound, CT scans), and endoscopic procedures (e.g., colonoscopy, upper endoscopy).
Common Conditions:
- Gastrointestinal Disorders: Managing conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), peptic ulcer disease, and liver diseases (e.g., hepatitis, cirrhosis).
- Functional and Structural Abnormalities: Identifying and treating motility disorders, gastrointestinal bleeding, and malignancies.
Treatment and Management:
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Pharmacological Therapy: Learning about medications used in GI practice, including proton pump inhibitors, antacids, antiemetics, antispasmodics, and immunosuppressants.
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Non-Pharmacological Approaches: Understanding dietary modifications, lifestyle changes, and other non-pharmacological interventions to manage GI conditions.
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Long-term Management: Developing skills for managing chronic GI diseases, including follow-up care and monitoring for complications.
Procedural Skills:
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Endoscopic Procedures: Observing and sometimes assisting in procedures like esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) and colonoscopy to understand their indications, techniques, and findings.
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Biopsy and Pathology: Understanding when and how to take biopsies during endoscopic procedures and interpreting pathology reports.
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.
*Scheduled hours are subject to change
