Internal Medicine/Rheumatology Telemedicine Rotation in Manhattan, New York
Attending Introduction
The attending is a Board-Certified Physician in both Internal Medicine and Rheumatology, holding the rank of Clinical Professor of Medicine & Rheumatology.
They completed their Internal Medicine Residency at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, followed by a Rheumatology Fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery and New York Presbyterian/Cornell Campus. They specialize in the treatment of autoimmune disorders, including Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, myositis, SLE-lupus, Sjogren’s syndrome, vasculitis, Pulmonary Hypertension, Scleroderma, Osteoporosis, Auto-inflammatory Syndromes, and Adult Still’s Disease. This is a hands-on rotation and you will be able to talk with patients and examine them.
Rotation Description
Clinical Evaluation:
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Conducting comprehensive patient histories to elicit symptoms related to rheumatic diseases, including joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and systemic symptoms.
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Performing focused physical examinations to assess joint function, range of motion, swelling, and signs of inflammation.
Diagnostic Skills:
Interpreting laboratory tests, including inflammatory markers (e.g., CRP, ESR), autoimmune serologies (e.g., ANA, RF), and specific biomarkers for rheumatic diseases (e.g., anti-CCP antibodies).
Disease Management:
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Developing differential diagnoses for common rheumatic diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, osteoarthritis, gout, and others.
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Formulating treatment plans based on evidence-based guidelines, which may include pharmacological interventions (e.g., NSAIDs, DMARDs, biologics), physical therapy, and lifestyle modifications.
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Monitoring disease activity, treatment response, and potential side effects of medications through regular follow-up visits and laboratory testing.
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.
