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Interventional Cardiology Inpatient/Outpatient Rotation in Kingman, Arizona

Location
Kingman, AZ 86401
Specialty
Cardiology
Hospital Affiliations
Abrazo Scottsdale Campus, Kingman Regional Medical Center
Clinical Exposure
Combined Inpatient/Outpatient, Hands-On Outpatient, Inpatient
Price
$1600 / 4 Weeks
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Attending Introduction

Highly rated physican among their patients. Has been providing comprehensive and compassionate care to patients in the greater Phoenix area for over 15 years. After completing Internal Medicine residency at Banner University Medical Center and Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center through the University of Arizona College of Medicine, pursued a 3 year Cardiovascular Medicine fellowship. This was followed by a one year Interventional Cardiology training program in at the same institution.

Areas of expertise include coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, critical limb ischemia and amputation prevention, congestive heart failure, venous insufficiency and wound treatment, hypertension, and managing complex medical conditions.

 

Rotation Description

Your cardiology clinical rotation with FMG Portal will provide you with specialized training in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of cardiovascular diseases.

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:

Clinical Skills:

  1. History and Physical Examination: Students learn to take detailed cardiovascular histories and perform focused cardiac physical exams, including techniques such as auscultation, palpation of pulses, and blood pressure measurement.

  2. Diagnostic Procedures: Gaining proficiency in interpreting electrocardiograms (ECGs), echocardiograms, and other non-invasive cardiac tests.

Diagnostic Workup:

  1. Cardiac Imaging: Understanding the indications for and basics of interpreting various cardiac imaging modalities, including echocardiography, stress tests, cardiac MRI, and CT angiography.

  2. Lab Tests: Learning about and interpreting cardiac biomarkers (e.g., troponins, BNP) and other relevant laboratory tests.

    Management of Cardiac Conditions:

  3. Acute and Chronic Conditions: Managing a range of cardiac conditions, including hypertension, coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valvular heart disease, and congenital heart defects.

  4. Treatment Strategies: Understanding pharmacological treatments (e.g., beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, anticoagulants) and non-pharmacological interventions (e.g., lifestyle modifications, cardiac rehabilitation).

Procedural Skills:

  • Interventional Cardiology: Exposure to procedures such as cardiac catheterization, angioplasty, and stent placement. While students will not perform these procedures, they observe and learn the indications and basics.

  • Non-Invasive Procedures: Participation in or observation of procedures such as stress testing and Holter monitoring.
This rotation provides a comprehensive foundation in cardiology, helping you to develop critical skills and knowledge necessary for diagnosing and managing cardiovascular diseases.

Typical Activities/Procedures

  1. Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG):
    Recording the electrical activity of the heart to detect arrhythmias, myocardial infarctions, and other cardiac conditions.
  2. Echocardiography:
    Using ultrasound to create images of the heart to assess structure and function.
  3. Stress Testing:
    Evaluating the heart’s response to physical stress, often using a treadmill or pharmacological agents.
  4. Cardiac Catheterization:
    Inserting a catheter into the heart to diagnose and treat cardiovascular conditions. This includes coronary angiography.
  5. Holter Monitoring:
    Continuous ECG monitoring over 24-48 hours to detect intermittent arrhythmias.
  6. Event Recorder Monitoring:
    Similar to a Holter monitor but used for longer periods to detect less frequent arrhythmias.
  7. Central Line Placement:
    Inserting a catheter into a large vein for medication administration or hemodynamic monitoring.
  8. Pulmonary Artery Catheterization (Swan-Ganz Catheter):
    Measuring pressures in the heart and lungs to assess cardiac function and fluid status.
  9. Pericardiocentesis:
    Removing fluid from the pericardial sac surrounding the heart.
  10. Cardioversion:
    Using electrical shocks or medications to restore normal heart rhythm.
  11. Intravenous (IV) Medication Administration:
    Administering medications directly into the bloodstream.
  12. Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Sampling:
    Drawing blood from an artery to assess oxygenation and acid-base status.

Letter of Recommendation

LORs are on the official clinic letterhead. The attending will also mention that your rotation was partially in both of her affiliated hospitals.

Location & Schedule

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*Schedules change often and we recommend speaking with the office manager to have the most updated daily scheduling.

Mo 7AM - 5:00PM
Tu 7AM - 5:00PM
We 7AM - 5:00PM
Th 7AM - 5:00PM
Fr 7AM - 5:00PM
Sa Closed
Su Closed