About Heart & Vascular Institute

Externship Program:

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Who should consider this rotation...

International medical graduates (IMGs) and students seeking hands-on patient care experience in Cardiology. IMGs seeking careers in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine will find this rotation particularly useful since cardiac problems are common in these specialties. 

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Where will this rotation take place: 

At our Detroit, Dearborn, and Southfield Clinics located in the Metro Detroit area.​

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Duration: 8-10 weeks

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Hours: Monday -Friday 7 AM to 5 PM EST

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What you can expect:

You will be under the supervision of a board-certified Cardiologist.

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​After a few days of observation, you will take on an increasing role in patient care (Please note that this is NOT a shadowing observership.  It is  a hands-on clinical experience) whereby you will:

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• Take patient histories.

• Develop evidence-based therapeutic plans.

• Present patients.

• Write progress notes.

• Educate patients.

• Research the literature to answer clinical questions at the point of care.

• Spend time with other Healthcare Professionals, front office staff, medical assistants, and nurses, to understand their roles and responsibilities.

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You will receive regular feedback on your performance. 

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Letter of Recommendation & Awards:

If IMG's and students meet the expectations and guidelines of the Heart & Vascular Institute rotation, the Externship Coordinator will provide the Physician with guidelines that will improve the quality of the letter of recommendation.