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Self Reflection
During my recent OB/GYN rotation at Woodhull Hospital, I had the privilege of immersing myself in the world of women’s health, a field that was previously unfamiliar to me. This rotation exposed me to a wide array of clinical experiences, from prenatal care in the clinic to witnessing childbirth in labor and delivery. It was […]
Journal Article Summary
The Effect of Maternal Antihypertensive Drugs on the Cerebral, Renal and Splanchnic Tissue Oxygen Extraction of Preterm Neonates Anne E Richter1, Trijntje E Schat, Koenraad N J A Van Braeckel, Sicco A Scherjon, Arend F Bos, Elisabeth M W Kooi Drugs with antihypertensive action, such as labetalol and nifedipine, are commonly used in obstetrics to treat preeclampsia. However, they may […]
Site Evaluation Presentation
During my OB/GYN rotation, I had the privilege of completing my evaluation with Carlos Melendez, who not only served as my evaluator but was also our OB/GYN professor during the didactic year. This evaluation provided an opportunity to demonstrate my clinical knowledge, critical thinking, and ability to synthesize information from my experiences throughout the rotation. […]
Cultural Competency OSCE-Type Case #2
Clinical scenario: 91-year-old Hispanic male, Spanish- speaking, originally from Ecuador with a PMHx of type 2 diabetes, hypertension, osteoporosis presents to Geriatric Outpatient Clinic for a follow-up consultation accompanied by his two daughters. The family reports that the patient receives medical attention during his visits to New York, otherwise has a doctor in Ecuador that […]
Self Reflection
During my recent long-term care geriatrics rotation at Metropolitan Hospital, I had the privilege of experiencing firsthand the unique challenges and complexities of caring for older adults. This rotation was a rich learning experience, exposing me to learn about the many geriatric syndromes and providing insight into the numerous physical, cognitive, and social issues that […]
