Site is a self-contained clinic with both general medicine and holistic resources. Residents will participate in medical evaluations performed by conventional primary care physicians who have training in holistic medicine and subsequently follow these patients as they are referred for management by practitioners of holistic medicine. An understanding of acupuncture, chiropractic and homeopathy adequate to answer common questions patients have regarding these treatment modalities. An understanding of the use of genetic counseling in the management of patients at risk for GI, breast and gynecologic tumors. Providing general medical care for the indigent at a free west side clinic.
Population is primarily Hispanic.
Interpretors are available. An understanding of issues in health care delivery to the indigent. Familiarity with some basic medical Spanish. Minimal exposure to surgical dermatology - only office procedures. Pigmented lesions including common nevi and premalignant, lesions of the skin.