Two to eight weeks. Access to computer medical resources, including Medline, abstracts and Internet, is available at most locations. The student will obtain problem-oriented histories and perform directed physical exams before presenting that patient to the preceptor. Most students are exposed to and participate in several ambulatory procedures during their rotation which may include colposcopy, minor office surgery, cryotherapy, etc.
Students attend short daily afternoon didactic sessions.
They are also expected to attend one family practice obstetrics lunch conference and one sports medicine lunch conference during the rotation, as well as the monthly family practice journal club dinner meeting. Students also attend Family Practice Grand Rounds held weekly at Cabell Huntington Hospital. Optional meetings include a monthly international health dinner meeting and an international health readings lunch meeting. For rural rotations, see Rural Health Education Partnership site lists and contact the Academic Affairs Coordinator for scheduing information. No night call is required.