| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4298882 | Journal of Surgical Education | 2008 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
IntroductionA four-week surgical rotation at the Clinica Universitaria Teleton in Chia, Colombia, was arranged for a U.S. student at the completion of the first year of medical school. The rotation resulted in a supervised intense early clinical exposure to surgery resulting in advancement in five of the six clinical competencies.ConclusionInternational medical experiences can provide great benefit to U. S. medical students.
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Authors
Pablo Guzman, William P. Schecter,