Gynecologic Oncology Clerkship

VISITING: Open to visitors. TYPE OF CLERKSHIP: Selective 2. DESCRIPTION: Rotation where one student will function as a subintern on the gynecologic oncology service. Involves evaluation of outpatients in gynonc clinic with opportunities for extensive history and physical, review of radiologic studies. Involves care of hospitalized patients and post-operative care. Involves operating room experience in radical surgery for gynecologic cancers. Students have a multi-disciplinary exposure with teaching rounds. Presentations may be required at teaching rounds and journal clubs. Note: Visiting students must obtain approval through Melody King, Clerkship Coordinator, prior to applying for this clerkship. Please e-mail requests to melodyk@stanford.edu. Interested students must send their CV, USMLE score(s), current transcript and a letter of recommendation from the Ob/Gyn Clerkship Director or a faculty mentor attesting to clinical abilities (i.e. proficient H&Ps and exam skills). The letter of recommendation must be emailed to Melody by the letter writer or their supporting administrative assistant. These must be sent at least 4-6 weeks prior to the start of the period in which the student would like to enroll. PREREQUISITES: OBGYN 300A. PERIODS AVAILABLE: 1-12, full-time for 4 weeks, 1 student per period. CLERKSHIP DIRECTOR: Babak Litkouhi, M.D. CLERKSHIP COORDINATOR: Melody King, melodyk@stanford.edu. REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS: Where: Page the gyn/onc fellow or intern (pager 12825) for reporting instructions; Time: 6:00 am. CALL CODE: 1. OTHER FACULTY: J. Berek, E. Diver, O. Dorigo, A. Karam, B. Litkouhi, M. Renz. LOCATION: SUMC.