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Gus M Garmel1, Heather M Pettis2, David R Lane3
1Stanford/Kaiser Emergency Medicine Residency Program, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California; The Permanente Medical Group, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, Santa Clara, California.
The Journal of Emergency Medicine
|January 9, 2020
Summary
Medical students should plan emergency medicine (EM) clerkships early. Scheduling two EM clerkships between June and October at reputable institutions is recommended for optimal preparation.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- Planning for emergency medicine (EM) clerkships is often stressful and complex for medical students.
- Early strategic planning is crucial for a successful EM clerkship experience.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide guidance on optimizing the emergency medicine clerkship experience for medical students.
- To advise on scheduling, institution selection, application processes, and the number of clerkships.
Main Methods:
- Guidance provided based on expert opinion and best practices in medical education.
- Recommendations cover optimal timing, institutional choice, and application strategies.
Main Results:
- Scheduling EM clerkships between June and October is advised.
- Two EM clerkships at different sites are generally sufficient.
- Clerkships at institutions with EM residency programs or strong student teaching reputations are most beneficial.
Conclusions:
- Early and strategic planning enhances the medical student's EM clerkship experience.
- Focusing on patient care, enthusiasm, and professionalism leads to valuable clinical knowledge and experience.
- This preparation is vital for students pursuing a career in emergency medicine.
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