Category: IVS Student Testimonials

"[My residents] treated me like an actual intern and not like a student. Even though it was tough in the beginning it was very helpful to boost up my confidence and get an idea of what it would be like to be a resident in the United State. I ended...

"I think it’s important for medical students doing surgery to know that it’s not just the residents you learn from. It’s also the nurses and everyone else. You must introduce yourself and write your name on the board so people can help you. They are going to teach you a...

"This has been a great experience for me and has been new for me. We are here 5 days a week, we do research and read about it. And then finally we go to the clinics and see the patients and they are exactly how we read it." — Sherley...

"The entire nephrology team is very thorough with their patient work up. I learned how to analyze urine samples and was also able to witness the placement of a dialysis catheter. The rotation also helped me polish my case presentation skills." — Nishad Barve, Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences (India)

"I chose a rotation that was technically hard and advanced, laparoscopy and minimally invasive surgery, I didn’t expect to be able to give a hand since it is very technical and way beyond my level. But I was taught a lot about those procedures and techniques. I was able to...

"The diseases are so new and so complex in this elective. For example, UNC is giving patients treatment that is not provided anywhere else. I felt that this was the forefront of treatment and UNC is using cutting edge technology. I’ve never seen this type of patient care before, it’s...

"It can be very overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time in the US, it can be very intimidating, so just be yourself and there’s nothing to be afraid of. That’s what I learned because I was scared when I came. Just be confident about what you know and what...

"I really liked both of my electives, and they gave me two different experiences, but were both really enriching. I definitely feel like I am more ready to join the American medical system. My skills in terms of note taking, history taking, and examinations have really gotten better because I...