“The university helps you organize your core rotations in 3rd year, you put a preference for location and hospital, and they try to place you where you’ve requested. For 4th year electives you can reach out to program coordinators in affiliated hospitals to schedule your electives, and they’ll tell you their availability. You can book up to 8 weeks of out of network electives, I chose New York Presbyterian for internal medicine and rheumatology.” — Marwin Anandrati, MD ’26

“SGU supported my goal of practicing in the UK by offering clinical rotations in London and other parts of the country, which aligned perfectly with my long-term plans. That exposure made the transition into the UK healthcare system much smoother.” และ “Studying for the USMLE Step 1 and Step 2, as well as scoring well on all of my NBME exams during clinical placements, gave me a strong academic foundation. That preparation translated well when it came to the PLAB exams and adjusting to the UK system.” — Mishal Jaleel Akbar, MD ’18

“You traditionally get 1-2 patients assigned to you in 3rd year and upwards of 4 patients in a 4th year elective if doing internal medicine. For surgery you get to scrub in as a 2nd assist after the surgeon and resident. For other electives you often shadow a resident and do what they tell you. You get to practice your history taking skills and physical exams quite well, predominantly in the 4th year.” — Marwin Anandrati, MD ’26

“Doing my clinical rotations in New York gave me plenty of ward-based experience. I had supervisors who were really invested in my learning, and that made a big difference. That strong clinical exposure gave me the confidence I needed to start my work as an FY1 doctor.” — Sotonye Campbell, MD ’19

“The biggest challenge would be balancing your clinical duties with clinical rotations and your academic duties with the in-house midcore and NBME Shelf exam at the end of each rotation. These prepare you very well for step2ck for when you take it. Most rotations as a 3rd year have protected study time so use it well to study and complete the shelf exams.” — Marwin Anandrati, MD ’26

“Most of my clinical rotations were spent in Brooklyn, New York, where I had opportunities to work within diverse, high-acuity settings. My exposure was stressful yet rewarding because I encountered diverse patients from different backgrounds, each with mixed needs. Rotations allowed me to polish my clinical skills, especially diagnostic and patient-communication skills. I learned the importance of teamwork, flexibility, and cultural sensitivity. I also learned how to handle stressful situations effortlessly and obtained key insights into patient-centered care.” — Tanapol Phewpun, MD ’24

“SGU prepared me well, both academically and clinically. Completing a significant portion of my clinical rotations in the UK meant I was already familiar with the healthcare system, the clinical environment, and the patient population. While I noticed some differences in training compared to UK graduates, I quickly adapted, and those early adjustments ultimately strengthened my skills and confidence.” — Peter Orton Beaumont, MD ’03

“During clinical rotations at various SGU-affiliated hospitals across New York and New Jersey, I was inspired by the resilience of emergency teams and the immediacy of care. I look forward to training in a high-acuity, urban setting that aligns with my passion for serving diverse and underserved populations. I envision using this training to advocate for equitable care, improve access in under-resourced communities, and continue responding with empathy, precision, and calm in the most urgent moments of need.” — Tanapol Phewpun, MD ’24

“I quite enjoyed the hospital environment, made great friends along the way and learnt something new each day I was there. Like with every step of medical school it’s not easy, but, seeing direct patient care and being able to contribute to it was definitely rewarding…even as a medical student.” — Marwin Anandrati, MD ’26