Course Title
Global Health Preclinical Preceptorship |
Course Number
INTL-1041 |
Duration/Weeks
4 |
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of year 1
Additional Requirements:
International electives require both (1) course director approval , AND (2) institution-level approval (fully-executed Affiliation and Program Agreements and international travel approval) must be in place prior to the start of the elective, as retroactive elective credit will NOT be given. |
Responsible Faculty Director:
Norma A. Perez, MD, DrPH, CPC
Other Faculty:
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Available Dates
• 4-week block: August 10 - September 4, 2026
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Application Submission Deadline
4/3/2026 |
Maximum Enrollment
No Cap |
| Where and to whom the application should be submitted |
| Students should contact Kimberly Turner at kimturne@utmb.edu for further details. There is a
competitive application and interview process. No petitions to travel abroad will be accepted
after April 3, 2026.
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| Goals & Objectives |
| Goals: 1. To allow pre-clinical medical students to gain interest in global health, working with low- and middle-income countries to increase their cultural sensitivity and knowledge in global health issues.
Objectives: 1. Experience environmental, political and socio-economic factors in relation to clinical exposure and how this may affect health outcomes.
2. Compare health care delivery systems in the U.S. with low- and middle-income countries.
3. Develop cultural awareness and sensitivity.
4. Gain a broad view of and concern for world health issues. |
| Description of course
activities |
| 1. Participation in preparatory activities including online modules on global health topics, project preparation and implementation, and meetings with mentors.
2. Travel to foreign location as approved by the course director. Participation in the delivery of health care services (at some sites). Activities may include: taking vital signs, giving immunizations, taking medical histories, observing providers performing exams and procedures, dispensing medications, assisting with community health programs, assisting with record keeping.
3. Upon return to UTMB, students will submit a narrative reflection and present an oral presentation to UTMB faculty. Classmates campus-wide may be invited to the presentation.
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Method of student evaluation
Check all that apply - complete appropriate
section(s) only:
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1. Clinical Observation |
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A. |
Frequency - How often are students
observed clinically? |
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Varies per site |
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B. |
Format - What method(s) are used to
document the student's clinical performance? |
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Daily oral feedback
End of period oral feedback
Written feedback
Other |
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2. Oral Presentation |
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A. |
Audience - To whom does the student present? |
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The student will present directly to their faculty and classmates. |
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B. |
Frequency / duration of presentation(s)? |
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At the end of the period. |
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C. |
Format - What guidelines are set for
the student's presentation? |
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Student will follow standard guidelines for UTMB presentations. |
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D. |
Assessment - Who assesses the student's
presentation performance? |
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Self-assessment
Peer assessment
Faculty assessment |
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E. |
Method of content selection |
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Current cases
Student-selected topic
Assigned topic |
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3. Written Assignment (H&P's,
notes, papers, abstracts, etc.) |
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A. |
Frequency of written assignment(s)? |
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The students will have 1 written assignment and a 10-minute oral presentation due at the end of the period. |
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B. |
Format - What guidelines are set for
the student's written work? |
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Standard APA essay format |
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C. |
Length of written assignment(s)? |
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Abstract
Annotated bibliography
1 - 2 page paper
3+ page paper |
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D. |
Are recent references required?
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Yes
No
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E. |
Method of content selection - e.g.
student-selected, relate to cases, etc.? |
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Approved by UTMB faculty |
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F. |
Audience - Who
assesses the student’s written performance? |
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Peer Assessment
Faculty Assessment
Other |
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4. Extra Course Activities |
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What expectations do you have for the
student to demonstrate participation in the course (e.g. small group
activities, seminars, thoughtful questions, providing resources, journal
club, etc.)? |
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Prior to Departure: Students are expected to participate in preparation activities including group meetings on logistics, safety, and projects. Complete required online modules on global health topics and the academic skills building modules that cover designing, implementing, and disseminating a scholarly project.
Participate in clinical rounds and case discussions. Post-rotation requirements: Essay (optional debriefing meeting), course evaluations, preceptor evaluation, and an oral presentation. |
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5. Other Modes of Evaluation |
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Please explain below. |
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End of rotation evaluation by faculty preceptor(s) on the basis of participation and progress competence |
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6. Stipend Availability |
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Yes
No
Maybe |
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