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Information on "field trips"
for WUMS3s doing an ambulatory psychiatry rotation in the WU psychiatry clinic
WUSM medical student education in psychiatry page
Updated 9/3/03 by tjr
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St. Patrick's Center McMurphy's Grill Time: 11 a.m. - 3
p.m weekdays Location: 614 N.
11th, St. Louis First of its kind in the nation. Continues to make a name for itself for the great food, good service, friendly ambience and important mission. |
When: one week in
advance |
Time: 9am-3pm best
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“..located in a new building
…Parking around the area can be difficult, so I would advise going early
& bringing along some change for a meter. The volunteer office can
arrange a tour and can schedule future times for you to volunteer, if
interested. They welcome one-time
volunteering as well as a regular volunteer schedule.” “…visiting the center is a
wonderful experience. The St. Patrick Center is working hard to help the
homeless of St. Louis, and it was nice to see what the center can offer
patients upon discharge.” 10/17/02: M. Laurin Lester “..a very educational
experience and filled me with pride about what we can do for each other
together” S. Pradham: 8/03 “I would highly recommend (this site) for people to see what they have to offer” 8/30: M. Larson |
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Edgewood Children's Center |
When: at least a
few days in advance |
Time: weekdays
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“It was a good site to see, especially if one has never seen institutionalized children’s homes.” 8/03: M. Larson “It gave me a better idea of the resources that exist..” 8/03: A. Huske “..great opportunity for students who are interested in all aspects of medicine, not just pediatrics or psychiatry.” 7/30/03: M. Gordon |
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Places for People “This organization provides a slew of benefits for its members including finding housing, providing community support, assistance with budget, and help with chemical dependency” F. Geula 9/5/02 |
When: one week in
advance |
Time:
weekdays |
Scott Bayliff approved WUMS
visits 4/26/02 tjr “I was impressed with the initiative and caring that the individuals at PFP gave to their clients…my experience there was a good one” Avital Harari |
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Salvation Army Family Haven |
When: one week in
advance |
Time: weekdays,
business hours; am's may be better |
Linda Renaud approved WUMS
visits 1/30/99 /cmb |
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Salvation Army Harbor Light |
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Independence Center |
When: a few days
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Time: weekdays, 10
a.m. - 3 p.m. |
This is a “clubhouse” for
people with mental disorders including schizophrenia and bipolar affective
disorder. Tour of the facilities,
possibly observe their weekly group meeting.
F. Geula – 9/4/02 ..provides an opportunity to
see the support networks that are available for patients with a mental
illness. ..very beneficial.. G. Byrd – 1/10/03 “..was educational not only in
terms of what can be offered..but also in showing us the many obstacles that
lie between the discharge from the hospital and becoming a functioning member
of society. – Nefertari Daaga; 1/10/03 Approved WUMS visits 4/25/02 tjr |
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Metropolitan Employment and Vocational Service
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When: at least one week in advance |
Time: Coordinate with Director |
Carol Kruchowski approved WUMS visits 4/26/02. They operate at several different sites: Speak with Director for more info. and contact details. |
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Judevine Center for Autistic Children |
When: 2
weeks in advance if possible |
Time: coordinate
with Ms. Marshall |
Approved WUMS visits 4/26/02
tjr "This was the best of all, and I *highly * recommend it, even if people are not thinking about child psychiatry." Michelle Burack |
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Lakeside Center (School for Delinquent Boys) |
When: a week if
possible |
Time: weekdays
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Rich Swinger approved WUMS visits 3/00 /cmb At present (3/00) this residential treatment facility helps 13-17 yrs. old, assigned by the St. Louis Family Court system. Their cottages and school can house up to 73 residents. Very similar to Marygrove in services. Michelle Burack |
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Hawthorn Children's Psychiatric Hospital |
When: a few days
to 2 weeks |
Time: Arrange with
Dr. Rizvi |
Visits approved 5/21/02 by Dr. Rizvi tjr Depending on the day, Dr. Rizvi may allow students to sit-in on patient interviews. “Dr. Rizvi warmly welcomed us into the hospital…wonderful learning experience” 8/17/03: S. Pradhan |
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Miriam School for Learning Problems |
When: 1-2 weeks
advance notice |
Time: arrange with
Jackie Smith |
Tour the facilities and observe
activities of the children and their participation and involvement with
teachers. F. Geula – 8/29/02 Jackie Smith approved WUMS visits 7/12/03 per S. Stone |
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Archway Communities |
When: a couple of
days to a week |
Time: weekdays
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Jim Peterson, business manager, approved WUMS visits 3/00 /cmb |
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Alcoholics Anonymous |
When: meetings are
held daily at various locations throughout the Metro area. |
Time: usually
evenings, but some may be held at lunchtime |
Support groups for people motivated to change, but open to visitors. These are two types of 12-step programs available; there are others for other problems. cmb |
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Marygrove |
When: at least a
week |
Time: |
"I recommend specifically trying to set up your visit when (the Dr.) has a new evaluation." Michelle Burack |
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Kevin J. Black, M.D.,
coursemaster