30. Advising
Frequently, issues that impact a student’s performance and participation in academic and laboratory courses will also impact clinical experiences. Students are encouraged to consult with their faculty advisor, the SHRS Academic Support Counselor, or the MGH SAP/EAP for assistance with any matters that may impact the clinical education component of their professional education.
In addition to the faculty advisor, the clinical team plays a role in advising all students in matters related to the planning and implementation of the clinical education component of the curriculum. The DCE will:
- Advise students about available clinical education facilities and assist in planning their clerkships across the curriculum.
- In consultation with the faculty advisors, make all final decisions regarding matching students to clinical education facilities for clinical courses.
- Monitor each student’s clinical placements across the curriculum assuring variety and depth of clinical exposure.
- In collaboration with the student’s faculty advisor, monitor student’s performance in the clinic, providing counseling and arranging remedial clinical experiences as needed.
Any matters that may impact a student’s ability to participate fully in a clerkship should be brought to the attention of the DCE or faculty advisor in advance of the start of the clerkship. If the clerkship is in progress, the student should notify their advisor or the DCE immediately of any change or potential change in status.