Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The HPH Family Medicine Residency at Humboldt Park Health is a comprehensive training program catering to graduates of accredited medical schools. The curriculum is designed to align with ACGME guidelines while providing additional unique experiences such as community outreach, quality improvement projects, and an innovative rotation structure across specialties. The program also supports international medical graduates by accepting ECFMG certified applicants and providing visa sponsorship, fostering a diverse training environment.
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Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program accepts international medical graduates (IMGs) who must be ECFMG certified and are permanent residents or U.S. citizens. The hospital sponsors visas, indicating a supportive environment for IMG applicants.
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Program Website
Address
1044 North Francisco Ave. Chicago, IL. 60622
Program Director
Samir Shahen, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
Currently, there are a total of 12 PGY-1 residents enrolled in the program, including individuals from diverse backgrounds and multiple international medical graduates, reflecting a diverse training environment within the residency.
PGY-1 MD
Based on the resident profiles presented, there are currently 12 PGY-1 MD residents enrolled in the program.
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Beyond the core requirements for Family Medicine set forth by the ACGME, the curriculum is organized in a unique layering of experiences that provides the learners with timely exposure and reinforcement of medical subspecialties as their continuity clinic responsibilities evolve. Additionally, residents are given scheduled time to undertake quality improvement projects, engage in community outreach, and develop practice management skills in a longitudinal fashion through the TEAM Care rotations. Finally, a midyear session known as 'Interlude' creates opportunities to learn new procedure skills, explore the humanities, and take time for self-care and wellness.
Application
Must be a graduate of an accredited medical school. USMLE Scores: passing scores on Step 1, Step 2 CK, and CS. Foreign applicants must be ECFMG certified. You must be a permanent resident or US citizen. Our hospital sponsor visas. Application: All applications must be submitted via ERAS. Our Program Number is: 1201600705
# of Locations
Residents work at multiple locations including the residency continuity clinic and community outreach sites.
Fellowship
Resident Life
Overview
The residency program is unique due to its curriculum that layers experiences providing timely exposure to medical subspecialties as continuity clinic responsibilities grow, as well as dedicated time for quality improvement projects and community outreach.
On Call Schedule
Monday to Sunday - 24 hours
# of Years of Program
The residency program is typically three years (PGY-1 to PGY-3), during which residents are provided progressive responsibility and experience.
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Alumni
After graduating, alumni pursue various fellowships and roles in specialties such as Family Medicine and others, often in underserved communities or institutions focused on health equity. Specific career paths include academics, hospitalists, and private practice.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, Life/Accident/Disability Insurance, Malpractice Insurance, Free parking, Free meals in physician dining room, 2 lab coats for PGY-1 year, 1 additional lab coat PGY-2 & PGY-3, Hospital subscription to Up-to-Date, 24-hour access to Medical Library.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
The text does not specify vacation policies. It is advisable to confirm with the program for specifics on annual allocated time off, carryover policies, or any restrictions.