Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Northwestern McGaw Family Medicine Residency at Lake Forest focuses on training skilled family physicians who can lead in addressing community healthcare needs. This program integrates academic and community hospital experiences, prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare. The program aims to develop future family medicine leaders capable of providing high-quality care while tackling health disparities.
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Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion but does not explicitly mention IMG acceptance or international graduate eligibility in the text. There is no information regarding visa sponsorship or the acceptance of ECFMG certification.
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Program Website
Address
710 N. Lake Shore Dr., Abbott Hall, 4th Floor, Chicago, IL 60611.
Program Director
Paul Ravenna, MD
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Current Residents
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PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum includes a comprehensive training program that emphasizes clinical experiences across multiple community-based sites. It focuses on developing skills in primary care, understanding social determinants of health, and providing culturally competent care to diverse populations.
Application
Application Deadline: Check specific details on the program’s website. Application Requirements and Interview Dates can also be found there. Additional materials or prerequisites may be listed under 'How to Apply.'
# of Locations
Three locations: Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital, Erie HealthReach Waukegan Health Center, and Northwestern Medical Group in Grayslake.
Fellowship
Resident Life
Overview
At Lake Forest, we combine passion for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity, the training and resources of an academic medical center, and the feel of a community hospital to create an innovative residency experience. Our goal is to create the future leaders of Family Medicine; doctors who will be able to provide the highest quality care in any environment while working to eliminate health disparities.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
The residency program is typically three years long.
Housing
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Alumni
Alumni often go into fellowships, subspecialties, academic positions, or private practice. Common fellowships reported and institutions where alumni work may vary.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
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