Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Northwestern Urology residency program is designed to provide residents with extensive surgical training and research mentorship, ensuring a well-rounded education across various urologic subspecialties. The program emphasizes a balance between inpatient and outpatient care through its diverse case mix and notable training sites, including academic centers and county hospitals. Additional highlights include a flexible curriculum, dedicated research time, and an overall patient-centered approach, making it an attractive choice for medical graduates pursuing urology.
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Program Details
Specialty
Urology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program accepts International Medical Graduates (IMGs) as it provides various opportunities and has a diverse faculty group that includes faculty trained in all urological subspecialties. However, there was no specific mention of an IMG acceptance rate or explicit statistics about IMG representation in the current resident roster.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
Not explicitly mentioned, details about prelim residents not provided.
Program Website
Address
676 N St Clair, Suite 2300, Chicago, IL 60611
Program Director
Meghan Sbertoli
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Current Residents
Overview
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The program includes six months of resident-driven elective rotations, a dedicated, fully-funded and mentored research year, and a focused training in every area of urology with a balance between inpatient and outpatient care.
Application
Application Process details can be found in the 'How to Apply' section. Key dates for application submission and required materials should be reviewed there.
# of Locations
Various locations including VA, county, and private hospitals as well as children's hospital.
Fellowship
The residency program offers a dedicated, fully-funded, and mentored research year. There are opportunities for residents to pursue various electives, including international rotations, but specific fellowship opportunities were not detailed in the provided text.
Resident Life
Overview
The program offers a well-rounded, comprehensive surgical experience at a diversity of training sites including a VA, county, private, and children’s hospital, and has fellowship-trained faculty in all sub-specialties of urology.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
The residency program includes advanced training lasting several years, specifically designed to prepare residents to pursue various paths in urology.
Housing
The residency program offers assistance with housing options. Specific details were not outlined in the provided text, but interested candidates are encouraged to contact for further information.
Alumni
Alumni of the residency program have pursued various paths, including fellowships in urology specialties and academic positions. Some have moved on to notable institutions in different geographic regions or established private practices. Common fellowships include those in surgical oncology, pediatric urology, and reconstructive urology.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Comprehensive training including a dedicated, fully-funded research year, opportunities for elective rotations, and a balanced clinical experience.
PGY-1 Salary
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