Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Rush Emergency Medicine Residency is a newly established 3-year training program that began in 2017 at Rush University Medical Center, Chicago. The program focuses on cultivating outstanding clinicians through a robust didactic curriculum and diverse clinical experiences, accepted 12 residents per year. The residency strives to provide a comprehensive educational experience rooted in innovation and excellence within emergency medicine.
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Program Details
Specialty
Emergency Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Rush Emergency Medicine Residency appears to be welcoming towards International Medical Graduates (IMGs), as it does not specify any restrictions against IMG applicants in the program description. However, specific eligibility criteria or acceptance rates for IMGs are not explicitly mentioned in the document.
Categorical Positions
12
Categorical Positions (detail)
12 residents per year
Program Website
Address
1750 W Harrison St., Chicago, IL 60612
Program Director
Julie Mendez
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Current Residents
Overview
The program currently comprises 12 residents in their first year (PGY-1) of training, which includes residents of various educational backgrounds.
PGY-1 MD
12
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The Rush EM Residency trains outstanding clinicians through both varied clinical experiences and a strong innovative didactic curriculum.
Application
The application process details can be found on the website linked in the description, specifically at https://www.rushu.rush.edu/education-and-training/graduate-medical-education/residency-programs/emergency-medicine-residency/how-apply. Key points about application deadlines, interview dates, and specific requirements must be checked directly on that site.
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Fellowship
The program provides a pathway to various fellowship opportunities as well as post-residency career development. Graduates may pursue fellowships in emergency medicine or related subspecialties based on their interests and the program structure.
Resident Life
Overview
A 3-year training program matching 12 residents per year, the Rush EM Residency trains outstanding clinicians through varied clinical experiences and a strong innovative didactic curriculum.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
3 years
Housing
There is no information regarding housing options or support in the provided text, though further details might be found on the residency program's main webpage.
Alumni
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
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