Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The University of Chicago offers a robust General Surgery Residency program that spans five years, providing residents with comprehensive training in general and subspecialty surgery. The program emphasizes a blend of academic rigor and hands-on clinical experience across its own medical center and affiliated hospitals. Residents benefit from a supportive learning environment, diverse educational opportunities, and access to cutting-edge resources and faculty expertise. The Chicago residency fosters leadership among promising surgeons, nurturing their growth through extensive mentorship and research possibilities.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The residency program does not explicitly mention its IMG friendliness, but accepts graduates from various medical schools, including international institutions. The program participates in the ECFMG program, which suggests acceptance of international medical graduates. The application requirements specify the need for USMLE scores and educational credentials, which are standard for IMG applicants.
Categorical Positions
8
Categorical Positions (detail)
Eight categorical residents and four non-designated preliminary resident positions each year. Preliminary positions can be filled by either PGY1 or PGY2 residents.
Program Website
Address
5841 S. Maryland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637
Program Director
Jennifer T. Cone, MD, MHS
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Current Residents
Overview
The current residency cohort includes 9 MD residents, with a diverse background of training and educational experiences, reflecting a mixture of graduates from various reputable medical schools. The program promotes collaboration, mentorship, and structured training, crucial for developing skilled surgeons.
PGY-1 MD
9
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The general surgery residency program offers formal teaching conferences throughout the year and in specific rotations. Residents acquire in-depth knowledge of pre- and post-operative care, surgical physiology, and minimally invasive techniques. The program features a structured Wednesday morning education schedule and additional specialty conferences.
Application
Deadline for applications is October 20. The resident selection committee will review completed applications around the middle of October and extend interviews in late October. Interviews are by invitation only. Specific dates for 2025 candidates will be announced later.
# of Locations
Primarily based at the University of Chicago Medical Center and NorthShore University Health System.
Fellowship
The program offers a variety of fellowship opportunities for its residents, including Minimally Invasive Surgery, Trauma/Surgical Critical Care, Cardiothoracic Surgery, and more. Graduates have successfully matched into prestigious fellowships at institutions such as Yale University, Cedars Sinai, and the University of Chicago.
Resident Life
Overview
Our five-year residency training program is primarily based at the University of Chicago Medical Center, with specific rotations integrated at our affiliated hospital, NorthShore University Health System. We are uniquely situated on the Hyde Park campus of the University of Chicago, which is one of the top academic universities in the world and has been the home to over 100 Nobel laureates.
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# of Years of Program
5
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Alumni
Graduating chief residents have gone on to various fellowships in fields such as Cardiothoracic Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Trauma/Surgical Critical Care, and Vascular Surgery at prestigious institutions, including University of Chicago, Yale University, and UCLA among others.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
The University of Chicago Medicine offers a comprehensive training program, diverse clinical and educational opportunities, and support for research and professional development.
PGY-1 Salary
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