Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The University of Illinois College of Medicine's Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program offers comprehensive training in women's health. With a legacy that dates back to 1941, the program provides residents with opportunities to train at diverse sites including UI Health, a Level 1 Trauma Center, and community hospitals. The program emphasizes health equity, patient-centered care, and provides a strong foundation for residents aspiring to pursue academic or private practice in OBGYN. Its focus on cutting-edge technology and evidence-based medicine ensures residents are well-prepared for their medical careers.
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Program Details
Specialty
OB/GYN
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The University of Illinois College of Medicine Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program does accept International Medical Graduates (IMGs), as it requires ECFMG certification for all applicants.
Categorical Positions
7
Categorical Positions (detail)
Seven first-year categorical positions are offered each academic year. All interviews and interview-related social events are conducted virtually.
Program Website
Address
820 S. Wood Street, W231 CSN, MC 808, Chicago, Illinois, 60612
Program Director
Erica Hinz, MD, MPH, FACOG
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Current Residents
Overview
Currently, there are 7 PGY-1 residents in the program, all of whom are MD graduates from U.S. or international medical schools.
PGY-1 MD
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The program includes structured weekly didactics, journal clubs, and hands-on training for abortion care, complex contraception, and miscarriage management. Residents rotate through various settings, including university hospitals and community hospitals for comprehensive training.
Application
The program offers seven first-year categorical positions each academic year. All interviews are conducted virtually. Applications must be submitted via ResidencyCAS, and no supplementary materials will be accepted. Successful completion of USMLE Step I and II is required. Three letters of recommendation are required, one being a Standardized Letter of Evaluation (SLOE).
# of Locations
Home academic hospital (University of Illinois Hospital), Level 1 Trauma Center (Advocate Christ Medical Center), Community hospitals (McNeal and Swedish Covenant).
Fellowship
The residency program offers additional fellowship opportunities for graduates. The Ryan Program is a national initiative focusing on family planning training for residents, incorporating hands-on training and didactics related to abortion care and contraception, consistently rated highly by residents. Graduates may pursue fellowships in various OBGYN subspecialties after completing their residency.
Resident Life
Overview
The OBGYN residency program at the University of Illinois College of Medicine thrives on a legacy of diverse training since 1941, emphasizing cutting-edge technology, evidence-based medicine, and patient-centered care.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
Typically, it requires 4 years to complete the residency program.
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Alumni
The document does not provide specific information about alumni outcomes or career paths.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
The document does not specify the vacation policy for residents.