Advocate Health Care/Advocate Christ Medical Center Program
Emergency medicine - Oak Lawn, IL | ACGME Code: 1101612017 | NRMP Code: 2117110C0
The Advocate Christ Medical Center Emergency Medicine Residency Program is located in Oak Lawn, IL, just southwest of Chicago, at a 749 bed Level 1 Trauma Center. Known for excellence in teaching and research, the program attracts high patient volume and acuity, with over 105,000 patient visits annually and more than 3300 level one trauma activations each year.
The program offers a 3-year curriculum with 25 months of emergency medicine, electives, trauma rotations, and a focus on pediatric emergency medicine. Residents also gain experience in various ICUs.
Advocate Christ Medical Center emphasizes a close-knit family environment within the program. Faculty support residents extensively, including 24/7 support from emergency medicine trained PharmDs. The faculty includes ultrasound specialists, toxicologists, and pediatric emergency medicine trained physicians.
Residents at Advocate Christ Medical Center engage in ground-breaking research, present at national conferences, and participate in major clinical trials. A scholarly project is required during the residency.
The program encourages global health participation and offers opportunities for residents to engage in global health efforts. Residents can also take part in rural, mountain, and tribal electives.
To support resident well-being, the program focuses on work-life balance and provides a wellness curriculum. An annual residency retreat aims to enhance program advancement, self-reflection, and team building.
In terms of financials, the program provides competitive salaries based on the 75th percentile of the AAMC Resident Stipend Survey. Additional benefits include health, vision, dental, 401k match, and educational and scrub stipends. Reimbursements are available for professional development activities.
Advocate Christ Medical Center Emergency Medicine Residency Program is ideal for those looking for a robust training environment, extensive support from faculty, opportunities for research and global health experiences, and a focus on resident well-being and work-life balance.
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PGY1 Positions 12 ( 12, 14, 14 )
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Training
Quality of Life
Location
Oak Lawn village, Illinois
Living in Oak Lawn, IL
- Crime Rate and Safety: Oak Lawn has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages, making it a safe place to live.
- Fun Activities: The town offers various parks, shopping centers, restaurants, and community events for residents to enjoy.
- Climate: Oak Lawn experiences all four seasons with warm summers and cold winters.
- Races and Population: The population is diverse with a mix of different races and ethnicities.
- Education: Oak Lawn has good schools and educational opportunities for families with children.
- Cost of Living: The cost of living in Oak Lawn is reasonable compared to nearby Chicago.
- Proximity to Larger Cities: Oak Lawn is located about a 30-minute drive from Chicago, offering access to a major city with numerous cultural and entertainment options.
- Pros: Safe environment, good schools, proximity to Chicago.
- Cons: Traffic congestion during rush hours, colder winters.
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