Loyola University Medical Center Program

The Psychiatry Residency program at Loyola Medicine is a four-year categorical psychiatry residency program accredited by the Accreditation Council of Graduate Medical Education. The program aims to prepare physicians to be excellent psychiatrists who are both community and academic leaders. Loyola Medicine is interested in applicants who are eager to work independently, enthusiastic self-directed learners, and dedicated to providing exceptional and compassionate patient care in the field of psychiatry.

Their program focuses on developing a sound understanding of the interface between medicine and mental/behavioral health, training residents to be competent physicians with expertise in psychotherapeutic and psychopharmacology skills. Loyola emphasizes viewing and treating each patient as a whole person and staying current with the latest developments in the field of behavioral health. Residents are encouraged to engage in reflective processes to grow both professionally and personally throughout the four-year training experience.

The program supports a learning environment that encourages residents to provide exceptional care to patients, advocate for diverse patient populations with psychopathologies, and develop as intellectually curious and reflective professionals. Loyola's innovative curriculum integrates primary care specialties and various healthcare systems, promotes research and scholarly activities, and prepares graduates for general psychiatry opportunities or sub-specialty fellowships.

Application requirements include graduating from medical school within the last two years, US clinical experience, and ECFMG eligibility for international medical graduates. The program sponsors J1 visas only. Applicants are required to submit applications through ERAS with specific documents, including a current photograph, official transcript, letters of recommendation, personal statement, and exam scores. The selection committee prioritizes active final year medical students with excellent performance in psychiatry rotations.

Chicago, where Loyola Medicine is located, offers a vibrant cultural scene, diverse neighborhoods, excellent dining options, iconic attractions, a rich history, and a plethora of museums, theaters, and recreational opportunities. The Midwest ethos of strong community spirit, diversity, and a rich sense of self permeates the area. Chicago's accessibility, job opportunities, transportation systems, and quality of life make it an attractive location for both professional growth and personal enrichment.