McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Program

The Psychiatry Residency Program at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University, within the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at Feinberg School of Medicine, aims to train future leaders, educators, and researchers in the field of psychiatry. The program provides a comprehensive and rewarding training experience in a large urban tertiary care health system, emphasizing evidence-based and compassionate care for diverse patient populations.

Application Requirements: - Applicants must have completed at least four weeks of clinical psychiatry training in medical school. - USMLE scores, including Part I (required) and Part II (optional but preferred), are needed. - Three letters of recommendation, medical school transcript, and personal statement are required. - The program accepts applications through ERAS for PGY-1 positions.

Highlights: - Curriculum includes research opportunities and diverse clinical rotations. - The program offers a Research Track and Clinician Educator Track options. - Residents receive premier benefits through McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University. - Visa sponsorship (J1, H1B, F1) is available. - Diversity and inclusivity are emphasized in both recruitment and patient care.

The program participates in the NRMP Match and conducts virtual interviews from October to January. Invitations to interview are extended based on the ERAS signal. While no minimum board score is required for interviews, applicants are expected to have passed Step 1 and Step 2. The program does not offer away electives, PGY2 transfer positions, or have specific board score cutoffs. International medical graduates are considered, and visa sponsorship is available.

For further inquiries, applicants are directed to contact the program manager, Mia Reed, whose contact information is provided on the website.