Rush University Medical Center Program

The Rush University Radiation Oncology Residency Program is a four-year training program that accommodates a total of six residents, with two positions available per year. One position is for those who have already completed a satisfactory internship year elsewhere, and the other is a categorical position that includes an integrated one-year internship at Rush University Medical Center.

Residents at Rush University Medical Center train at a modern academic medical campus, including the RUMC Tower and the RAB Outpatient Cancer Center, providing a comprehensive experience in inpatient and outpatient oncology care and various treatment modalities. The program combines structured didactic learning with hands-on clinical instruction in patient care, medical physics, and radiation biology.

The program's curriculum is designed to allow progressive autonomy in training, with the goal of training residents to become excellent physicians, oncologists, and radiation oncologists successively. Residents receive support to pursue research projects aligned with their interests and are encouraged to present their research at regional, national, and international meetings.

The program seeks enthusiastic and hard-working individuals with a strong foundation in basic science and clinical knowledge. Graduates have historically performed well on board examinations and have secured positions in academic and private oncology practices across the country.

To apply, applicants must go through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and submit the required documentation, including the MSPE letter, medical school transcripts, USMLE scores, three letters of recommendation, and additional requirements for foreign medical graduates. Due to the high volume of applicants, not all will be interviewed.

For more information about the Rush University Radiation Oncology Residency Program, interested individuals can visit their website.