Rush University Medical Center Program

The Diagnostic Radiology Residency Program at Rush University Medical Center offers world-class educational opportunities with an emphasis on competence and compassionate patient care. Residents benefit from a high caseload with over 368,000 radiology examinations performed annually at Rush University Medical Center, allowing for hands-on experience in various procedures. The program provides diverse resident rotations, including experience in outpatient facilities and community-based hospitals. Second-year residents spend three months at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, one of the country's top-rated pediatric hospitals.

Residents at Rush University are supervised by attending radiologists and enjoy frequent one-on-one teaching sessions throughout all four years of residency. They have access to teaching file and library facilities, including resources like GE PACS, StatDX, Amirsys teaching files, Up-to-Date, and IMAIOS. Research projects are encouraged but not mandatory, with various areas of clinical research available for residents to participate in.

The application process for the program involves submitting various materials, including a dean's letter, medical school transcript, USMLE scores, and three letters of recommendation. Rush University Medical Center Program offers five positions annually and accepts applications via the Electronic Residency Application Service. Due to the high number of applicants, personal interviews with every applicant are not feasible.

Overall, the program provides a supportive environment for residents to excel in their radiology training, offering a combination of clinical experience, educational resources, and research opportunities.