Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center (St Elizabeth's Hospital) Program
Family medicine - Chicago, IL | ACGME Code: 1201621428
The Family Medicine Residency Program at Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center (St. Elizabeth's Hospital) offers a unique training experience in an urban-based community setting in Chicago. Here are some key points about the program:
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Diverse, Underserved Community: Residents care for a culturally diverse, underserved population.
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Unopposed Training: Receive personal attention from faculty while working in the heart of Chicago.
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Extensive Training Opportunities: Access a broad range of training experiences due to the size of the medical center and the absence of other residencies.
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Experience: The program has nearly 70 combined years of experience in training family medicine residents.
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Obstetrics Training: Strong obstetrics training with residents being the only ones on the inpatient unit.
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Night Float System: Innovative night float system for inpatient services.
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Resident Involvement: Residents play a significant role in program change and improvement.
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Engaging Faculty: Faculty are warm, engaging, and available, encouraging professional development.
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Curriculum: Curriculum exceeds ACGME requirements, including internal medicine, critical care, obstetrics, and more.
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Real-Life Preparation: Provides substantial inpatient volumes and an integrated didactic curriculum.
Application Requirements: - Graduation within the last three years. - Efforts to keep up with changes in medicine if out of school for more than a year. - ECFMG certification preferable. - No more than two combined failures on Steps I and II of the USMLE exam. - Three letters of recommendation, with at least one from a family physician. - Application deadline by December 1. - CS exam must be passed.
The program provides a robust community medicine curriculum, CME seminars, and opportunities for community service. It emphasizes accountability, competency, and patient ownership in a diverse urban setting.
For more information on how to apply and detailed curriculum descriptions, please visit their website.
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Chicago city, Illinois
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- Proximity to Bigger Cities: Nearby bigger cities include Milwaukee, WI (1.5 hours drive) and Indianapolis, IN (3 hours drive).
- Pros: Rich cultural scene, diverse population, great food options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Cons: Higher cost of living, areas with higher crime rates, and extreme weather conditions.
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