University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program
Medical genetics and genomics - Chicago, IL | ACGME Code: 1301621017
The University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago offers an Internal Medicine Residency Program that is highly regarded for its emphasis on advocacy for underserved patient populations and comprehensive education. The program provides various training pathways, such as Categorical and Preliminary Medicine programs, as well as combined Internal Medicine residencies in Emergency Medicine and Pediatrics.
In addition, the program offers specialized tracks, including the Academic Internal Medicine Track, Global Health Advocates and Scholars Tracks, Leaders for Local Change, Medical Education Track, Innovation in Internal Medicine Track, Physician and Scientist Track, and the Simulating Access to Research in Residency (StARR) Program. These tracks provide residents with focused experiences in areas like academic research, global health, medical education, innovation, and clinical/translational research training.
The University of Illinois Chicago Internal Medicine Residency takes place at two primary training sites: the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System and the Jesse Brown Veterans Administration Medical Center. These sites offer a wide range of patient care services and training opportunities, catering to a diverse patient population with a focus on underserved communities.
Overall, the program prides itself on providing residents with a supportive and collegial learning environment, where autonomy is balanced with mentorship and a family-like atmosphere. Residents have the chance to work alongside dedicated faculty who are committed to training the next generation of physicians.
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