McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Program
About This Program
Our program stands out for its focus on comprehensive training in a diverse urban setting. Fellows experience a varied patient population, allowing hands-on engagement with complex hematologic and oncologic cases. Our curriculum combines advanced clinical instruction with innovative research opportunities. Close mentorship from esteemed faculty and access to pioneering clinical trials empower fellows to develop expertise and leadership skills, preparing them for success in their future careers.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Sunandana Chandra, MD, MS
Northwestern Memorial Hosp
Primary Program Contact
Abbey Mastroianni, MPH
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Locations
Northwestern Memorial Hosp
Ste 2300
541 N Fairbanks Ct
Chicago, IL 60611-3378
420 E Superior St
Chicago, IL 60611
820 S Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60680
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match (i.e., Joint Service Graduate Medical Education Selection Board, Military Selection Board)
- SAU/AU Match (i.e., Urology Match)
- None
Open House
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Deans letter)
Required Letter Writers
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
- Program Director
Medical School Graduation Timeline
No cap on the number of years.
Gap Experience Requirement
Data not provided by program
Resident / Fellow Characteristics
Three year averages. Medical school type does not include graduates of Canadian schools.
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Program Faculty
Faculty Distribution
Work Environment
NA = Not Applicable
NGO = Negotiable
OTH = Other
Visa Status
This program will consider an appropriately qualified applicant with the following visa or visa status. Contact the program for additional information.
Program Size
PGY-1 Positions Not Offered
PGY-2 Positions Not Offered
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Program Starts Reviewing Applications
Application service release date
Interview Offer Dates
Aug 1, 2026 - Aug 31, 2026
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for residents
- Major medical for dependents
- Major medical for domestic partners
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Dental insurance
- Group life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for occupationally-acquired HIV
Salary Compensation
Year 4 through Year 7
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 28 Vacation Days and 10 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.