University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program
About This Program
Our highly selective fellowship offers rigorous clinical and academic training with a focus on underserved populations, fostering both excellence and compassion. Fellows gain advanced skills in ICU leadership, point-of-care ultrasound, and key procedures. A strong mentorship model and research opportunities support scholarly growth, preparing graduates to lead with expertise and humanity.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Christen Vagts, MD
Univ of Illinois Med Ctr
Primary Program Contact
Susan Hammerschmidt
Univ of Illinois Chicago
Locations
Univ of Illinois Med Ctr
MC 719 Rm 920-N
840 S Wood St
Chicago, IL 60612
1853 W Polk St
Chicago, IL 60612
820 S Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60680
4440 W 95th St
Oak Lawn, IL 60453-4213
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
Does not offer open house or second look
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 Position Type(s) 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 - Nov 30, 2026
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for residents
- Disability insurance for occupationally-acquired HIV
Salary Compensation
Year 4 through Year 6
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 20 Vacation Days and 24 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.