 The residency at UIC is divided into two distinct periods:
- One year-of general clinical training (clinical base year or internship)
- Three years of clinical anesthesia training
The clinical anesthesia training is further divided into:
- Basic anesthesia training ( CA-1)
- Subspecialty anesthesia training ( CA-2)
- Advanced anesthesia training ( CA-3)
Our department offers three modes of entry.
The first two are through the National Resident Match Program (NRMP). Fourth year medical students can choose to match for positions at either the PGY-1 level or the CA-1 level. Those entering at the PGY-1 level will do their internships at the UIC Medical Center and at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center. Those students matching for the CA-1 level will do their internship (clinical base year) elsewhere.
The third mode of entry is by individual application outside the NRMP. This can be for entry at any level. It is a common mode of entry for physicians with prior training such as an internal medicine resident or a pediatrician switching to anesthesiology.
We understand that unique situations arise and we maintain a very flexible attitude. We frequently will let you start your CA-1 training in mid-year to accommodate unusual situations.
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