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Residency Curriculim

Our three-year Emergency Medicine residency is built around thirteen 4-week rotations each year.

Residents rotate through four diverse hospital sites and, rather than following rigid tracks, have the flexibility to tailor their schedules to individual interests while completing all required rotations. This personalized approach fosters an individualized training experience aligned with each resident’s career goals. Weekly conferences, held every Thursday from 7 am to 12 pm, further strengthen learning through interactive, high-yield sessions

Rotations:

  • Trauma
  • OBGYN
  • Cardiac Care Unit
  • Medical ICU
  • Pediatric EM
  • EMS/Ultrasound
  • Adult EM- 7 block rotations

Rotations:

  • Trauma
  • Medical/Surgical ICU
  • Pediatric EM
  • Pediatric ICU
  • Adult EM- 8 block rotations

Rotations:

  • Toxicology/Ultrasound
  • Adult EM- 11 block rotations
  • Elective Month

Experiential and Educational Learning

Beyond clinical rotations, residents benefit from hands-on simulation, dynamic conferences, and opportunities for leadership through resident-led committees.

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Learning by Doing
  • At the Simulation and Integrative Learning (SAIL) Institute, residents don’t just observe — they practice.
  • Whether you’re placing a line or managing a code, you’ll train on responsive mannequins — adult, pediatric, and infant — that help you prepare for real patient care. Clinical skills labs and a fully equipped operating room provide you with the space to build and refine your techniques.
Training That Reflects Reality
  • The space can shift between inpatient units and outpatient clinics, matching the kinds of settings you’ll work in every day. It’s hands-on, flexible, and focused on safety and readiness.
Simulation That Goes Beyond Campus
  • Your training won’t stop at UIC. You’ll also have access to simulation centers at Lutheran General and Illinois Masonic, where you’ll keep building skills in new environments.
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Curriculum Designed for Every Stage
  • The morning begins with our BrownCoat Core Curriculum — a dedicated hour focused on foundational topics for PGY1s,  led by faculty.
Independent Learning for Seniors
  • During Core, PGY2s and PGY3s work on asynchronous modules or explore advanced clinical topics, allowing for progressive learning across residency levels.
High-Yield, Hands-On Sessions
  • The rest of the conference includes 20–30 minute lectures, small group discussions, simulations, and procedure workshops — all designed to maximize engagement and retention.

Sites

City of Chicago
City of Chicago

Ours is a Distinctive Multi-Site Training Model

Our program spans four central hospital emergency departments across the Chicago metro area, with over 200K patient visits annually. Training sites include the University of Illinois/UI Health, Little Company of Mary Medical Center, Illinois Masonic Medical Center, and Lutheran General Hospital, offering exposure to diverse patient populations and various institutional cultures in urban, suburban, academic, and community settings.

Resident Led Committees

Resident-led committees play a vital role in strengthening our program by addressing key aspects of education, wellness, and professional development. Through these committees, residents take an active role in shaping the learning environment, driving program initiatives, and fostering a strong sense of community.