Visiting Fellowship Program
Visiting Fellows - Train with the best. Shape the future of Urology
We welcome visiting fellows to participate in a urology learning experience at our main medical campus located in the Illinois Medical District, the largest urban medical district in the country. Fellows can choose between either a clinical fellowship at our hospital and clinics or a basic research experience in our laboratories or the UIC Innovation Center.
Our program is led by a dynamic team of innovative faculty, offering you unparalleled exposure to a wide range of urological specialties—including urologic oncology, reconstructive urology, pediatric urology, robotic surgery, and infertility.
If you choose clinical training, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research projects, contributing to advancements in the field. Whether in the operating room, Innovation Center, or lab, you’ll gain the expertise and experience to excel in your career. You'll also join our network of fellows throughout the world, continuing to work with us in collaborative projects as one innovative family changing healthcare for the better worldwide.
Located just west of downtown in the heart of Chicago, the Illinois Medical District puts you steps away from world-class hospitals, research centers, and vibrant neighborhoods like Little Italy—offering a perfect blend of professional growth and urban living.
Need temporary housing? You can find convenient short-term rentals in the area, so you can focus on your training while enjoying everything the city has to offer. With easy access to downtown, dining, culture, and entertainment, your time here will be as rewarding outside the hospital as it is inside. Train where innovation meets opportunity—in one of America’s greatest cities.
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If you are interested in applying for the Visiting Observership program, please send the following to uroed@uic.edu
- Your CV
- Brief Statement of Interest and also indicate whether you are interested in Clinical or Research Observership.
Visiting Fellowship - Clinical Heading link
We welcome medical students, residents, and other medical professionals who wish to participate in a clinical experience at our hospital and on-site clinics. Your program will be tailored to your individual needs and interests. If you are able to independently obtain an Illinois medical license prior to joining us, you can participate in patient care. If you don’t have a medical license, you may shadow our faculty in their daily clinics, surgeries, seminars, and grand rounds. No matter how you participate, you will learn the cutting edge in the clinical field of your choosing.
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We welcome students, medical professionals, and academicians who wish to participate in a research experience in our world class laboratories or the renowned UIC Innovation Center. According to your interests and needs, you will participate in a modern innovation curriculum, laboratory research, attend seminars, and contribute to future publications. Your program will be tailored to your individual needs and interests. For more information on learning innovation in the UIC Innovation Center, see https://innovationcenter.uic.edu/
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| Duration | Clinical | Non-Clinical (Research) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 - 7 days | $700 | $500 |
| 8 days - 1 month | $1,750 | $1,200 |
| 1 - 3 months | $4,000 | $3,000 |
| Each additional month | $5,000 | $4,000 |
| Rescheduling fee, per occurance | $500 | $500 |
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Included, as applicable:
- Required Health Evaluation
- Required Background Check
- Personalized Lab Coat
- Completion Certificate
Payments made by credit card are subject to a 3.5% surcharge to cover internal processing fees. We also accept wire transfers. Wire transfers may have associated fees, which can be higher than those for other payment methods.