University of Chicago Program
Neurocritical CareUniversity-basedIMG: HIGH
Chicago, IL
6
Positions
$89,776
PGY1 Salary
66.7%
IMG %
Program Overview
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 5501618003
- Program Type:
- University-based
- Total Positions:
- 6
- Interviews:
- 50
Contact Information
Admission Requirements
- Visa Sponsorship:
- J-1 through ECFMG, H-1B
Training Details
Training Structure
- Avg Hours/Week:
- 60
- Max Hours on Duty:
- 28
- Avg 24hr Off Duty:
- 1.00
- Lecture/Conference Hours:
- 4/week
- Night Float:
- Yes
- Faculty Ratio:
- 1.00
Faculty & Teaching Environment
- Total Physicians:
- 6
- Female Faculty:
- 33.30%
Special Features & Unique Opportunities
Our program serves a diverse, underserved population on Chicago's South Side, offering unique exposure to high-acuity cases including penetrating brain injuries and complex neurocritical illness. As the busiest regional level-1 trauma center and comprehensive stroke center, trainee gain valuable hands-on experience managing critically ill patients with limited prior access to care-developing both clinical expertise and health equity awareness.
Program Offers & Benefits
- On-call meal allowance
- Placement assistance upon completion of program into practice, fellowship or academia
Educational Opportunities
- Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
- Economics of health care systems curriculum
- Debt management/financial counseling
- Academic support for USMLE Step 3 preparation
- Off-campus electives
Research Opportunities
Research Rotation
Optional
Salary Progression
$89,776
PGY-1
$89,776
PGY-5
Benefits Package Details
Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Group Life Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Inpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Outpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Residents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Dependents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Location & Lifestyle
Location Overview
Cost of Living & Housing
Demographics & Community
Demographics data not available
Application Information
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 5501618003
- Total Positions:
- 6
- Interviews:
- 50
- Program Type:
- University-based
Contact Information
- Program Website:
- Visit Website
Application Timeline
- Application Period:
- 1/5/2026 - 6/1/2026
- Interview Period:
- 2/17/2025 - 4/17/2026
- Video Interviews:
- Not Available
Application Requirements
- Previous GME Required:
- Yes
- Moonlighting Allowed:
- Yes
Program Start Dates & Match Information
Start Dates
- Available Start Dates:
- July
- July Start Date:
- July 1
Match Information
- NRMP Main Match:
- No
Institution & Program Size Details
Institution Information
Program Size by Year
- First Year Positions:
- 4
- Positions by Year:
- PGY-1:4PGY-2:2
Program Policies & Additional Information
- Smoking Policy:
- Smoking Allowed
- Salary Tax Status:
- No
IMG/DO Friendliness
International Medical Graduates (IMG)
- Years of Graduation Cutoff
- 3 years
- Visa Sponsorship
- J-1 through ECFMG, H-1B
- IMG Percentage
- 66.7%
- IMG Classification
- HIGH
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- DO Percentage
- 16.7%
- DO Classification
- MODERATE
Rankings & Reputation
Program Rankings
This section is currently being developed with comprehensive ranking data and analysis.
Resources & Tools
Advanced Matching Tools
Maximize your match potential with our AI-powered analysis tools