Embarking on your journey to become a family medicine physician? Advocate Health Care Program’s Family Medicine Residency, particularly at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois, offers a robust and comprehensive training experience. This program utilizes the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) for application submissions, ensuring a streamlined and organized process for prospective residents.
Navigating Your Application Through ERAS
The ERAS platform, managed by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), is your central hub for applying to our Family Medicine Residency. We encourage all interested applicants to familiarize themselves with the ERAS system well in advance of the application deadlines. The AAMC website (https://www.aamc.org/students/medstudents/eras) provides extensive resources and guidance to help you navigate the application process effectively, including crucial information on deadlines and the residency match process.
Our interview season typically commences in mid-October. We initiate application reviews as soon as ERAS opens, prioritizing candidates who have submitted complete applications. To ensure your application is considered in the initial review phase, please submit your materials as early as possible. The firm deadline for application submission through ERAS is November 1st. In alignment with AAMC recommendations, all interviews will be conducted virtually, ensuring accessibility and safety for all applicants.
Our NRMP program code for Family Medicine Residency is 2117120C2. Please ensure you use this code when applying.
Essential Academic Requirements
We maintain specific academic standards for both Allopathic and Osteopathic applicants to ensure our residents are well-prepared for the rigors of family medicine.
Allopathic Applicants (MD)
- USMLE Step 1: A passing score is required on the USMLE Step 1 examination, achieved within no more than two attempts.
- USMLE Step 2: A minimum score of 214 is required on the USMLE Step 2 examination, also to be achieved within a maximum of two attempts. It is imperative that your USMLE Step 2 score is submitted through ERAS by February 1st.
Osteopathic Applicants (DO)
- COMLEX Level 1: A passing score on the COMLEX Level 1 examination is mandatory, achieved within a maximum of two attempts.
- COMLEX Level 2 CE (Cognitive Exam): A minimum score of 400 is required on the COMLEX Level 2 CE examination, attainable within two attempts. Submission of your COMLEX Level 2 scores via ERAS by February 1st is essential.
Further Eligibility Criteria for All Applicants
Beyond academic qualifications, we have additional criteria to ensure a cohesive and effective residency cohort:
- Medical School Graduation: To maintain current clinical knowledge and skills, graduation from medical school should be within the last two years. Recent clinical activity in a medical practice is essential. Please note that research time and observerships are not considered qualifying clinical involvement.
- Residency Status: Applicants must be permanent residents of the United States or hold a Green Card. We are unable to accept H1, J1 Visas, or any other visa types, including EAD.
- English Language Proficiency: A strong command of the English language is crucial for effective communication with patients and colleagues.
- ECFMG Certification: International medical graduates must possess ECFMG certification prior to being considered for an interview.
- Interview Invitations: Interviews are offered by invitation only. Preference is given to graduates of U.S. Medical Schools, reflecting our commitment to training physicians within the US healthcare system.
Advocate Health Care Program’s Family Medicine Residency is dedicated to fostering the next generation of family medicine leaders. We encourage all eligible and passionate candidates to apply and join our community of dedicated healthcare professionals.
