The Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital is dedicated to delivering an exceptional and rigorous academic and clinical training experience. Our mission is to cultivate board-eligible graduates who possess outstanding general cardiology expertise, ready to excel in their careers.
Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship Tour
Our comprehensive 3-year program integrates a wide spectrum of advanced technologies, with a strong emphasis on developing practical skills in physical diagnosis and cognitive decision-making, grounded in evidence-based strategies. Our distinguished Cardiovascular Disease faculty are actively involved in the fellows’ daily learning through rounds, didactic sessions, inpatient and outpatient diagnosis and management, and various conferences. This close interaction ensures personalized mentorship and robust training.
Upon completing this fellowship, fellows will have fulfilled all necessary training requirements to confidently sit for the ABIM cardiovascular disease board certification exam. We are proud to report a consistent 100% 5-year rolling pass rate, reflecting the program’s effectiveness and the fellows’ dedication.
Aligned with the ACGME Program Requirements and Milestones, the American College of Cardiology’s COCATS4 training guidelines, and Entrustable Professional Activities, our fellowship curriculum is meticulously designed to impart fundamental and advanced clinical knowledge, procedural proficiency, sound clinical judgment, unwavering professionalism, and essential interpersonal skills. Graduates will emerge as accomplished specialists, well-prepared for independent practice in both private clinical settings and academic centers.
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital’s consistent recognition by Thompson-Reuters as a 100 Top Hospital for 14 times, and its distinction as a top 30 U.S. teaching institution with a cardiovascular disease fellowship, underscores its commitment to cardiovascular excellence. This national acclaim highlights our exceptional cardiovascular services, renowned clinical expertise, and our teaching hospital’s advanced capabilities. We are committed to pioneering work with cutting-edge technologies in heart disease treatment and the pursuit of groundbreaking cardiac research.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion is central to our purpose of enabling people to live well. We are driven by a firm commitment to transform our workplace and communities. We firmly believe that a diverse workforce, coupled with strong patient and community relationships, empowers us to deliver equitable care for all, bridge existing gaps, foster a thriving and inclusive environment, and ensure consistent and fair outcomes for everyone we serve.
