Welcome to an in-depth look at the Family Medicine Residency Program at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital (ALGH), a cornerstone of Advocate Health Care, located in Park Ridge, Illinois. We invite you to explore the exceptional opportunities that our residency program provides, designed to cultivate well-rounded and highly competent family physicians.
Our program stands out due to its vibrant and collaborative team environment within a leading hospital and health system. As one of the most established and respected family medicine residencies in the Chicago area, we attract a diverse and enthusiastic group of residents each year to our comprehensive 9-9-9 program. At Advocate’s family medicine residency, you’ll gain invaluable experience in a practical setting that perfectly balances rigorous education with meaningful patient service. Our graduates are well-prepared to embark on a wide spectrum of successful career paths, from independent outpatient practices and urgent care centers to academic medicine, hospital-based roles, and specialized fellowships.
The strength of our program is further amplified by our dedicated and diverse faculty. Comprising 14 board-certified family physicians and a doctoral-level clinical social worker, our educators are actively involved in both teaching and practicing alongside our residents. This close collaboration ensures a rich learning experience grounded in real-world application. We boast specialized expertise in crucial areas such as Adult Down Syndrome, Geriatrics, Lifestyle Medicine, Sports Medicine, and Women’s Health, as well as International Medicine. Our faculty is passionate about sharing this knowledge and continually expanding our expertise into emerging fields within family medicine. For those with a passion for sports-related medicine, a dedicated Sports Medicine fellowship is also available, offering an avenue for further specialization.
Our curriculum is intentionally robust, providing strong clinical training in both inpatient and outpatient environments. We are deeply committed to excellence in patient care and equally dedicated to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment for our residents, faculty, and staff. The cornerstone of our program is the profound respect we hold for each member of our team and our unwavering belief in the strength of our Family Medicine LGH family.
We encourage you to delve deeper into our website to truly get acquainted with our team and the comprehensive offerings of the Advocate Health Care Program Family Medicine Residency. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to connect with you and answer any questions you may have as you consider the next step in your medical career.
For a closer look at our facilities and learning environment, we invite you to take a video tour of the Family Medicine Residency Program.
