Illinois Chicago Hematology-Oncology Hospital-based Rotation

Illinois Chicago Hematology-Oncology Hospital-Based Rotation Overview

Location: Chicago, Illinois
Duration: 4 Weeks
LOR: Performance-based, provided on Hospital Letterhead by the Chairman of the Hematology/Oncology Service.
Specialty: Hematology/Oncology
Type: Inpatient and Hands-On

Rotation Schedule

Monday to Friday:

• Daily Rounds: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  Includes rounds at Insight Hospital Medical Centre and Jackson Park Hospital.
• Optional Saturday Hours available.

Outpatient Clinics:

• 1-2 times a week, approximately 4 hours per session.

Additional Activities:

• Observation of chemotherapy infusions at the infusion center.
• Attendance at didactics, lectures, and grand rounds as scheduled.

Learning Opportunities

• Clinical Skills Development:
  • Perform detailed history taking and physical examinations.
  • Develop differential diagnoses and create assessment and treatment plans under supervision.
• Diverse Patient Care:
  • Interact with diverse patient populations, including hematology, oncology, and internal medicine cases.
• Comprehensive Training:
  • Collaborate with residents, fellows, and faculty.
  • Gain exposure to internal medicine and chemotherapy processes.
  • Participate in discharge planning and patient follow-ups.
• Team-Based Learning:
  • Work alongside multidisciplinary teams, including nurses and residency staff.

Key Highlights

• Hands-On Experience: Immerse yourself in inpatient care with real-world responsibilities.
• LOR Opportunity: Receive a performance-based recommendation letter from the Chairman of Hematology/Oncology.
• Diverse Pathology: Encounter a wide range of hematologic and oncologic conditions.
• IMG-Friendly: Ideal for international medical graduates preparing for the U.S. healthcare system.

Requirements & Documents

• Medical Requirements:
  • MMR
  • PPD (within 6 months)
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
  • Immunization records
• Other Requirements:
  • Updated resume
  • Medical school transcript/ID
  • Professional attire: Casual business attire or scrubs with a lab coat

Payment Policy

• Secure your slot with either full or partial payment (50%).
• Full payment is due 6 weeks before the start date.
• No rescheduling fee if done one month in advance.

Cancellations:

• 50% refund for cancellations made 4+ weeks before the start date.
• No refunds for cancellations within 4 weeks of the start date.

Contact Information

USCE Coordinator:
📞 +1 (914) 424-8043

Enhance your clinical expertise with this dynamic Hematology-Oncology rotation. Gain invaluable hands-on experience, collaborate with residency staff, and advance your career with a U.S. hospital-based learning opportunity. Apply now to secure your spot!