Welcome to an in-depth exploration of the Family Medicine Residency Program at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital (ALGH), a cornerstone of Advocate Health Care. Located in Park Ridge, Illinois, our program stands as a beacon for aspiring family physicians seeking comprehensive and enriching postgraduate training. We invite you to delve into the myriad opportunities our residency offers, designed to cultivate well-rounded and proficient family medicine practitioners.
Our program thrives on a collaborative and dynamic team environment within a distinguished hospital and health system. As one of the most established and respected family medicine residencies in the Chicago region, we attract a diverse cohort of enthusiastic residents to our 9-9-9 program structure. This carefully crafted structure ensures a balanced, real-world experience where education and patient service are seamlessly integrated. Our graduates are well-prepared to embark on diverse and successful career trajectories, ranging from solo and group outpatient practices to immediate care settings, academic medicine, hospital-based roles, and specialized fellowships.
The strength of our program is further amplified by our exceptional and energetic faculty. Comprising 14 board-certified family physicians and a doctoral-level clinical social worker, our educators are actively engaged in teaching and practicing alongside our residents. This close mentorship model provides invaluable hands-on learning and professional development. Our faculty boasts specialized expertise in key areas including Adult Down Syndrome, Geriatrics, Lifestyle Medicine, Sports Medicine, Women’s Health, and International Medicine. We are committed to sharing this wealth of knowledge and continuously expanding our expertise into emerging fields, ensuring our residents are at the forefront of family medicine. For those with a passion for sports-related medicine, a dedicated fellowship in Sports Medicine is also available.
Academically, our curriculum is robust and clinically focused, providing rigorous training in both inpatient and outpatient environments. We are dedicated to achieving excellence in patient care and fostering a supportive and nurturing atmosphere for our residents, faculty, and staff. This commitment to mutual respect and a strong sense of community defines our Family Medicine LGH family, creating an exceptional learning and working environment.
We encourage you to explore our website further and get acquainted with our dedicated team. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to connect with you and welcome you to discover if Advocate Lutheran General Hospital’s Family Medicine Residency Program is the right path for your future in family medicine.
