Combined Residency in Emergency Medicine and Internal Medicine

The Combined Emergency Medicine/Internal Medicine (EM/IM) Residency Program at the University of Illinois College of Medicine (UICOM), Chicago is a 5-year dual-accredited residency program designed to provide comprehensive training in both emergency care and internal medicine. The program integrates clinical experiences in Emergency Medicine and Internal Medicine through rotations across multiple hospitals, including academic, Veterans Affairs (VA), and community-based healthcare settings. Residents gain expertise in acute care, critical care, inpatient medicine, outpatient continuity care, emergency procedures, and management of complex medical conditions. The curriculum includes structured didactics, simulation training, EM/IM conferences, journal clubs, teaching opportunities, and quality improvement activities, preparing graduates for dual board eligibility in Emergency Medicine and Internal Medicine and careers in emergency departments, hospital medicine, critical care, academic medicine, and leadership roles.

1. Submit Application through ResidencyCAS

• Applicants must apply through the ResidencyCAS application system.

1. Submit Required Application Documents

• Official medical school transcripts
• Official examination transcripts (USMLE Step 2 or COMLEX Level 2 scores required)
• Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE)
• Minimum three letters of recommendation (including one SLOE preferred)
• Personal Statement

1. Application Review

• The EM/IM Residency Selection Committee reviews submitted applications and selects candidates for further evaluation.

1. Interview Process

• Selected applicants are invited for a virtual interview with the program. Interviews are conducted during the residency recruitment season.

1. NRMP Match Process

• Applicants must register with the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP).
• Final appointments are made through the NRMP Match process.

1. Joining the Program

• Matched candidates complete required onboarding formalities and begin the 5-year Combined Emergency Medicine/Internal Medicine Residency Program