Fellowship in Reconstructive Urologic Surgery

• Have completed an approved Urology Residency Program.
• Hold a medical degree (MD/DO or equivalent; MBBS or equivalent for international graduates).
• Be eligible for advanced fellowship training in Urology.
• International applicants are welcome with ECFMG certification.
• International applicants must have completed USMLE Step 1 and USMLE Step 2 CK.
• Submit required application documents:
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Headshot photograph
• Personal Statement
• Three Letters of Recommendation
• Standard UIC Graduate Medical Education (GME) application form

The Reconstructive Urologic Surgery Fellowship at the University of Illinois College of Medicine (UICOM), Chicago is a 12-month advanced clinical fellowship focused on specialized training in reconstructive urology, genital reconstruction, and uro-genital dysfunction. The program provides comprehensive exposure to female, functional, and reconstructive urology, with emphasis on complex reconstructive procedures including vaginoplasty, urethroplasty, metoidioplasty, and flap/graft harvesting techniques. Fellows gain hands-on surgical experience, outpatient clinical training, multidisciplinary care exposure, participation in research activities, and academic conferences to develop expertise in advanced reconstructive urologic surgery and prepare for independent clinical practice and future academic roles.

1. Candidates must submit their fellowship application materials to the UIC Department of Urology.
2. Required application documents include:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Headshot photograph
• Personal Statement
• Three Letters of Recommendation
• Standard UIC Graduate Medical Education (GME) application form

1. International applicants are eligible to apply with ECFMG certification and must have completed USMLE Step 1 and USMLE Step 2 CK.
2. Submitted applications are reviewed by the fellowship selection committee.
3. Selected candidates are invited for further discussion/interview.
4. Final selection is based on the applicant’s urology training background, clinical experience, academic achievements, and interest in reconstructive urologic surgery.