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Internal Medicine and Family Practice rotations: 2 rotations in one month, both inpatient and hospital-based

Jackson Park Hospital (Rosalind Franklin University) , Chicago, Illinois

4 Weeks (with 2 weeks in IM and 2 weeks in FP )
FMG-Friendly
Letter of Recommendation included
In-patient Hands-on
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  • Location & Details

Hospitals: Jackson Park Hospital (Rosalind Franklin University Affiliated)

City, State: Chicago, Illinois

Duration: 4 weeks (2 weeks Internal Medicine + 2 weeks Family Medicine)

Rotation Type: Inpatient, hospital rounds, hands-on, 100% clinical

Max Students: 4–6 per faculty

Includes: EMR access + notes practice

Internal Medicine: 100% inpatient daily rounds

Family Medicine: 80% inpatient, 100% hospital rounds + 20% outpatient

Rotation Setting: Inpatient, daily rounds, hands-on, EMR, fully engaging
Specialty: Internal Medicine + Family Practice

  • Schedule & Capacity

Jackson Park Hospital (2 weeks): 3–4 hours daily

Clinical Areas: ICU, Critical Care, Internal Medicine floors

EMR Access: Yes, with note-writing privileges

Hands-on: 100% clinical experience

Hospital Rounds: Every day, Monday to Friday, plus clinics as per schedule

Weekend Requirements: Occasional — you may be required to come in on a Saturday or Sunday

  • Educational Value

LOR Type: Two individualized Letters of Recommendation on hospital letterhead from two separate attending physicians

Residency Program: Present at both hospitals

FMG-Friendly: Yes — hands-on roles with residents and fellows. Designed for IMGs.

Educational Value: LORs issued on university/institution letterhead, based on performance, sincerity, and attendance

Clinical Experience Includes:

  • EMR access

  • Hands-on experience

  • Clinical note documentation

  • EMR documentation

  • Financial Overview

Rotation Fee: $3,250

Included in Fee: Application, malpractice insurance, HIPAA credentialing, and fee for both rotations

Accommodation: Available

  • Double occupancy: $850

  • Single occupancy: $1,250

Accommodation Distance: Walking distance to both hospitals

  • Unique Advantage: 2 LORs from 2 Hospitals in 1 Month
  • Two separate Letters of Recommendation from two different teaching hospitals in just 4 weeks – no extra month needed for a second LOR!
  • Both LORs carry official faculty designations from teaching hospitals affiliated with Rosalind Franklin University and University of Chicago.
  • Perfect for applicants short on time to complete USCE targeting NRMP match.

Save $1,500 – $2,000 by combining rotations:
• Rent ($700–$800)
• Transportation & Food ($500–$700)
• Time – no need to spend an extra month for a second LOR
Total Savings: $1,500 – $2,000

  • Physician Affiliations

Jackson Park Hospital – Rotation Description

Teaching Faculty:

  • Chief of Service, Internal Medicine – Teaching faculty at hospital with residency program (Rosalind Franklin University affiliated)

  • Internal Medicine Attending Physician – Affiliated with the hospital and the affiliated university in Chicago

  • Family Medicine Attending Physician – Affiliated with the university hospital and serving as Program Director or faculty of the Family Medicine Residency Program

Rotation Schedule:

  • Hospital inpatient daily rounds (typically 9 AM – 1 PM, subject to change)

  • Students will attend clinics as and when notified

  • Students may be required to attend one to two weekend days (Saturday and/or Sunday) as notified

Important Notes:

  • Timings are subject to attending physician’s schedule

  • The final schedule will be communicated at the start of the rotation

Academic Activities, Clinical Exposure & Training

As per the rotation description. Includes clinical skills development, training, and learning objectives as outlined in previous rotation descriptions.

  • Rotation Breakdown
  • Jackson Park Hospital (2 Weeks)
  • Internal Medicine with Chief of Service
  • 3–4 hours daily
  • ICU and floor rounds
  • Patient interaction, full H&P, assessment & plan
  • Real-time case discussions with attending
  • 100% hands-on experience
  • University of Chicago AdventHealth Glen Oaks Hospital (2 Weeks)
  • Internal Medicine with Chief of Internal Medicine / Neurology Dept. / Nephrology Dept
  • 4–6 hours daily
  • ICU, Critical Care, and floors
  • Exposure to complex cases from University of Chicago affiliated hospital
  • 100% hands-on experience
  • Clinical Responsibilities & Learning

As part of the clinical team at both hospitals, students will:

  • Interact with diverse patient populations
  • Perform detailed history taking and physical examinations
  • Review labs, imaging, and EMR notes
  • Formulate differential diagnoses
  • Create assessment and treatment plans under attending supervision
  • Follow up on assigned patients daily
  • Participate in discharge planning and execution
  • Work alongside residents, fellows, and nursing staff
  • Learning Experience Overview

This rotation provides a unique, hands-on clinical learning experience for medical graduates committed to becoming effective residents. It is specifically designed to prepare international medical graduates (IMGs) for the US clinical environment. Students function as clinical learners under the supervision of teaching attending physicians at two prestigious teaching hospitals.

  • Letter of Recommendation – Dual LOR Advantage

At the end of the 4-week rotation, eligible students may request performance-based Letters of Recommendation from the respective attending physicians — one in Family Medicine and one in Internal Medicine.

  • LOR 1: From Chief of Service at Jackson Park Hospital (Rosalind Franklin University affiliated)
  • LOR 2: From Chief of Internal Medicine/Neurology/Nephrology at University of Chicago AdventHealth Glen Oaks Hospital

Both LORs carry official faculty designations from teaching hospitals affiliated with Rosalind Franklin University and University of Chicago. LORs are based on performance, sincerity, and attendance.

  • Cost Breakdown

Item

Cost

Notes

Rotation Fee

$3,250

Includes Application, Malpractice, and HIPAA/Credentialing Fees

Accommodation (Single)

$1,250

Shared room, 3-5 min walk from hospital

Accommodation (Double)

$850

Shared room, 3-5 min walk from hospital

Estimated Total

$4,500 - $4,100

Rotation + Accommodation

  • Accommodation resources available to assist in securing rental units within walking distance to both hospitals. Single occupancy also available upon request.
  • Available Slots
Start anytime with overlapping months:
  • June / July
  • July / August
  • August / September

(Choose 2 overlapping months as per your convenience)

  • Requirements & Documents

Applicants must submit the following documents to: info@medicalstudentrotation.com

  • MMR
  • PPD (within the last 6 months)
  • COVID-19 vaccination proof
  • Full immunization records
  • Resume
  • Casual business attire, scrubs, or lab coat
  • Hospital & Residency Information

Jackson Park Hospital: Rosalind Franklin University affiliated – has residency program.

Are the Hospitals FMG-friendly?
Yes – both have supportive environments with residents and Fellows, and hands-on roles for IMGs.

  • Payment & Refund Policy
  • You can book your rotation before 2 months of rotation start date by paying $350 deposit which will be counted towards your total rotation fees. If cancelled, it is nonrefundable.
  • ⁠Full rotation fee payment is due 2 months before the rotation start date.
  • You can also pay the entire rotation fee at the start without putting a deposit down.
  • ⁠50% if the total fees paid will be refunded if rotation is canceled before 4 weeks of the start date.
  • No refunds after that (within 4 weeks of start date).
  • Dual Hospital Experience

Two Teaching Hospitals: Gain experience at both a Rosalind Franklin University affiliated hospital and a University of Chicago affiliated hospital.

Complex Cases: Exposure to a wide range of pathology at both sites.

Academic Environment: Work with teaching faculty from two major academic institutions.

EMR Access: Note-writing privileges at both hospitals.

Begin Application Process

Ensure you have all required documents ready. Submit documents to info@medicalstudentrotation.com

Requirements & Policies

What you need to know before applying

Submit all documents to ✉ info@medicalstudentrotation.com

Required documents

Submit before rotation start

  • ✓ MMR & Hepatitis vaccination records
  • ✓ PPD (within last 6 months), Quantiferon, or IGRA
  • ✓ COVID-19 vaccination proof
  • ✓ Full immunization records
  • ✓ Resume / CV
  • ✓ Copy of passport and visa

Hospital & affiliation

Jackson Park Hospital

Hospital Park Hospital (Jackson Park Hospital)
Affiliation Rosalind Franklin University & Chicago Medical School
Setting Inpatient, hands-on
Experience Fully engaging with OR experience
Dress code Casual business attire, scrubs, or lab coat

Payment & refund policy

Rotation fee and deposit structure

Deposit to secure spot

$350

Credited toward total fee · non-refundable if cancelled

Full payment deadline

2 months before start

Or pay the full fee upfront — no deposit needed

  • Book your rotation up to 2 months before the start date by paying the $350 deposit, which counts toward your total fee.
  • Full rotation fee is due 2 months before the rotation start date. You may also pay the entire fee upfront without a deposit.
  • 50% refund available if the rotation is cancelled more than 4 weeks before the start date.
  • No refund for cancellations within 4 weeks of the start date.