Chief Residents' Message
Thank you for your interest in the Northwestern University Anesthesiology Residency Program. We're proud to offer a training experience that combines rigorous clinical exposure, innovative education and a supportive collegial environment, all in the heart of downtown Chicago.
Our residents rotate through a variety of connected facilities, including the Feinberg Pavilion, Lavin Pavilion, Prentice Women’s Hospital and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, each offering unique opportunities in general, regional, pediatric and obstetric anesthesia. The Chronic Pain and Pre-Operative clinics round out the clinical experience, and those interested in trauma can elect to rotate at Cook County Stroger Hospital, one of the largest trauma centers in the country.
We tailor our education model to the needs of modern anesthesiologists. Residents benefit from protected learning time, a dedicated CA-1 lecture series, weekly half-days, simulation training and subspecialty-focused sessions. Our curriculum continues to evolve, including point-of-care ultrasound and case supervision training.
We are also committed to advancing our field and remaining a leader in anesthesiology. Residents receive mentorship from our excellent faculty and elective time for scholarly projects, often presenting at regional and national society meetings. Through Northwestern’s Global Health Scholars program or independent humanitarian missions, residents have recently traveled to the Dominican Republic to provide care in obstetric and trauma settings.
There is no better place to spend your residency years than Chicago. We plan consistent resident outings (e.g., dodgeball, axe throwing, beach volleyball) and annual events (e.g., a welcome BBQ, Halloween party, graduation party). With world-class dining, nightlife, professional sports, street festivals, concerts, museums and lakefront access just steps away, Chicago offers something for everyone.
Our graduates match into top fellowships and are competitive applicants in both academic and private practice. Many also return to Northwestern, a testament to the strenght of our culture and the training they experienced.
We wish you all the best in your residency applications, and we thank you for considering Northwestern Anesthesiology.