• Daily cardiology rounds on the medical floors, ICU, and CCU
• Monday to Friday: Approximately 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Students rotate at Jackson Park Hospital during Weeks 1 and 3
• On rotation weeks, days may extend from 9 a.m. to 4–5 p.m.

Clinical Responsibilities

During your rotation, you will:

• Take detailed histories and perform physical examinations on consulted cardiology patients
• Review labs, EMR notes, and imaging
• Evaluate:
• EKGs
• Echocardiograms (ECHO)
• Stress Tests
• Other cardiology diagnostics
• Formulate assessments and treatment plans and discuss them with the attending physician
• Assist in facilitating patient care by communicating orders with nursing staff
• Participate in a 100% inpatient, hospital-based cardiology rotation

Weekend Rounding (Optional)

• Students may join the attending for Saturday/Sunday rounds
• Weekends are optional, not mandatory
• Schedules are subject to change based on the cardiology attending’s availability

Outpatient & Academic Components

• Hospital-based outpatient clinics: 1–2 times per week, approx. 4 hours each
• Required academic activities may include:
• Didactics
• Lectures
• Grand rounds
• Zoom teaching sessions conducted by the Head of Cardiology
• Additional learning includes EKG interpretation and observation of ECHOs and stress tests

Overall Learning Experience

This rotation offers a comprehensive cardiology exposure designed for medical graduates who aim to become strong, effective residents.
You will encounter a wide variety of cardiac conditions and learn their diagnosis, management, and treatment. The program is specifically structured to prepare international medical graduates (IMGs) for the US clinical environment and the USCSE through hands-on clinical experience under the supervision of teaching attending physicians. At the end of the 4-week rotation, students may request a performance-based Letter of Recommendation on hospital letterhead.

Clinical Skill Development

Throughout your rotation, you will:

• Interact with diverse patient populations
• Perform detailed histories and physical examinations
• Review labs and clinical notes
• Formulate differential diagnoses
• Develop and execute management plans under supervision
• Participate in discharge planning and care coordination

Duration and LOR Opportunity

• Although the core rotation spans 2 weeks, the workload is comprehensive and days are long
• Students will still receive a 4-week LOR from the department chair upon completing the rotation

Combination Rotation Option

To maximize the experience:

• Students can complete an Internal Medicine rotation in Weeks 2 and 4
• This allows earning two Letters of Recommendation in one month
• Total cost: $3150
• Includes $250 savings
• Additional ~$2000 savings on rent, accommodation, food, and transport
• Details available under Combination Rotation #1 on the homepage