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Combination Clinical Rotation
2/1 Hospitals. 2 LORs. in 1 Month.

The most efficient way to build your USCE — hands-on inpatient rotations at one / two US teaching hospitals, two separate faculty LORs on official letterhead, all within a single calendar month.

2Hospital Sites
2Faculty LORs
4Weeks Total
100%Hands On Hospital Based
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🎓 Rosalind Franklin University Affiliated
🏥 University of Chicago AdventHealth UOC Glen Oaks
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2 Clinical Rotations in 1 Month – Medical Student Rotation
What Is This?

What Is a Combination Rotation for IMGs?

A combination rotation (combo rotation) is a structured USCE program where an IMG completes rotations at one / two different US teaching hospitals within a single month — earning two separate faculty LORs and maximising clinical exposure without extra time or cost and saving you money.

Each rotation is for 2 weeks, but the rotations are for longer hours; you will get credit for the whole month. The combination rotation will start every month. You will receive one letter dated for the current month and another will be in the following month.

For IMGs applying to the NRMP Main Residency Match, US Clinical Experience is one of the most important differentiating factors. Program Directors consistently favour applicants who have meaningful, hands-on, inpatient experience at accredited teaching hospitals with strong LORs from physicians holding official faculty designations.

At Medical Student Rotation, all combination packages are 100% inpatient and hands-on, at hospitals with active residency programs, supervised by Chairmen, Chiefs, or Heads of Department.

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Save $1,500 – $2,000

Avoid a second month of rent ($700–$800), transportation, food, and travel. Two LORs for the price of one extended stay.

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Two Strong LORs in One Month

Each LOR is written on official hospital letterhead by teaching faculty — the kind Program Directors value most in ERAS applications.

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Flexible Start Dates

Begin any month of the year. Choose 4-week blocks that fit your ERAS timeline, Step exam schedule, or visa window.

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100% Hands-On & Inpatient

Hospital rounds, ICU/floor exposure, patient H&P, EMR access, and direct interaction with attending physicians.

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IMG & FMG Friendly

Both hospital sites are welcoming environments for international graduates. Visa support letters provided on request.

Our Combination Plans

3 Combination Rotation Options in Chicago

Each plan gives you two full weeks at two accredited teaching hospitals, two individualised faculty LORs, and 100% inpatient hands-on experience — all within one month.

Combination Plan 1

Rosalind Franklin University Affiliated Hospital

Jackson Park Hospital · Chicago, IL

📍LocationChicago, Illinois
⏱️Duration4 weeks (2 weeks per hospital)
🩺Week 1–2Jackson Park Hospital with Chief of Internal Medicine and ICU service, including floor rounds, H&P, EMR, case discussions
🩺Week 3–4Jackson Park Hospital with the Chairman of Cardiology, Nephrology, or Infectious Diseases.
📋Type100% hands-on, inpatient
📝LORs2 individualised LORs on hospital letterhead from 2 separate Rosalind Franklin University attending physicians
🏥Residency✅ Both hospitals have active residency programs
🌍FMG Friendly✅ Yes
Key Advantage: Two distinct Rosalind Franklin University–affiliated inpatient experiences with ICU exposure, floor rounds, patient H&P, and EMR access at each site.
$3,200
Combined fee · excludes accommodation
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Plan 2 · Popular

UOC Glen Oaks Hospital
+ Rosalind Franklin University

Jackson Park Hospital + Advent Health UOC Glen Oaks · Chicago, IL

📍LocationChicago, Illinois
⏱️Duration4 weeks (2 weeks per hospital)
🩺Week 1–2Jackson Park Hospital (Rosalind University) with Chief of Service — ICU & floor rounds, H&P, EMR, case discussions
🩺Week 3–4Advent Health UOC Glen Oaks (Univ. of Chicago) with Chief of IM / Neurology / Nephrology — ICU & Critical Care
📝LORs2 LORs from one / two different hospital letterheads — Rosalind Franklin & University of Chicago
🏥Residency✅ Both hospitals have active residency programs
Save $1,500–$2,000: Combined rent ($700–$800) + transport & food ($500–$700) saved. Both hospitals are within walking distance of suggested housing.
$3,200
Combined fee · excludes accommodation
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Combination Plan 3 · Most Popular

Advent Health UOC Glen Oaks
— Choose Any 2 Sub-Rotations

University of Chicago AdventHealth UOC Glen Oaks Hospital · Chicago, IL

📍LocationChicago, Illinois
⏱️Duration4 weeks — choose any 2 of 3 sub-rotations
🔬IM 5IM / Neurology — Professor & Chairman of Internal Medicine & Neurology, 100% inpatient, ICU & critical care, daily hospital rounds
🫀IM 6Internal Medicine — Ex-Chairman, Dept. of Medicine; hospital, clinic & nursing home rounds, EMR access
💧IM 7IM / Nephrology — Professor of Medicine, 100% inpatient; LOR can be issued in IM or Nephrology
📝LORs2 LORs on University of Chicago AdventHealth UOC Glen Oaks hospital letterhead from Chairmen / Heads of Department
Unique Flexibility: Customise your LOR specialty — Internal Medicine, Neurology, or Nephrology — to align with your target residency program.
$3,200
For 2 sub-rotations · excludes accommodation
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Side-by-Side

Compare All Three Combination Plans

Not sure which plan suits you? Use this table to match the right option to your application needs.

Feature Combo 1 – Rosalind University Dual Combo 2 – UOC Glen Oaks + Rosalind University Combo 3 – UOC Glen Oaks (Choose 2)
Duration4 weeks (2+2)4 weeks (2+2)4 weeks (2+2)
No. of LORs✅ 2 LORs✅ 2 LORs✅ 2 LORs
Hospital AffiliationRosalind Franklin UniversityRosalind University + University of ChicagoUniversity of Chicago
Hospitals with Residency Programs✅ Both✅ Both✅ Yes
Specialty OptionsIM / Cardiology / Nephrology / NeurologyIM / Neurology / Nephrology / CardiologyIM, Neurology, or Nephrology
One / Two Different Hospital LetterheadsNo✅ YesNo (same hospital)
ICU / Critical Care Exposure✅ Yes✅ Yes✅ Yes
EMR Access✅ Yes✅ Yes✅ Yes
LOR Specialty CustomisationIM / Neurology / Nephrology / CardiologyIM, Neurology, or NephrologyIM, Neurology, or Nephrology
Walking-Distance Housing Available✅ Yes✅ Yes✅ Yes (5 min walk)
FMG / IMG Friendly✅ Yes✅ Yes✅ Yes
Rotation Fee$3,200$3,200$3,200
Rotation Fee + Accommodation$4,000$4,750$4,000
Simple Process

How to Enroll in a Combination Rotation

Getting started is straightforward. Here's what the process looks like from inquiry to your first day on the wards.

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Choose Your Plan

Pick Combination 1, 2, or 3 based on your specialty preference, LOR needs, and target programs, or whether you need accommodation or not.

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Confirm & Pay

Full payment is due 8 weeks before your start date. 50% refund if cancelled more than 4 weeks prior.

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Submit Documents

Email MMR, PPD, COVID vaccination, immunisation records, and your resume to info@medicalstudentrotation.com.

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Start Rotating

Begin inpatient rounds on day one. LORs are written based on performance and attendance.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything IMGs typically want to know before enrolling in a combination rotation in the USA.

What exactly is a combination clinical rotation for IMGs? +
A combination rotation (or combo rotation) is a USCE program where you complete hands-on inpatient training at one / two different US teaching hospitals within a single 4-week period. You receive two separate Letters of Recommendation from one / two different attending physicians — doubling your LOR count without doubling your time or cost.
Why are combination rotations better than two separate single rotations? +
Two separate back-to-back rotations mean two months of rent, food, transportation, and time away from home. A combination rotation delivers the same outcome — two strong inpatient LORs — in one month. Most students save between $1,500 and $2,000 by choosing a combo plan.
Are these LORs accepted by US residency programs? +
Yes. All LORs are written on official hospital letterhead by attending physicians holding faculty designations at their respective teaching institutions (Rosalind Franklin University or University of Chicago AdventHealth). LORs are individually written based on your performance, sincerity, and attendance — not generic templates.
Do both hospitals in the combo plans have residency programs? +
Yes. All hospitals and their affiliates in our plans have active residency programs. Program Directors view LORs from hospitals with residency programs as more credible, since the attending physicians regularly evaluate residents.
Can I get an LOR in a specialty other than Internal Medicine? +
Yes, your LOR can be issued in Internal Medicine, Neurology, or Nephrology — letting you tailor your application to your target specialty.
What documents do I need to start the rotation? +
You will need: MMR vaccination records, a PPD test (within 12 months), COVID-19 vaccination proof, full immunisation records, and your resume/CV. All documents should be emailed to info@medicalstudentrotation.com. Business casual attire, scrubs, or a lab coat are required for clinical days.
What is the accommodation situation for combination rotations in Chicago? +
A rotation fee + accommodation option is available. Accommodation is in a fully furnished house, within 5 minutes walking distance.
When can I start? Are there set start dates? +
Combination rotations are available on a rolling basis throughout the year. You can start the rotation on the 7th, 14th, 15th, or 21st of the month. Contact MSR on WhatsApp at +1-312-437-7866 for current availability or any questions.
What is the refund policy if I need to cancel? +
Full payment is due 8 weeks before the rotation start date. A 50% refund is issued if you cancel more than 4 weeks before the start date. No refund is available for cancellations within 4 weeks of the start date.
Is a combination rotation right for me if I'm an FMG with older USMLE scores? +
A combination rotation is especially valuable for FMGs with older exam scores or a gap in clinical activity. Two recent hands-on inpatient LORs from US teaching hospitals with residency programs demonstrate continued clinical engagement and directly address concerns Program Directors may have about applicants who graduated several years ago.

Ready to Get Your 2 Hospital LORs in 1 Month?

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