Pediatrics

McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Program

Chicago, IL · East North Central

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Program Director

Catherine D Michelson, MD, MMS, MD

Email director

Program Coordinator

Gorden Rhutasel

Email coordinator

Program website

Training Sites

3 hospitals in Chicago

1
Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Chicago, IL
Primary
2
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
Chicago, IL
Sponsor
3
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Chicago, IL
Participant

Score Ranges

USMLE Step 2 CK238 – 270

180205230255280

Level 2 CE data not available

Interview Rates

US MD

42%

US DO

US IMG

Non-US IMG

Applicant Origin

In-State

47%

Out-of-State

26%

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Interview Prep

Common questions for Pediatrics interviews

specialtyWhy pediatrics over internal medicine or family medicine?★ common

clinicalHow do you communicate with children of different ages?★ common

behavioralDescribe a time you had to navigate a difficult conversation with parents.

specialtyAre you considering a subspecialty?

clinicalHow do you handle child abuse situations?

personalTell me about yourself.★ common

specialtyWhy did you choose this specialty?★ common

programWhy are you interested in our program?★ common

behavioralWhat are your strengths and weaknesses?★ common

personalWhere do you see yourself in 5-10 years?★ common

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