Train with nationally recognized leaders in maternal-fetal care through a unique collaboration between the University of Chicago and Endeavor Health. Our ACGME-accredited program prepares fellows to become clinically exceptional, research-engaged and compassionate MFM subspecialists.
Our program is sponsored by the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine.
The Maternal Fetal Medicine Fellowship is a three-year, ACGME-accredited program that integrates the clinical strengths and academic resources of two major institutions: Endeavor Health and the University of Chicago. Fellows train in high-volume, demographically diverse environments with exposure to both community-based and academic care.
Key features include:
- Advanced procedural training including amniocentesis, CVS, PUBS, vaginal breech extraction, cerclage and operative delivery
- Multidisciplinary clinics such as OB/Cardiology, MFM/Endocrinology and the Fetal-Neonatal Care Clinic
- Access to 19 board-certified MFM faculty across both institutions
- Opportunities for electives in endocrinology, cardiology, neonatology, fetal echocardiography, humanities and more
- 12 months of protected research time and participation in the NICHD-sponsored MFM Unit Network
Program structure & curriculum
- Core clinical rotations in high-risk obstetrics at both sites
- Introduction to ultrasound, prenatal diagnosis and family planning
- Begin protected research time (minimum 12 months across program)
- Rotations in fetal echocardiography, genetics, pathology and surgical consultation
- Expanded electives and multidisciplinary clinics
- Deepen research involvement and thesis development
- Leadership in consult services and specialized clinics
- Finalize and present research projects
- Continued elective and procedural experience
- Weekly Friday protected didactics
- Monthly journal clubs and chapter reviews
- Quarterly simulation sessions (e.g., amniocentesis, medical emergencies, perimortem cesarean)
- Fellowship book club with expert-led discussions
- Fellows may also apply for:
- MacLean Center Fellowship in Clinical Medical Ethics
- MSPH for Clinical Professionals
- Summer Program in Outcomes Research Training
Eligibility:
Applicants must be board-eligible or certified in obstetrics and gynecology and eligible for J-1 visa sponsorship.
Application process:
Submit all required materials via ERAS by April 28, 2025. Interview notifications will be sent by May 19 with interviews scheduled for:
- July 11 & 18
- August 8 & 22
Match Day: October 1, 2025
Required documents:
- ERAS application
- Personal statement
- Four letters of recommendation (including one from your residency program director and one from your Ob-Gyn chair)
- Dean’s letter / MSPE
- Medical school transcripts and diploma (plus English translation if applicable)
- USMLE/COMLEX transcript
- Valid ECFMG certificate (for international graduates)
- CREOG scores and diploma (to be submitted directly to the program)
Training occurs across two distinct clinical environments:
- University of Chicago Medical Center, Hyde Park
- Level III referral center with >39,000 annual deliveries in its catchment
- Focus on academic medicine, research infrastructure and complex cases
- Endeavor Health sites, including Evanston Hospital
- High-volume community care with advanced perinatal services
- Home to the 13,000 sq ft Grainger Simulation Center
Leadership
- Erin Tran, MD – Program Director
- David Ouyang, MD – Associate Program Director
- Andrew Rausch, MD – Site Director, University of Chicago
Medical education coordinator
- Tina Patricio-Espina, MBA – tpatricio-espina [at] northshore.org (tpatricio-espina[at]northshore[dot]org)
Life as a fellow
Fellows thrive in a safe, nurturing learning environment that combines guided instruction with dynamic clinical practice. Our program supports each fellow’s unique interests while fostering growth through mentorship, education and hands-on experience
Fellows receive a competitive salary and full benefits through the University of Chicago GME.
Access to academic resources, simulation facilities and dedicated research support at both institutions.
Weekly didactics, journal clubs, simulation, interdisciplinary case reviews and book club.
Ample vacation time and wellness resources at both UC and Endeavor Health sites.
Tina Patricio-Espina, MBA
Medical Education Coordinator
tpatricio-espina [at] northshore.org (tpatricio-espina[at]northshore[dot]org)
(847) 570-2252
2650 Ridge Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201
Current fellows
- Nafiah Enayet, MD – UNC / MAHEC (PGY5)
- Nonye Imo, MD – UT Southwestern (PGY6)
- Stephanie Turcios, MD – UCSF (PGY6)
- Luke Burns, MD – UC San Diego / University of Michigan (PGY7)
Recent fellows
- Rachel Ruderman, MD, MPH graduated and is Maternal-Fetal Medicine faculty member at Advocate Lutheran General.
