Program Overview

Introduction to the Lake Forest Residency Program

The Lake Forest Residency Program is designed to create future leaders in Family Medicine, with a focus on providing high-quality care and eliminating health disparities. The program combines the resources of an academic medical center with the feel of a community hospital, offering an innovative residency experience.

About the Program

At Lake Forest, the goal is to train doctors who can provide exceptional care in any environment while working to eliminate health disparities. The program's vision is to make a positive impact on the community and the world, ensuring everyone has the chance to reach their full health potential.

Health Equity

The program's vision is to create a better world where everyone has the opportunity to achieve their highest level of health. This is reflected in the program's focus on health equity and its commitment to making a positive impact on the community.

Program Structure

The program is led by Paul Ravenna, MD, Program Director, Family Medicine Residency at Lake Forest. The program includes a range of learning sites, including:

• Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital: a 201-bed community hospital providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient medical and surgical services.
  • Erie HealthReach Waukegan Health Center: delivering culturally sensitive healthcare to medical and dental patients, regardless of their ability to pay.
  • Northwestern Medical Group in Grayslake: bringing exceptional primary care to Lake County communities.

Resident Experience

The program offers a unique and supportive environment, with a focus on resident wellness and a diverse range of training opportunities. Residents have the opportunity to work in a range of settings, from community hospitals to academic medical centers, and to develop their skills in a variety of areas, including:

• Patient care
• Research
• Education
• Community outreach

Curriculum

The program's curriculum is designed to provide residents with a comprehensive education in family medicine, including:

• Clinical skills
• Research methods
• Health equity and advocacy
• Leadership and management

Faculty

The program's faculty are experienced and dedicated professionals, committed to providing exceptional training and mentorship to residents. The faculty include experts in a range of areas, including family medicine, health equity, and research.

Community Partnerships

The program has a strong focus on community partnerships, with a range of collaborations and affiliations with local healthcare organizations and community groups. These partnerships provide residents with opportunities to work in a variety of settings and to develop their skills in community-based care.

Resident Testimonials

Residents in the program have praised its unique and supportive environment, as well as its focus on health equity and community-based care. The program's diverse range of training opportunities and its commitment to resident wellness have also been highlighted as strengths.