Rhinology and Skull Base Surgery Fellowship

Overview

Broad-based clinical and research fellowship in adult rhinology and skull base disease, including traditional and endoscopic approaches, at the Northwestern Sinus and Allergy Center.

The programme

Training type

Clinical Fellowship

Duration

1 year

Start

Not stated on official page

Positions

Not stated on official page

Accreditation

Listed on the American Rhinologic Society fellowship program list

Department

Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery

Eligibility and visa

Eligibility

Board-eligible or board-certified in otolaryngology and able to obtain an Illinois medical licence

International applicants

Institution policyYes - IMGs require ECFMG certification and appropriate visa documentation (J-1, or H-1B for exceptional candidates)

Visa support

Institution policyJ-1 (ECFMG) and H-1B; McGaw sponsors H-1B only for candidates of exceptional academic potential with prior approval before ranking/offer (cost borne by the programme)

Licence requirement

Institution policyIllinois temporary (training) medical licence from IDFPR required before any clinical activity or pay (issued up to 3 years, extendable)

How to apply

Deadline

Not stated on official page

Application method

SF Match (Rhinology Fellowship Match)

Funding

Funding

Institution policyMcGaw Medical Center salary 2026-27: PGY-4 $89,096.50; PGY-5 $92,697.20; PGY-6 $95,567.99; PGY-7+ $99,276.90 (PGY-1 $78,488.56), plus $11,000 annual academic stipend

Official sources