McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
The McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Plastic Surgery-Integrated residency in Chicago, IL is listed by AAMC with ERAS status “Participating” for the 2027 cycle. Use the official program page for curriculum, training sites, eligibility, and current contacts.
About the program
Six-year integrated plastic surgery residency admitting two residents annually. Training includes approximately four and a half years of dedicated plastic surgery rotations and complementary surgical experience.
Summarized from the program’s official website. Confirm details with the program.
PGY salaries
Published annual salaries or stipends in USD for the academic year shown. Check the notes and official source for included allowances, separate benefits, and effective dates. Institution schedules apply only where the program confirms coverage.
| Level | Academic year | Annual salary (USD) | Applies to | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | 2026-2027 | $78,488.56McGaw salary; the published PGY-7 rate also applies to higher PGY levels. Separate academic and transportation stipends excluded. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-2 | 2026-2027 | $81,585.33McGaw salary; the published PGY-7 rate also applies to higher PGY levels. Separate academic and transportation stipends excluded. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-3 | 2026-2027 | $84,333.06McGaw salary; the published PGY-7 rate also applies to higher PGY levels. Separate academic and transportation stipends excluded. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-4 | 2026-2027 | $89,096.50McGaw salary; the published PGY-7 rate also applies to higher PGY levels. Separate academic and transportation stipends excluded. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-5 | 2026-2027 | $92,697.20McGaw salary; the published PGY-7 rate also applies to higher PGY levels. Separate academic and transportation stipends excluded. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-6 | 2026-2027 | $95,567.99McGaw salary; the published PGY-7 rate also applies to higher PGY levels. Separate academic and transportation stipends excluded. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-7 | 2026-2027 | $99,276.90McGaw salary; the published PGY-7 rate also applies to higher PGY levels. Separate academic and transportation stipends excluded. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
Sources and verification
Research last checked October 11, 2026. Missing information is not an estimate.
- Salaries (verified, 2026-10-11): Official institution-wide resident schedule for academic year 2026–2027. McGaw salary; the published PGY-7 rate also applies to higher PGY levels. Separate academic and transportation stipends excluded. Source 1
- Contact email (verified, 2026-10-11): Program coordinator email explicitly listed for Plastic Surgery (Integrated) in the official McGaw directory. Source 1
- Program length (verified, 2026-10-11): Verified on the official specialty residency page. Summary is original; training lengths distinguish advanced specialty years from prerequisite training. Source 1
- Summary (verified, 2026-10-11): Verified on the official specialty residency page. Summary is original; training lengths distinguish advanced specialty years from prerequisite training. Source 1
- Program coordinator (verified, 2026-10-11): McGaw official training directory lists coordinator: Mackenzie Krueger for Plastic Surgery (Integrated). Source 1
- Program director (verified, 2026-10-11): McGaw official training directory lists director: Marco Ellis, MD for Plastic Surgery (Integrated). Source 1
- Positions per year (verified, 2026-10-11): Verified on the official specialty residency page. Summary is original; training lengths distinguish advanced specialty years from prerequisite training. Source 1
- Official program website (verified, 2026-10-11): Matched specialty residency link in the official GME directory; fetched destination and verified its residency title. Canonical redirect URL retained. Source 1 Source 2
Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Marco Ellis, MD
- Program coordinator
- Mackenzie Krueger
Program and application links
Review the official program page for training sites, curriculum, eligibility, required documents, deadlines, interview policy, visa sponsorship, and current openings.
About Plastic Surgery-Integrated residency training
Plastic Surgery-Integrated residency training typically lasts 6 years.
An integrated pathway: applicants enter plastic surgery directly from medical school.
This specialty has historically been among the more competitive in the Match. The NRMP’s Charting Outcomes in the Match reports show current applicant and match statistics by specialty.
General information about the specialty, not a statement about this program. Confirm details with the program.
How to apply to this residency
- Register with ERAS, the application service of the AAMC, and with the NRMP Main Residency Match.
- Apply to this program through ERAS during the application season, with the documents it asks for.
- If you interview here, rank the program on your NRMP rank order list by the deadline; Match results are released in March.
Deadlines, required documents, interview policy and visa sponsorship differ between programs and years. The program’s own website is the authority.
Prepare your application
- The NRMP Residency Match, explained
- Residency interview preparation: a four-week plan and question bank
- Residency interview strategies for USMLE candidates
- How to create a resume or CV for residency
- The Dean's letter (MSPE): what it is and how to get it from your medical school
- After the interview: highlight your strengths and send thank-you letters
- NRMP ranking algorithm & rank-list strategy
- Save money on USMLE and interview travel
- Study books by exam
- International medical graduates: ECFMG and visas
Questions to ask this program
Strong applicants use the interview to learn how a program trains its residents. Questions worth asking:
- How much autonomy do residents have at each training level, and how is supervision handled?
- Where do graduates go next: practice, fellowship or academic positions? Ask for recent examples.
- What are the call and night-float schedules, and how many hours do residents typically work?
- How are residents supported in preparing for board exams, and what is the program’s recent pass rate?
- What research, quality improvement or teaching opportunities are protected with time?
- What benefits, parental leave and wellness support does the program provide?
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Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to the McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Plastic Surgery-Integrated residency?
This directory lists the program in the NRMP Main Residency Match. Use the program and application links on this page for the current instructions, deadlines and required documents.
How long is the McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Plastic Surgery-Integrated residency?
The program length recorded for this entry is 6 years. Confirm it with the program.
How many positions does the McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Plastic Surgery-Integrated residency offer?
The directory records 2 position(s) per year. Positions can change from year to year, so confirm for the cycle you are applying to.
What does the McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Plastic Surgery-Integrated residency pay?
Published salaries are listed in the PGY salaries table on this page, with the academic year and official source.