Obstetrics and GynecologyCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Ascension Illinois/Saint Alexius Program

Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, sponsored by Ascension Illinois.

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About Ascension Illinois/Saint Alexius Program

ACGME code
2201621094
Program director
Marko Jachtorowycz
Location
Hoffman Estates, Illinois
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Ascension Illinois/Saint Alexius Program is a community-based university affiliated Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, sponsored by Ascension Illinois. It offers 6 first-year positions, higher than the typical Obstetrics and Gynecology program (5).

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Obstetrics and Gynecology program has 0%. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 79 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care and women's health tracks.

Requirements and screening

USMLE Step 1 is pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the score programs screen on. These are the details IMGs most often need before deciding whether to apply.

  • Step 2 CK minimum score
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

How often applicants were invited to interview, depending on the signal they sent.

  • Gold signal: interviewed0%
  • Silver signal: interviewed0%
  • No signal: interviewed0%
  • Geographic preference matched: interviewed0%
  • Geographic preference not matched: interviewed0%
Positions offered
6
Letters of recommendation
At least 1
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates42%
  • US DO graduates58%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women88%
  • Men12%
  • White92%
  • Asian8%
  • Other8%

Contact and location

Program director
Marko Jachtorowycz
Program coordinator
Melanie Sunseri
Coordinator phone
(224) 299-6939
Program phone
(224) 299-4300
Sponsoring institution
Ascension Illinois

Obstetrics and Gynecology 1555 Barrington Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 Open in Google Maps

Ascension Illinois/Saint Alexius Program: frequently asked questions

Does Ascension Illinois/Saint Alexius Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Ascension Illinois/Saint Alexius Program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Ascension Illinois/Saint Alexius Program IMG-friendly?

Ascension Illinois/Saint Alexius Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Obstetrics and Gynecology program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Ascension Illinois/Saint Alexius Program offer?

Ascension Illinois/Saint Alexius Program offers 6 first-year Obstetrics and Gynecology positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Ascension Illinois/Saint Alexius Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Ascension Illinois/Saint Alexius Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Do program signals help at Ascension Illinois/Saint Alexius Program?

Applicants who sent Ascension Illinois/Saint Alexius Program a gold signal received interviews about 0% of the time, silver signals about 0%, and applicants without a signal about 0%.

Where is Ascension Illinois/Saint Alexius Program located?

Ascension Illinois/Saint Alexius Program is located at Obstetrics and Gynecology 1555 Barrington Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60169. Its sponsoring institution is Ascension Illinois.

Who is the program director of Ascension Illinois/Saint Alexius Program?

The program director is Marko Jachtorowycz. The program coordinator, Melanie Sunseri, is the usual contact for application questions.

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