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 | $78488.56McGaw 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 | $81585.33McGaw 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 | $84333.06McGaw 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 | $89096.50McGaw 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 | $92697.20McGaw 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 | $95567.99McGaw 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 | $99276.90McGaw 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.
- pgy_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
- profile_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
- coordinator_name (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_url (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.