Author- Bre Murray (PGY-1) When I moved to Chicago from Minnesota for residency I didn’t realize how many awesome neighborhoods there were to choose from. I ultimately settled on West Town and I love it. The neighborhood is full of awesome corner bars, bookshops, and coffee shops. If you’re a dog person, you’re guaranteed toContinue reading “Neighborhood Snapshot #18 – West Town/Noble Square”
Category Archives: Neighborhood Snapshots
Neighborhood Snapshot #17 – Back to the Burbs
Author- Daniel Strama, PGY3 As you begin to decide on where you want to live during your time in residency you have many options to consider. The city has its benefits but so do the suburbs. I currently live in Willow Springs, IL which is one of the southwest Suburbs. One of the best partsContinue reading “Neighborhood Snapshot #17 – Back to the Burbs”
Neighborhood Snapshot #16 -South Loop
Author: Dima Jaber, PGY1 Welcome to South Loop! Choosing a neighborhood to live in was the most stressful part of starting residency for me – I wanted to live somewhere walkable without adding too much to my drive to work. I also wanted to live in the city without sacrificing green space. South loop hasContinue reading “Neighborhood Snapshot #16 -South Loop”
Neighborhood Snapshot #15 – River North
Christian Roa PGY-1 Hometown: Miami, FL I think river north is the pinnacle of Chicago city living. Me and my partner chose this area so she can walk to work, and we would have plenty to do on our days off. River north has endless bars, restaurants, and coffee shops. It’s a great place ifContinue reading “Neighborhood Snapshot #15 – River North”
Neighborhood Snapshot #14 – South Loop
Author: Caresse Vuong, PGY1 I moved from sunny San Diego to full-seasoned Chicago, and here are some highlights of where I live and some of the nearby adventures I’ve gone on so far! I live in the South Loop – easy walk or bike-ride to everything downtown and a 25-30 minute commute to the hospital.Continue reading “Neighborhood Snapshot #14 – South Loop”
Neighborhood Snapshot #13 – South Loop
Author: Teagan Settelmeyer, PGY-1 Moving from Oregon during a pandemic was tricky. Considering that my wife and I never toured the building or even the neighborhood we now live in ahead of time, we are so happy with our decision. We live in the southern part of south loop, right in the middle of a triangle created by Grant park,Continue reading “Neighborhood Snapshot #13 – South Loop”
Neighborhood Snapshot #12 – Pilsen
Author – PGY3 Manuel Bernal Mejia Known for it’s rich Latinx culture, Pilsen has plenty to offer including a surplus of local restaurants, music, and art. I may be biased but when it comes to food, Mexican food is definitely the best, and lucky for me, the Pilsen culinary community has perfected this to aContinue reading “Neighborhood Snapshot #12 – Pilsen”
Neighborhood Snapshot #11 – South Loop
Author: PGY2 Maria Eberle I have lived in cities most of my life and walking is my favorite method of transportation. South Loop offers everything you need within walking distance. Trader Joe’s is only a couple blocks from my apartment which is a highlight for me. Every other grocery store you could want is aContinue reading “Neighborhood Snapshot #11 – South Loop”
Neighborhood Snapshot #10 – Palos Park
Author- PGY2 Tom Grudowski Do you like peace and quiet? Nature, hiking and biking? Also, still plenty of concerts, fests and dining? Then the Southwest suburbs are the place for you!! I live in Palos Park, which is about a 20-25 min drive south of the hospital. The drive is very easy, minimal traffic. For us, theContinue reading “Neighborhood Snapshot #10 – Palos Park”
Neighborhood Snapshot #9 – Streeterville
Author – PGY-2 Monica Logan Why I love my neighborhood? My husband and I grew up in Alaska and went through medical school by way of the University of Washington School of Medicine Alaska WWAMI Program. Since he was a year ahead of me, he applied broadly across the country to general surgery residency soContinue reading “Neighborhood Snapshot #9 – Streeterville”
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