resident faqs
Resident FAQ:
How do I contact the GME Office?
What visas are accepted?
How often do I have to renew my J-1 visa?
How do I know if my license has been issued?
Where can I have loan deferments completed?
Who provides my malpractice coverage?
How do I go about a name change?
How do I change my address in the system?
Where is Payroll? How do I get paid?
Who do I contact with questions regarding Benefits?
Where can I find Policies and Procedures?
How do I contact the GME office?
LUMC only accepts J-1 non-immigrant visas.
How often do I have to renew my J-1 visa?
Because contracts are issued annually for one academic year only, J-1 visas must be renewed annually through ECFMG.
How do I know if my license has been issued?
You may check your license status on the Illinois State Financial and Professional Development website at https://www.idfpr.com/dpr/licenselookup/default.asp. Choose from the dropdown box for profession either Physician for permanent licensure (036) or Physician Temporary Medical Licensure (125) for a temporary license.
Where can I have loan deferments completed?
Your program coordinator will fill out any loan deferment forms necessary.
Who provides my malpractice coverage?
For verification of malpractice coverage, please contact Trinity, E-mail claimverifications@trinity-health.org or FAX 734-343-3314
How do I go about a name change?
Prior to changing your name at the institution, you must change your name the IDFPR on your medical license.
Bring your legal name change documentation, e.g. copy of marriage certificate, to the GME Office. In order to request a copy of your medical license with your new name, you also must bring a check made out to the IDFPR in the amount of $20. This will be sent to IDFPR by the GME staff, accompanied by your current original temporary license and copies of your name change documentation. It takes at least eight weeks to receive the new copy of your medical license. Your current license will be valid during the time your new license is being processed.
How do I change my address in the system?
Please fill out the attached Data Change Form and give it to your program coordinator. The change will be made in the E-Value Database System. Your coordinator will then forward it to HR/Benefits so your information may be updated in the overall system. Data Change Form
Where is Payroll? How do I get paid?
Your first paycheck will be issued as an actual check. Subsequently, your paychecks should be deposited via Direct Deposit into the account of your choice. Your check stub is made available electronically. Please follow directions on the Direct Deposit form.
Who do I contact with questions regarding Benefits?
Please call the HR/Benefits department at x68727 with your questions.
Where can I find Policies and Procedures?
Resident Handbook: 2011-2012 Housestaff Handbook