Dr. Abou Cham

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Abou Cham is a Clinical Assistant Professor specializing in Surgery with a focus on Digestive Health. He is involved in innovative surgical training and education, contributing significantly to the advancement of clinical practices in his field. Abou is dedicated to enhancing the educational experiences of medical students, particularly in the area of surgical techniques. His work emphasizes the integration of new surgical methodologies into medical training, ensuring that students are well-prepared to tackle contemporary challenges in surgery. He is also actively engaged in research related to surgical outcomes and patient care improvements.

Research Interests

Requirements for Carle Illinois College of Medicine

Doctorate Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited U.S. or Canadian institution 3 semesters of General/Organic Chemistry with lab 1 semester of Biochemistry 2 semesters of Biology with lab 1 semester of Advanced Biology (Physiology or Systems Biology) 2 semesters of Physics with lab Humanities/Social Science coursework 1 semester of Statistics 2 semesters of Calculus Multivariate Calculus Differential Equations Linear Algebra
Application Checklist
  • AMCAS Primary Application
  • Secondary Application (Portfolio and Video Essay)
  • MCAT Scores (Minimum 498)
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 to 4 Letters of Evaluation
  • Personal Statement
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Specialization Notes

Carle Illinois College of Medicine follows a single integrated MD curriculum across all departments. All listed departments contribute to this 'engineering-infused' medical program. Note: Currently, only U.S. citizens or permanent residents are considered for the MD program, thus typical international language exams (TOEFL/IELTS) are not applicable for standard admission.