Dear Prospective Applicant,
Thank you for your interest! Athletic trainers increasingly work with orthopaedic surgeons in clinical and surgical settings, but specialized training opportunities remain rare. Our 13-month residency provides this critical clinical and surgical experience.
Application Period and Start Date:
Applications are accepted from December 1, 2025 through March 15, 2026 for the residency starting August 1, 2026.
Application Requirements:
— Completed residency application form (Download Application Here)
— Official Athletic Training Program transcript
— Resume or curriculum vitae
— Cover letter describing interest in program, career goals, and plans post-residency
— Two letters of recommendation
— Proof of Board of Certification (BOC) prior to May of residency year
— Proof of Illinois Athletic Trainer licensure or completed application
— CPR certification equivalent to BOC standard
How to Submit Your Application:
Please submit your completed application and all required materials either by mail or digitally through the Athletic Training Centralized Application Service (ATCAS).
Mailing Address:
OTRF Athletic Training Residency Program
c/o Dr. Steven Chudik
1010 Executive Court, Suite 250
Westmont, IL 60559
Fax: 630-920-2382
Email: contactus@chudikmd.com
Digital Application via ATCAS:
Visit https://atcas.cas.myliaison.com/applicant-ux/#/login
1. Create an account
2. Add the OTRF Athletic Training Residency Program to your selected programs
3. Please note that ATCAS charges $99 for the first program you apply to and $55 for each additional program.
Applying through ATCAS allows you to conveniently upload all required documents in one place.
Incomplete or late applications submitted by either method will not be accepted.