Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The UICOM at Peoria Internal Medicine Residency Program emphasizes comprehensive clinical education, fostering a supportive environment for residents to thrive. The program seeks to train competent and compassionate physicians capable of addressing the needs of diverse patient populations. With a focus on innovative medical education and community engagement, residents are well-prepared for future challenges in internal medicine care.
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Moderate Competition
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Program Details
Specialty
Internal Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program appears to be IMG-friendly, as it did not have any explicit restrictions mentioned regarding International Medical Graduates. The program accepts residents from various medical schools and seems to support ECFMG certification, which is a positive sign for IMG applicants.
Categorical Positions
15
Categorical Positions (detail)
Program Website
Address
530 Northeast Glen Oak Avenue, Peoria, IL 61637
Program Director
Dr. Martisok
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident roster consists of 8 PGY-1 MD residents, 2 PGY-1 DO residents, and 3 PGY-1 residents identified as International Medical Graduates (IMGs). The diversity in the residency allows for a robust training experience, fostering collaboration among residents of various backgrounds.
PGY-1 MD
Currently, there are 8 PGY-1 MD residents enrolled in the program, all from either US medical schools or international medical institutions for the current academic year.
PGY-1 DO
Currently, there are 2 PGY-1 DO residents enrolled in the program, all from US or international osteopathic medical schools for the current academic year.
PGY-1 IMG
Out of the current cohort of PGY-1 residents, 3 are recognized as International Medical Graduates (IMGs).
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Our mission is to train residents in all facets of internal medicine through innovations in medical education, research, community outreach, and clinical care. We are grounded in educating residents to provide not only the best care for patients, but also to be the most caring doctors and we are uniquely positioned to connect rural and metropolitan communities with excellence in academic medicine.
Application
Application for the residency program may include submission of transcripts, letters of recommendation, and an application form through ERAS. The application deadline is generally in December, and interviews typically take place from January to March.
# of Locations
1
Fellowship
The residency program offers a variety of fellowship opportunities for its graduates. Recent alumni have pursued subspecialties in cardiology, gastroenterology, and pulmonary medicine, among others. Affiliated institutions provide extensive career development resources to assist residents in post-graduate planning, including options for academic and clinical positions post-residency.
Resident Life
Overview
A pinnacle of clinical medicine with a down-to-earth attitude
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
3
Housing
The residency program does offer some housing support, including stipends or partnered housing options for residents. However, specific details may vary depending on the year visited.
Alumni
Graduates of the program often pursue fellowships in various specialties, academic positions, and private practice. Many alumni work in urban centers and rural areas, contributing to both community health and medical education.
Salary & Benefits
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PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
Residents are generally allotted 3-4 weeks of paid vacation per year, though specifics can vary. Any unused vacation days do not carry over into the next year.