Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Pediatrics Residency Program at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria, located at Children's Hospital of Illinois, combines state-of-the-art technology with a dedicated faculty, catering to a diverse patient population. Each year, the program accepts at least 12 residents into its three-year training scheme, designed to foster camaraderie and a family-friendly environment. This residency provides ample opportunities in both general pediatrics and subspecialty training while annually facilitating various community health initiatives.
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Program Details
Specialty
Pediatrics
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Pediatrics Residency Program at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria accepts up to 12 residents each year, with no specific mention of IMG preferences. However, they conduct their interviews virtually starting in October, which can suggest openness to a diverse array of applicants including International Medical Graduates. Further inquiry may be needed to ascertain readiness for helping IMGs with ECFMG certification and visa sponsorship.
Categorical Positions
12
Categorical Positions (detail)
12 residents each year
Program Website
Address
One Illini Drive, Peoria, IL 61605
Program Director
Dr. Bhavana Kandikattu, MD, FAAP
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Current Residents
Overview
The residency program currently has up to 12 PGY-1 MD residents. There is no specific data available about the punctuality of DO residents or the IMG graduates in this specific cohort for the current academic year.
PGY-1 MD
12
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The program features a three-year curriculum with clinical experiences focusing on widely diverse patient populations and pathology, and it includes training in pediatric specialties, innovation in clinical care and research, and wellness experiences.
Application
Applications are accepted through ERAS only. Interviews will be conducted virtually starting in October.
# of Locations
Residents work at Children’s Hospital of Illinois and OSF Saint Francis Medical Center.
Fellowship
The program offers fellowship opportunities in various pediatric subspecialties. Graduates of the program have pursued fellowships across diverse areas related to pediatrics and have had access to training in different specialized fields within pediatric medicine.
Resident Life
Overview
The Pediatrics Residency Program at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is located at Children’s Hospital of Illinois, which is the third-largest children’s hospital in Illinois, providing a diverse patient mix, strong resident camaraderie, and a family-friendly environment.
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# of Years of Program
3 years, accepting up to 12 residents each year.
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Alumni
Alumni typically pursue fellowships across various subspecialties and positions at academic institutions and private practices. Specific alumni outcomes include roles in pediatric critical care, pediatric emergency medicine, and general pediatrics, emphasizing a strong network of successful graduates.
Salary & Benefits
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PGY-1 Salary
60000
Vacation
Residents are allotted time off that varies by level, with specific details typically amounting to 15 days of PTO per year, with unused vacation able to be carried over to the next year, subject to approval. Requests must be made in advance and be in line with scheduling needs.