University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program
About This Program
We are a large academic center and the largest pediatric hospital in central Illinois, serving a broad and diverse catchment area of over 40 counties. Our simulation center provides a high quality sim experience and the option of a simulation elective or pursuit a Simulation fellowship concurrently. Elective rotations are geared towards learner goals and career paths. We offer flexible schedule, strong Quality Improvement and Patient safety experience and strong mentorship.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Harleena Kendhari, MD
OSF St Francis Med Ctr
Primary Program Contact
Jenny Doerr, BS
OSF St Francis Med Ctr
Locations
OSF St Francis Med Ctr
Pediatric Hospital Medicine Pgm
530 NE Glen Oak Ave
Peoria, IL 61637
One Illini Dr
Peoria, IL 61656
2200 E Washington St
Bloomington, IL 61701
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Main Match of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match
- Urology Match
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Dean's letter)
Required specialty-specific letters of evaluation within total letters of recommendation
Data not provided by program
Medical School Graduation Timeline
No cap on the number of years.
Gap Experience Requirement
Data not provided by program
Resident / Fellow Characteristics
Three year averages. Medical school type does not include graduates of Canadian schools.
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Program Faculty
Faculty Distribution
Work Environment
NA = Not Applicable
NGO = Negotiable
OTH = Other
Visa Status
This program will consider an appropriately qualified applicant with the following visa or visa status. Contact the program for additional information.
Program Size
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Application Due
Nov 1, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Aug 27, 2025 - Oct 31, 2025
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Nov 1, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Aug 24, 2026 - Nov 10, 2026
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for residents
- Major medical for dependents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Dental insurance
- Group life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for HIV
Salary Compensation
PGY-4 through PGY-6
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 15 Vacation Days and 15-20 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.