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Resident's Comments
Craig Higgs, MD
Medical School:  Southern Illinois University

I chose the Medicine-Pediatrics program in Peoria for several reasons. After interviewing throughout the Midwest, I found our program to have exceptional balance between the categorical programs, education and patient care, and work and play. I was impressed with the volume and variety of patients encountered, and the availability of top-notch specialty services. The strength and number of local primary care providers and specialists who are Med-Peds trained is remarkable. They are a valuable resource for residents both during residency and beyond. Because of that influence, and along with its longevity, our program has its own identity while maintaining good relationships with our parent programs. The biggest attractions, however, are the people involved with the program and the Peoria area itself. Not only do we have an excellent working relationship amongst the residents, we also get together outside the hospital for recreational sports leagues, a variety of organized outings, and small events on a whim. The city of Peoria is an ideal place to live as a resident. The cost of living is very reasonable given the compensation, and we are able to afford nice houses in safe neighborhoods, where many raise families. At the same time, we are able to participate in the all of the arts, sports, dining, recreation, and entertainment that Central Illinois has to offer. Thanks for looking at our program, and please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions you might have.
 

Mark Wolfmeyer, MD
Medical School:  University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria

If you are at all interested in Med-Peds, the program here in Peoria definitely deserves a close look. Our program is extremely well supported by the hospital and is integrated seamlessly into the departments of medicine and pediatrics. The program staff is fantastic and does a great job helping us through all the hassles of residency. OSF Saint Francis Medical Center and the Children's Hospital of Illinois have a huge referral base which gives us exposure to a wide variety of pathology. In addition, the close working relationship we enjoy with the attending faculty and sub-specialists gives us ample opportunities for learning. Besides the great educational and service components of our program, there are other aspects that are just as important and I believe we excel in all of them. Other residents should not just be your coworkers, but should also be your friends and we certainly have that type of atmosphere here. The Peoria area is a great place to live and have a family. There are ample recreational opportunities, good schools, and a very affordable cost of living. All in all, our program is second-to-none, and I hope you come to visit to experience it for yourself.
 

Kate Venable, MD
University of Nebraska College of Medicine

Before I came here for residency, I heard through another Med/Peds program director that "the Med/Peds residents at Saint Francis are the stars." And now that I work here, I see what was meant by this comment. The people in our program are quality - in skill and knowledge, in character, in commitment to excellence in patient care. Our program has existed for 25 years and that gives a stability and recognition that provides a very positive environment in which to grow as a Med/Peds physician. This was one of the most attractive elements about the program to me. I appreciate having attendings that are Med/Peds trained, a large group of fellow residents, and the recognition from hospital staff and other residents who know that Med/Peds has been a strong program here for many years. We mesh well with both the Medicine and Pediatrics categorical residents and are an equal presence in both departments.


 
 

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