University of Illinois College of Medicine (Rockford) Rural Program
Family MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedIMG: HIGH
Dixon, IL(Dixon, IL Metropolitan Area Metro)
6
Positions
#586
Specialty Rank
$63,846
PGY1 Salary
33.3%
IMG %
#586
Family Medicine Ranking
24th Percentile
Top 76% of programs
Program Overview
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 1201611675
- NRMP Code:
- 2268120C1YOG
- Program Type:
- Community-based university affiliated
- Total Positions:
- 6
- Interviews:
- 30
Contact Information
Admission Requirements
- Years of Graduation Cutoff:
- 3 years
- Visa Sponsorship:
- H1B, J1
Training Details
Training Structure
- Avg Hours/Week:
- 60
- Max Hours on Duty:
- 16
- Avg 24hr Off Duty:
- 1.5
- Lecture/Conference Hours:
- 6/week
- Night Float:
- Yes
- Vacation Days:
- 20
- Sick Days:
- 10
- Faculty Ratio:
- 0.60
Faculty & Teaching Environment
- Total Physicians:
- 4
- Non-Physician Staff:
- 1
- Part-Time Physicians:
- 1
- Female Faculty:
- 66.7%
- Ambulatory Non-Hospital:
- 30%
Special Features & Unique Opportunities
Our full-spectrum FM program in a supportive, community-focused environment with a strong payer mix and diverse patient population. Residents receive hands-on training in outpatient, inpatient, OB, and procedures. With personalized electives, integrated behavioral health, and strong faculty mentorship, our curriculum prepares graduates for confident, independent practice in any setting. Enjoy small-town warmth with big outdoor adventures, just a short drive from Chicago and the Quad Cities.
Program Offers & Benefits
- Free parking
- On-call meal allowance
- iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance
Educational Opportunities
- Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
- Academic support for USMLE Step 3 preparation
- International experience/global health
- Resident/fellow retreats
- Off-campus electives
- Hospice/home care experience
Research Opportunities
Research Rotation
Required
Duration
999 weeks
Salary Progression
$63,846
PGY-1
$66,094
PGY-2
$68,347
PGY-3
Benefits Package Details
Dental Coverage:Available, Not Paid By Institution
Disability Insurance:Available, Not Paid By Institution
Group Life Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Inpatient Mental Health:Available, Not Paid By Institution
Outpatient Mental Health:Available, Not Paid By Institution
Major Medical (Residents):Available, Not Paid By Institution
Major Medical (Dependents):Available, Not Paid By Institution
Location & Lifestyle
Location Overview
Cost of Living & Housing
- Cost of Living Index
- 113(US avg: 100)
- Median Home Price
- $264K
- Median Monthly Rent
- $1.2K/mo
- Median Household Income
- $37K
- Rent as % of Resident Salary
- 23.0%(FREIDA)
Demographics & Community
- Metropolitan Population
- 12,757,634
- Median Age
- 53 years
- Bachelor's Degree or Higher
- 0.51
- Poverty Rate
- 13.0%
- Unemployment Rate
- 7.0%
Climate & Weather
Summer
83°F
Winter
53°F
Sunny Days
290 days
Precipitation
56"
Humidity
78%
Local Cost of Goods & Services
Coffee
$4.68
Restaurant Meal
12.48
Gas (per gallon)
$4.06
Gym Membership
46
Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025
Application Information
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 1201611675
- NRMP Code:
- 2268120C1YOG
- Total Positions:
- 6
- Interviews:
- 30
- Program Type:
- Community-based university affiliated
Contact Information
- Program Director:
- Gregory D Reckamp
- Email:
- dixonrtt@ksbhospital.com
- Program Website:
- Visit Website
- More Information:
- More Information
Application Timeline
- Application Period:
- 9/1/2026 - 11/30/2026
- Interview Period:
- 10/13/2026 - 1/19/2027
- Video Interviews:
- Not Available
Application Requirements
- Required Letters:
- 4
- Moonlighting Allowed:
- Yes
Examination Requirements
USMLE Requirements
- Step 1 Required:
- No
- Step 2 Required:
- No
COMLEX Requirements
- COMLEX Level 1:
- Yes
- COMLEX Level 2:
- Yes
Program Start Dates & Match Information
Start Dates
- Available Start Dates:
- July
- July Start Date:
- July
Match Information
- NRMP Main Match:
- Yes
- NRMP Codes:
- 2268120C1
Institution & Program Size Details
Institution Information
- Institution:
- Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital
- Primary Teaching Site:
- Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital
- Contact Person:
- Melanie Rick
- Contact Email:
- mrick@ksbhospital.com
Program Size by Year
- First Year Positions:
- 2
- Positions by Year:
- PGY-1:2PGY-2:2PGY-3:2
Program Policies & Additional Information
- Smoking Policy:
- Smoking Allowed
- Salary Tax Status:
- Yes
- Paid Leave Days:
- 30
- Unpaid Leave Days:
- 60
IMG/DO Friendliness
International Medical Graduates (IMG)
- Years of Graduation Cutoff
- 3 years
- Visa Sponsorship
- J-1 through ECFMG
- IMG Percentage
- 33.3%
- IMG Classification
- HIGH
- IMG Specialty Percentile
- 48th percentile
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- DO Percentage
- 16.7%
- DO Classification
- MODERATE
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