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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
00

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

City & State
Dixon, IL
Metropolitan Area
Dixon, IL Metropolitan Area
Geographic Region
East North Central
Metropolitan Population
12,757,634

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

Nominal Salary
$63,846
Cost-Adjusted Salary
$56,501
Value Rating
Average
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
Program Website:
Visit Website
More Information:
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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-1:2
PGY-2:2
PGY-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

Rankings & Reputation

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