Pediatrics

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program

Chicago, IL · East North Central

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Contact

Program Director

Meghan E Harding, DO, BS

Email director

Program Coordinator

Diane Arce, BA

Email coordinator

Program website

Training Sites

2 hospitals in Chicago

1
University of Illinois Hospital and Clinics
Chicago, IL
Primary
2
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago
Chicago, IL
Sponsor

Score Ranges

USMLE Step 2 CK222 – 252

180205230255280

COMLEX Level 2 CE417 – 575

400500600700800

Interview Rates

US MD

62%

US DO

67%

US IMG

Non-US IMG

Applicant Origin

In-State

65%

Out-of-State

31%

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Interview Prep

Common questions for Pediatrics interviews

specialtyWhy pediatrics over internal medicine or family medicine?★ common

clinicalHow do you communicate with children of different ages?★ common

behavioralDescribe a time you had to navigate a difficult conversation with parents.

specialtyAre you considering a subspecialty?

clinicalHow do you handle child abuse situations?

personalTell me about yourself.★ common

specialtyWhy did you choose this specialty?★ common

programWhy are you interested in our program?★ common

behavioralWhat are your strengths and weaknesses?★ common

personalWhere do you see yourself in 5-10 years?★ common

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