OSF Saint Katharine Medical Center

Introduction

Located in rural northern Illinois, OSF Saint Katharine offers a rigorous and rewarding Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency (PM&S-36) designed to develop confident, competent, and compassionate foot and ankle surgeons prepared to lead in both their profession and their communities. We hold our residents to a high standard. This program is demanding, requiring hard work, focus, and resilience; but we believe that greatness is not achieved alone. What sets OSF Saint Katharine apart is our deeply rooted culture of teamwork, mentorship, and mutual support. Our residents, faculty, and staff consistently prioritize one another, fostering a collaborative environment where growth is accelerated and excellence is shared. Residents at OSF Saint Katharine are immersed in all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery, from initial clinical evaluation to complex surgical reconstruction and post-operative care. You will gain hands-on experience in: Forefoot and rearfoot reconstruction and revision Pediatric foot and ankle pathology Internal and external fixation techniques Foot and ankle trauma management Total ankle joint replacement Peripheral Nerve Surgery The program integrates high surgical volume with robust clinical training and a strong didactic curriculum. Faculty provide daily teaching and real-time feedback, promoting academic advancement and clinical confidence. Participation in research is required, and scholarly inquiry is strongly encouraged. Our program is frequently cited as one of the best in the country, something we attribute directly to the culture we’ve built. Faculty volunteer their time, patients, and mentorship to invest deeply in resident success. Our residency coordinator plays a vital role in ensuring every resident feels seen, heard, and supported. And most importantly, our residents lift each other up; choosing every day to work as a team, push one another to grow, and make personal sacrifices in service of collective success. We ask a lot of our residents and in return, we offer a training experience that is as transformative as it is challenging. At OSF Saint Katharine, you won’t just graduate with surgical skills, you’ll graduate with lifelong mentors, meaningful friendships, and the kind of professional confidence that only comes from being part of something greater than yourself. Join us if you’re ready to work hard, grow fast, and become more than you thought possible. OSF Saint Katharine is located approximately 90 minutes from Chicago, 45 minutes from Rockford, and 45 minutes from the Quad Cities, offering the benefits of rural training with access to urban resources.

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