Resident Life
Assuring high quality of resident life is a very high priority for our program. Our residents enjoy each others' company in and outside the hospital. Their schedule allows them to take advantage of the many activities that Rochester and the surrounding region has to offer. Please use the links at right to learn more about these opportunities.
A variety of fun activities take place within our department and our program:
Residency Program Social Events (a partial list)
- Fare-Thee-Welcome Picnic: Each year, after the new PGY1's arrive for orientation and before the graduating PGY3's leave, program faculty, residents, spouses, significant others and families get together to say hello and goodbye.
- Program Happy Hours: Sprinked throughout the year, these evening get-togethers at local venues bring together faculty members, residents, spouses, significant others, and families.
- R1 Retreat: In late September all first-year residents are excused from rotations for a day-long retreat held at beautiful Letchworth State Park, south of Rochester. The morning is spent in small group workshops on topics like "Balancing Personal and Professional Life" while the afternoon is devoted to outdoor activities including white water rafting, hiking, cycling, and golf.
- Department of Medicine Holiday Party: In early January, the department provides coverage for EVERY resident to attend this epic party with fabulous food and lots of dancing.
- R2 Dinner: In the late spring, all R2's go out to dinner with the program directors to relax, have fun, and reflect on what's past and what lies ahead.
- Resident Appreciation Day: Details vary from year to year, but don't be surprised to be served breakfast by the Department Chairs and the Program Director!
- R3 Graduation: Faculty members, spouses, significant others, parents and families celebrate graduating third year residents with a ceremony and dinner at George Eastman House.
- Annual Jeopardy Contest and Awards Ceremony: At the last Grand Rounds each year, a resident team and a faculty team square off for a heated game of medical jeopardy. This is followed by our annual awards ceremony.
