Wellness Initiatives
Wellness Initiatives
Social Events
- Group social events throughout the year that include partners and families and are sponsored by the program (e.g., Zoobrew, ice skating, movie nights, etc.)
Parties
- Welcome Picnic, Holiday Party, End of Year/Graduation Party
- Clinical responsibilities covered
- Cost covered
Food
- Catered lunch at Noon Conference: daily-healthy options that meet resident dietary needs/preference
- Morning bagels: Bagels once weekly during Grand Rounds or EBM Conference
- Post-night float breakfast
- Meal money for overnight shifts
- Weekend snack basket
Time Off
- Personal Days (2/year)
- Time off (4 days) for winter holiday annually
- Vacation (total of 4 weeks)
Didactics
- Debrief Sessions
- Program Director & Chief Chats (monthly)
- Morbidity and Mortality conferences
Mentorship
- Big/Little Program with interns and residents
- Faculty Mentors
- 1 of the 4 program directors meet with you at least twice annually throughout your training
Education
- Program-funded resources: Harriet Lane, PREP, AAP membership, numerous electronic resources through the University of Rochester
- Educational stipend each year
- Cost covered for interns to take STEP/COMLEX 3
- MedStudy subscription for board review for all third-year residents
Physical Space
- Resident Lounge: comfortable setting with artwork, couches, etc.
- Private call rooms
- Residency office with the people, food, and snacks you need
Personal Admin
- Financial Wellness sessions
- Local Pro List: Recommended physicians, professionals, etc.
