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Program Events
Intern Orientation
- Intern orientation is held a week before the start of intern year.
- Throughout the week, there are social events including a welcome dinner at the home of the Department Chair.
Intern Retreat
- Intern retreat is held in October just for interns
- This retreat, complete with wine tasting and horseback riding, gives the intern class dedicated time together to reflect on their first few months of residency.
Intern BBQ
- Intern orientation is held a week before the start of intern year.
- Throughout the week, there are social events including a welcome dinner at the home of the Department Chair.
Resident Retreat
- The resident retreat is held each spring for all residents.
- During the retreat, residents have the opportunity for wine tasting, and engage in team-building activities.
Holiday Party
The program hosts an annual holiday party in December for all residents to celebrate the holiday season.
End-of-Year Banquet
- The End of the Year Banquet is a celebration to honor our graduating residents, as well as the time for presentation of awards voted by the house staff.
- All residents are invited to attend as well as families of graduating senior residents.
Picnics, BBQs, and Happy Hours
Throughout the year, residents and their families organize a multitude or picnics, BBQs, and happy hours to enjoy the beautiful weather.
Committee on Residency Reform (CRR)
- CRR meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month.
- CRR provides a forum for residents to discuss any aspects of the residency program and to propose/evaluate possible changes to the residency program structure.
- All residents are welcome to attend, and attendance includes nominated class representatives, chief residents, and program directors.
Physician Support
The hospital-wide wellness program provides a peer support system to residents who have experienced difficult cases and to promote wellness and camaraderie.