Our UConn Acute Care Surgery Fellowship fully recognizes the importance of the well-being of our fellows. We support and foster a healthy work-life balance, and are supportive of all domains, including the emotional, physical, and social, financial, occupational, environmental, spiritual and intellectual well-being of our fellows. We recognize that we all need support in the challenging decision we make and during the difficult periods that inevitably arise. We encourage our residents to prioritize their mental and physical well-being in an effort to reduce burnout and build resilience.
RESIDENT BENEFITS
Mentorship
Every fellow is assigned a faculty mentor at the start of the fellowship and has the ability to select their own if they choose to. The mentor meets with the fellow regularly to offer support for their individual professional growth and development and support any concerns for well-being.
Free Counseling
Free confidential counseling is available to all fellows, with information given on how to access this during their training.
Fellow of the Year Award
One fellow each year receives a certificate and a cash award of $1000 based on clinical inquiry, outstanding patient care, research, and education of peers, students, and faculty.
Additional Benefits
- Embroidered UConn White Coats
- $2,000 stipend for educational resources such as books, laptops, phones, etc.
- $1000 in travel funds to attend one educational conference.
- Resident Parking at all training sites
- ATLS and ATOM fees covered with instructor status possible
- On-campus gym membership
Social Events
We have organized social events, such as our holiday party, Hartford Yard Goats (AAA baseball) outing, bowling nights, and fellow graduation celebrations.
Social Media: Instagram, @uconn_hh_acssccfellowship
UConn School of Medicine Graduate Medical Education is committed to supporting the well-being of all our residents and fellows during their training. For a full list of resources offered through UConn Health, the Capital Area Health Consortium and the broader community, please visit the Graduate Medical Education Office Well-Being website.
