At the University of Connecticut Nephrology Fellowship program we aim to create a culture of well-being by supporting our fellows to maintain healthy work-life balance, and pursue healthy lifestyle choices.
MENTORSHIP
- Senior fellows mentor junior fellows in personal and professional growth
- Faculty help foster academic, personal and professional growth
IN THE WORKPLACE
- Well-Being Week (March)
- Lunch/Dinner with Faculty Several Times a Year outside the work place
- Annual Holiday Party
- Events outside of the workplace based on fellows’ interests e.g. fall hike, apple picking, escape room, dinner
GME BENEFITS
- 4 Weeks Vacation
- Parental Leave
- Health Benefits – Vision, Dental, Medical
- Free Mental Health Counseling
- Employee Assistance Program
- Education/Conference Funds
- On-Campus Subsidized Gym Membership
- Life Insurance
- Salary Advance: Up to $2,000 with no interest for new incoming fellows before receiving first paycheck.
UConn School of Medicine Graduate Medical Education is committed to supporting the well-being of all our residents and fellows during their training program. 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.
Wellness in the Medical Literature
The most recent key articles addressing physician and physician trainee wellness and well being:
