Wellness

Being a medical professional is a privilege, but can be difficult. The following are methods to incorporate wellness into your life during auditions and residency itself!

Residency Benefits:

  • 20-28 days off per year
  • Annual resident retreat – 24 hours of protected time + stipend
  • Annual winter holiday party for all ER staff
  • Monthly wellness dinners (faculty and residents)
  • Yearly retreat for each class – 24 hours of protected time + stipend
  • Resident appreciation day gifts
  • Resident Education Stipend – $1800 per year
  • OhioHealth gym access and local gym discounts
  • Free counseling through OhioHealth

Wellness Tips for Students & Residents:

  • Stay connected (family/friends)
  • Stay involved
  • Stay active (fitness)
  • Explore the city
  • Keep a diary/journal 
  • Make connections with other medical students and residents at conferences etc.
  • Get to know the residents and faculty on a personal level
  • Set goals
  • Keep a to do list (study)
  • Reach out to a counselor or therapist if you need it. Your school should have available resources.

Helpful Apps

-Headspace

-Talkspace

-ClassPass

-DayOne