Being a medical professional is a privilege, but it can be difficult. The following are methods to incorporate wellness into our life during residency and beyond.

Residency Benefits

• 20 paid vacation days
• Annual resident retreat – 24 hours of protected time
• Annual winter holiday party
• Monthly wellness dinners/activities (faculty and residents)
• Yearly retreat for each class – 24 hours of protected time
• Resident appreciation day gifts
• Resident elective education stipend – $1800 per year
• OhioHealth gym access and local gym discounts
• Free counseling through OhioHealth
• Concierge service

Wellness Tips

• 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

Mayo Well-Being Index