Resources

SUPPORT RESOURCES

There are several venues for residents to raise concerns and provide feedback about the program. In addition to discussion with Chief Residents, the Program Coordinator, the Education Manager, faculty mentors and advisors, and the Program Director, resident participation in the following meetings is encouraged:

Chief Chat: Closed door meeting between the Chief Residents and all trainees held quarterly during Friday School. Chief Chat helps to foster an open environment without faculty present to ensure residents are able to talk freely about issues and/or concerns.

Chief Resident Meetings: Approximately ten times per academic year, the chief residents, program director, and program coordinator meet to discuss residency concerns, program changes, upcoming events, and curriculum.

Program Evaluation Committee: Resident representatives are selected for the PEC, and their unique perspective is used to shape program improvement initiatives. These residents gather feedback from their peers to share with the PEC.

Coaching with Carolyn

Carolyn Hildebrandt in the Office of Graduate Medical Education provides coaching services for residents and fellows navigating organizational issues that are impacting their training.

Coaching : Frequently Asked Questions

What is Coaching?

Coaching consists of 1:1 sessions that help you make progress on any issue impacting your effectiveness. Coaching provides listening, support, exploration, goal-setting, and accountability.

How Much Does it Cost?

GME Coaching is provided at no cost to you and flexible in the number of sessions available.

How Confidential is Coaching?

Carolyn maintains confidentiality for all of her clients. Only information that you explicitly specify be released can be shared. Notes are taken, but not part of an electronic medical record.

What Can I Work On in Coaching?

Just about anything is fair game to work on. Residents and fellows in the last 6 months have addressed issues like:

Interpersonal relationships with care teams, attendings, other trainees
Handling critical feedback
Time management and prioritizing
Dealing with conflict
Building a stronger presence with attendings and patients
Handling anxiety and intimidating situations
Career decision-making
Leadership development
Adjusting to changes/personal resiliency
Balancing work and home

How Do I Make An Appointment?

Sessions will be all held remotely via Zoom to promote physical distancing. There are evening time slots on Tuesdays. To schedule, trainees can choose a designated Coaching Appointment time slot via Google Calendar.

The well-being and mental health of all trainees is top priority. Program directors and teaching staff will be sensitive to the need for timely provision of confidential counseling and psychological support services to all trainees. Training situations that consistently produce undesirable stress on fellows or residents will be evaluated and modified. More details about support resources can be found at the Mental Health Resources page.

Center for Spirituality & Healing

The University of Minnesota's Center for Spirituality & Healing provides a wealth of tools and resources to help you find purpose, contentment, and connection. Offerings include online modules, in-person events, and more.

Resident/Fellow Assistance Program (RAP)

RAP is a no cost confidential program intended to provide short term, external professional counseling and support services to residents and fellows.

To make an appointment, please call 651-430-3383 or 1-888-234-5744.

RAP Brochure

The Well-Being Index

To help screen for burnout, the Mayo Clinic has recently developed a tool called My Well-Being Index. By answering a few questions, you can compare your risk for burnout to a national sample. You can also track your progress over time, and access a set of helpful resources. Sign up for free.

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