The Child and Adolescent Fellowship Program is committed to monitoring the well-being of the fellows in the training program. Regular contact between faculty and fellows provides opportunities to observe trainees on a regular basis for signs of fatigue, distraction, tardiness, or other signs that could indicate overwork or personal problems. The Child and Adolescent Fellowship Program and the sponsoring institution recognize their shared responsibility to address well-being and are committed to the following policies:

• The GME office provides orientation for all incoming residents/fellows that includes Physician Well-Being.

• The Program Director will monitor scheduling, work intensity and work compression that adversely impacts fellows’ well being and will make adjustments to the schedule as required. Policies are in place to ensure coverage of patient care in the event that a fellow may be unable to perform their patient care responsibilities.

• Fellows will be given the opportunity to attend medical, mental health, and dental care appointments, including those scheduled during normal working hours.

• Fellows are encouraged to alert the program director or other designated personnel when they are concerned that another resident, fellow, or faculty member may be displaying signs of burnout, depression, substance abuse, suicidal ideation, or potential for violence.

• The program coordinates wellness days where fellows participate in a wellness activity. See images below!