ACTIVITIES

At the close of intern orientation, a welcome picnic is held at City Park for the new interns and their families.  All residents and faculty are invited to attend.

Each year, a 1-day off-campus workshop for each residency class is organized to provide further skill development in the areas of communication, teaching, leadership, team-building, wellness and self-development.  Each workshop is purposefully planned to provide didactic and interactive sessions, which address topics most pertinent to the level of the resident participant. There is also plenty of time for fun!

The department hosts a holiday party for the residents at a local establishment. Families and significant others are welcome!

Once per month the residents meet over lunch with the program directors and chief residents to receive updates on anticipated changes and give feedback and suggestions regarding program issues.

Resident Liaison Committee

The Resident Liaison Committee consists of 12-15 residents that have been elected by their peers as representatives.  The committee provides a forum for residents to voice concerns, communicate with the program administration, and participate in the ongoing improvement of the residency curriculum.  The committee also organizes social events throughout the year.

Once a year our residents join colleagues from the Iowa Methodist Program to present clinical vignettes.  The Iowa chapter of the ACP-ASIM provides the winner with a paid trip to the national ACP-ASIM meeting.  Strong faculty mentorship is a tradition for this competition.

In June, the department hosts a farewell dinner program honoring the graduating residents and celebrating their accomplishments.  The residents’ selection of Faculty Teacher of the Year is also recognized at this event.

(L) - Farid Moussavi-Harami and Dr. Vogelgesang
(R) - Michael Klevay and Dr. Vogelgesang
(below) - Graduating Residents & Program Directors

After Hours

Social events and fun activities are facilitated by the close proximity of the downtown Iowa City area and the open, welcoming resident community.