Resident Wellness

At MUSC we strive to maintain a culture of wellness on the institutional level by creating a supportive environment with a strong sense of community.  The residents are a very tight knit group, both within the classes and spanning the residency as a whole.

We realize each resident requires unique elements to optimize his/her well being. Therefore, leadership in our department empowers individuals in pursuit of their own wellness needs. Monthly “QA” sessions are held with all residents and with the Program Director and Assistant Program Director. At these meetings, residents are encouraged to speak up with any concerns or questions, taking an active role in shaping the residency program. There are also free mental health services available to all residents through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

A formal wellness committee was established in 2016 to keep resident well-being a top priority. The committee is made up of residents from all classes and is led by the Assistant Program Director. The wellness committee organizes monthly social events and also puts forth wellness and health initiatives on a monthly basis. In the time of COVID-19, the wellness committee has done an incredible job organizing events which have kept the residents connected to each other while maintaining social distancing measures.

Wellness Committee Chair: Dr. Sandra Rutigliano

 

MUSC GME Spouse and Significant Others Group

MUSC Resident Spouses and Significant Others (SASO) offers a forum for friendship and support among the spouses and partners of MUSC specialty and subspecialty resident and fellow physicians. The SASO group is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where spouses and significant others of all backgrounds, identities, and orientations feel valued and respected. Visit the SASO website for more information, including events. Also check out the Facebook Group!

 

Resident Wellness Activities

 

COVID-19 virtual activities: yoga, trivia, board games

 

 

 

Kayaking on the intercoastal waterway

 

 

Lunch outside and painting session

 

 

Yoga on the Horseshoe

 

 

Welcome Party