2024 Graduate Medical Education on Inclusive Excellence and Equity Day

Join us for a virtual open house on Zoom to learn about the University of California, Davis Health's residency and fellowship programs

By Office of Student and Resident Diversity

Date and time

Saturday, August 10 · 9am - 4pm PDT

Location

Online

Agenda

9:00 AM

Welcome and Overview

Eva Lee, MS

Eva serves as the Resident Diversity and Recruitment Coordinator, she is the principal staff responsible for planning and implementing diversity activities and programs for residents and leading recr...

9:05 AM

Overview of Agenda

Ryan Traynham, M.B.A., Director, GME

Ryan Traynham is the principal administrative leader for the Office of Graduate Medical Education. His primary responsibilities are to implement the vision set forth by the Designated Institutional ...

9:10 AM

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - UC Davis Health's Commitment, and Support

Dr. Hendry Ton, MD, MS

Dr. Ton holds the pivotal role of Associate Vice Chancellor for Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at UC Davis Health. Leading dedicated teams, including the Office of Health Equity, Diversity, ...

9:25 AM

Achieving Health Equity in Residency Training

Dr. Ruth Shim, M.D.

Dr. Shim is the Luke & Grace Kim Professor in Cultural Psychiatry and Professor of Clinical Psychiatry in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. Her research focuses on mental health d...

10:10 AM - 10:15 AM

Break

10:15 AM

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: The GME Role

Dr. Susan Guralnick, MD

Dr. Guralnick has the authority and responsibility for all UC Davis Health ACGME-accredited and non-ACGME-accredited GME programs, including those located at the Sacramento campus and all affiliate s...

10:25 AM

Academic Development and Wellness Support in Residency

Margaret (Maggie) Rea, PhD

Dr. Cloe Le Gall-Scoville, PhD

Margaret Rea, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist. For over 25 years, she has worked in various hospital and academic settings providing clinical services and conducting research on mental health treatm...

10:40 AM

Q & A with current Resident and Fellow Physicians Panel

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Break and transition to Breakout Sessions (Residency and Fellowship Programs)

About this event

  • 7 hours

The UC Davis Office of Student and Resident Diversity and Graduate Medical Education Office invites all 4th-year medical students, medical graduates, and current residents who are seeking to begin a residency and fellowship in Summer 2025 to attend our virtual gathering to learn about UC Davis via Zoom.

Connect with residents and faculty of historically underrepresented backgrounds and engage with leadership from multiple departments. The program will include a welcome from UC Davis Health leadership and an overview of resources and opportunities available to residents.

Representatives from residency and fellowship programs will facilitate breakout sessions to discuss the application process, interview tips, program highlights, and provide opportunities to hear from current residents.

For questions regarding this event, contact Eva Lee, Resident Diversity and Recruitment Coordinator, Office of Student and Resident Diversity (within OHEDI and ODEI) at eclee@ucdavis.edu

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Frequently asked questions

How many residents and fellowship programs are available at UC Davis Health?

UC Davis School of Medicine has nationally recognized residency and fellowship programs, guided by world-class faculty, aimed at preparing residents and fellows for success. Visit https://health.ucdavis.edu/medical-school/academic-programs/residents-fellows/residencies-fellowships

What types of screening must candidates complete before starting the first day at UC Davis Health?

Effective Mar. 1, 2017, all incoming residents and fellows must undergo a Substance Abuse Screening, Background Check, and Employee Health Screening prior to the first day of service.

Where can I find information regarding salary and benefits for residents?

https://hr.ucdavis.edu/employees/ucdh-resident

What types of licensure must candidates hold to be eligible?

As of Jan. 1, 2020, all trainees will be required to hold either a Postgraduate Training License (PTL) or California Medical License, to participate in post graduate training in the State of California. Incoming trainees should begin the application process once they have successfully match.

Does UC Davis Health provide visa sponsorship for residents and fellows?

UC Davis Health does not sponsor H-1B visas for residents and fellows. Incoming J-1 visa trainees are required to obtain the visa before starting training. Failure to submit the requested documentation in a timely manner will result in a delayed start date.

Organized by

Office of Student and Resident Diversity