Resident Wellness

Psychological, emotional, and physical well-being are critical in the development of competent, caring, and resilient pediatricians and require active attention in life inside and outside of medicine. The pediatric residency program promotes the professional ideals of self-care, resiliency, and the responsibility to support other colleagues and members of the health care team. Through a variety of resources and methods, the program models, teaches, and nurtures these important professionalism skills and supports the well-being of our residents.

At Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital residents' wellness isn't just a priority, it's part of who we are. The program is built on a foundation of connection, support and collaboration. Residents are a tight knit community where friendships flourish. We're committed to providing top notch education, personalized career guidance and plenty opportunities to grow both professionally and personally. Most importantly we believe in balance, making sure our residents feel supported, valued and equipped to thrive not just during training but long after.  

Hafsa Ghaffar, MBBS
Class of 2026 

I chose Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital because it combines everything, I was looking for in a residency program, academic excellence, a nurturing environment, and a genuine commitment to compassionate patient care. From my very first interaction, I felt a deep sense of belonging, the kind that comes from a team that truly supports and uplifts. It’s a place where residents are trained with clinical rigor and guided with kindness. Corewell truly fosters both personal and professional growth. Here, you don’t just work, you grow, you connect, and you’re valued. Whether your goal is a career in hospital-based pediatrics, private practice, or pursuing a fellowship, Corewell Health Children’s prepares you for any path you’re interested in, while surrounding you with mentors and colleagues who feel like family. I knew this was where I could become the kind of pediatrician I’ve always aspired to be, one who leads with both skill and heart.

Fnu Lubna Sattar, MBBS
Class of 2028 

One of our main goals is to support and promote the emotional and physical well-being of our residents.

• Corewell Health system personnel support for resident well-being. Learn more
• Ulliance Employee Assistance Program available 24/7/365
• Corewell Health employee health plan
• Bwell program offerings
• Corewell Health resident orientation includes wellness and resilience topics: Wellness moments: small change and creating a community of wellness
• The Corewell Health Physician Peer Support Training and Resource Program is available to all pediatric residents
• Health system resident fellow wellness committee
• Pediatric residency program wellness committee, with shared faculty/resident leadership

• Fall resident retreat day
• Annual resident appreciation week organized by the pediatric residency program wellness committee
• Pet therapy, mindfulness classes, yoga classes, affinity groups/clubs
• Yearly resident welcome picnic, where all residents get together to welcome our new interns
• Our residents organize multiple activities together. They enjoy what the area has to offer. Southeast Michigan - great place to live and work 

• All residents have a faculty advisor, and the program employs transitions in mentoring for an optimal experience for residents
• Incoming PL-1 residents are paired with PL-2 resident peer mentor
• On-call sleep rooms, cab vouchers to be used when residents want to avoid driving after being on call
• Consistent monitoring of duty hours
• Fatigue lectures; AMA GME Competency Educational Modules “Thriving Through Residency: The Resilient Resident” and “Using Tools to Form an Action Plan for Wellness.”
• All resident evaluations query fatigue, impairment
• Resident wellness self-assessment is incorporated into the semiannual performance and progress meetings and institutional resources reviewed with residents semiannually
• Addition of individualized resources, reorganization of schedules, provision of time off when needed to optimize wellness
• Two additional days off per year specifically for medical and wellness appointments. Three additional "personal" or wellness days away from work - in addition to resident vacation and conference time