The UBC Postgraduate Faculty & Staff Wellness Award honours faculty and staff members in Postgraduate Medical Education who demonstrate leadership in resident wellness. This award recognizes faculty and staff members located at any site across the province. Award nominations will be open again in August 2022.
The 6th Annual Faculty & Staff Wellness Awards were presented at the 14th Annual Resident Talent Night on September 21st 2021! With over 30 faculty and staff nominated, there were many kind words said by residents about faculty and staff who champion resident wellness.
Dr. Gregory is the Associate Program Director for the Dermatology Program. Her residents have many things to say about her commitment to wellness:
“Dr Gregory is very approachable and works hard to check in with the residents, provide reassurance, and is always available to listen if we are struggling…. She is one of the most kind faculty that we have had the pleasure of working with.”
Dr. Jenn Rozyolo is a child psychiatrist at Surrey Memorial Hospital. Her residents have many things to say:
“She acted as a mentor to me, helping me to find what I am passionate about in Psychiatry and decrease my anxiety regarding the career process… Dr. Rozylo is an exemplary staff psychiatrist, and she always ensured that I felt comfortable and safe”.
Melissa Nightingale is the Internal Medicine Administrative Coordinator. Her residents have many things to say:
“Melissa is the best. She is always looking out for the IM residents and promote wellness and make sure we get time off if needed. She is so sweet and delightful.”
A big congratulations to Dr. Gregory, Dr. Rozyolo, and Melissa on behalf of PGME, the Resident Wellness Office, and the PGME community!
RWO Counsellor Elizabeth and RWO Coordinator Aileen present the 5th Annual Faculty & Staff Wellness Awards via Zoom while practicing social distancing at the virtual Resident Talent Night 2020!
