Resident Life
“One of our real strengths as a residency program is our balance. All subspecialties are well staffed (often by leaders in the field) and none is under- or over-represented in our training. This balance produces well-rounded graduates." – Paul Toogood, M.D.
Resident Benefits
For updated benefits for both residents and fellows, please visit the benefit area of the UCSF Graduate School of Education.
Parking
The department provides a parking stipend to residents rotating at the UC Parnassus, Mount Zion, and Mission Bay campuses.
Meal Allowance
Residents are provided with a $250 per month meal allowance during their UC rotations. Additionally, ZSFG and the VA hospitals also provide meal funding.
Department Events for Residents
- Department Welcome BBQ for new residents – July/August
- White Coat Ceremony – August
- Chief Roast – May
- Inman Abbott / Bones Ball (Graduation Event) – May
- Holiday Party – December
- Resident Appreciation Day – Spring
- Wellness Events – Ongoing