Concern Policy
A concern is defined as an issue perceived by a resident or program director as needing resolution. Generally, such a matter will not significantly threaten a resident's intended career development nor have the potential of leading to a recommendation of dismissal or non-renewal.
Process for Addressing House Staff Concerns
Resident concerns may be brought to the Chief Resident, Program Director, Department Chair or the Resident Council. If not resolved, the concern may be brought to the attention of the Director or Administrative Director of Graduate Medical Education. The resident may also come directly to the Office of Graduate Medical Education and discuss the concern confidentially. The Office of Graduate Medical Education may act as mediator and intercede for the resident, so as to try to reconcile differences and resolve the concern in a confidential manner. The resolution of the Office of Graduate Medical Education using appropriate interaction with the resident, Program Director, and any others deemed integral to the decision, will be final.
