GME Orientation and Onboarding
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Welcome to UCLA!
We are thrilled that you have chosen to bring your unique talents and perspectives to the UCLA community.
You will enjoy extensive opportunities to grow and develop in an environment rich in patient care, educational experiences, research opportunities, superb clinical facilities, knowledgeable faculty, and other invaluable educational resources.
Orientation Dates
Orientation sessions provide a comprehensive overview of what to expect throughout your training at UCLA. All incoming house staff will also receive a link via email to complete the electronic onboarding packet.
Reference the table below for important orientation information for the 2025 onboarding season.
*Note: The following schedule refers to GME orientation only. Start times may vary and will be released by your program. Additionally, some programs may start earlier than the dates listed below, so please check with your individual program regarding program-specific orientation dates, times, and instructions.
| Date | Time | Activity | Location | Attendance Required? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 13, 2025 | 8AM - 3:30PM | PGY-1/Intern Group GME Resident Onboarding | Virtual Session via Zoom | Yes (Virtual) |
| June 17, 2025 | Contact program coordinator for arrival time. | PGY-1/Intern Group GME Resident Onboarding | Geffen Hall (View the UCLA Campus Map) |
Yes (In-Person) |
| June 17, 2025 | 10AM - 3PM | Benefits and Resources Fair (*Representatives from UC Resident Benefits vendors including Anthem, Delta Dental, VSP Vision Care, UCLA Recreation, University Credit Union, CIR-SEIU, UCLA Behavioral Wellness Center, and more!) |
Geffen Hall, Room B36 (View the UCLA Campus Map) |
Yes (In-Person) |
| June 17, 2025 | 5PM - 7PM | Resident ED&I Welcome | Geffen Hall, Room B06 (View the UCLA Campus Map) |
No (Attendance Optional) |
| July 1, 2025 | Contact program coordinator for arrival time. | PGY-2 and above GME Resident Onboarding and Benefits Enrollment | Geffen Hall (UCLA Campus Map) | Yes (In-Person) |
| July 1, 2025 | 9AM - 2PM | Benefits and Resources Fair (*Representatives from UC Resident Benefits vendors including Anthem, Delta Dental, VSP Vision Care, UCLA Recreation, University Credit Union, CIR-SEIU, UCLA Behavioral Wellness Center, and more!) |
Geffen Hall, Room B36 (View the UCLA Campus Map) |
Yes (In-Person) |
| July 8, 2025 | 10AM - 4:45PM (Contact Yissel Rojas for details.) | Pediatric Subspecialty Fellow GME Orientation and Onboarding | TBD | -- |
| August 1, 2025 | 8AM - 11AM | Ortho., OBGYN, Surgery, and ANES Fellowships GME Orientation and Onboarding | Center for Health Sciences Building, Founders' Rooms (View the UCLA Campus Map) |
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Residents and fellows are welcome to jump in and be as involved as anyone else. We feel like we’re part of a team.