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 2023 onboarding season.
| Date | Time | Activity | Location & Important Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 12, 2023 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | PGY-1 GME Resident Orientation and Podiatry | Virtual Session (Attendance Required) |
| June 13, 2023 | Contact program coordinator for arrival time. | PGY-1 GME Resident Onboarding and Benefits Enrollment | Geffen Hall (In-Person Attendance Required) View UCLA Campus Map |
| 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Vendor Fair | Geffen Hall Learning Studio (Room B-36) View UCLA Campus Map *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! |
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| 5 - 7 p.m. | Resident EDI Welcome | Geffen Hall Faculty Lounge (B-06) View UCLA Campus Map *RSVP preferred, see email sent to you from GME. Email GME@mednet.ucla.edu with any questions. |
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| July 1, 2023 | Contact program coordinator for arrival time. | PGY2 and above Resident Onboarding and Benefits Enrollment | Geffen Hall (In-Person Attendance Required) View UCLA Campus Map |
| July 10, 2023 | 10 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. *Contact: Jennifer Martinez | Pediatric Subspecialty Fellow Orientation and Onboarding | MDCC 12-311 (Morning) CHS 73-105 (Afternoon) View UCLA Campus Map |
| August 1, 2023 | 8 - 11 a.m. | Fellow Orientation and Onboarding by assignment |
Residents and fellows are welcome to jump in and be as involved as anyone else. We feel like we’re part of a team.
Dr. David Zucker, Chief Resident, Interventional Radiology