Thriving in residency requires more than clinical excellence—it requires balance, support, and a sense of community. Our Neurology Residency prioritizes resident well-being with a structured approach to wellness, mentorship, and team building. Our goal is simple: to train exceptional neurologists who thrive in all aspects of life, not just at work.
Wellness Leadership
- Resident Wellness & Mentorship Director: Provides confidential support, connects residents to resources, and designs programming tailored to resident needs.
- Faculty Wellness Director: Champions faculty well-being and partners with resident leadership to align wellness efforts across the department.
Together, they coordinate programming, ensure access to resources, and support residents at every stage of training.
Retreats & Protected Time
- Residents enjoy two department-sponsored off-site retreats each year—one in the spring and one in the fall—to facilitate team-building and camaraderie among the residents.
- Previous retreats have included:
- Escape room
- Paintball
- Axe throwing
- TopGolf
- During resident retreats, faculty and APPs fully cover all OU and VA inpatient and consult services from 12–5 pm so every resident can engage without clinical responsibilities.
Wellness Committee
Our Wellness Committee brings together residents and faculty to:
- Plan events and initiatives throughout the year.
- Evaluate and improve wellness programming.
- Serve as a liaison between residents, faculty, and program leadership on wellness concerns.
This committee ensures that resident voices drive decision-making around well-being.
Annual Wellness Calendar
We maintain a year-long wellness calendar that blends professional development with relaxation and fun. Past events have included:
- On-campus events: ice cream parties, pumpkin decorating, pet therapy, gratitude projects.
- Off-site gatherings: pickleball tournaments, park picnics, hiking trips, pottery painting, and welcome and holiday parties.
- Team building activities: Department-wide social events, trivia competitions, charades, and minute-to-win-it competitions.
Events take place both during and after work hours to accommodate different schedules and preferences.
