Are there opportunities during residency to pursue research or special interests?
Research is not a requirement of the residency program; however, many residents elect to pursue research or other scholarly projects during residency. Residents have had their research published and have presented at national and international meetings. Additionally, some residents have elected to pursue other opportunities offered by the department, such as advanced training in cognitive-behavioral therapy. Our residents have received national honors, such as the APA/Shire Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship and APA/SAMSA Minority Fellowship for Substance Use, and participated in these activities during residency. Residents with DO degrees may choose to fulfill requirements of the American Osteopathic Association Rotating Internship. All residents are encouraged to explore various aspects of psychiatry, by working with the program director to discuss career and professional interests and develop related experiences. 10. What changes with the residency are anticipated in the comin
