2008-2009 Stipends
PGY-I $45,000
PGY-II $46,000
PGY-III $47,500
PGY-IV $49,500
Vacation and Meetings
Three weeks' vacation plus time for meetings is provided at each level of training.
Educational Allowance and Conference Time
Residents receive an educational allowance based on the level of training to be used for textbooks, seminars, meetings and other educational materials or activities. Time allotted for conferences is in addition to vacation time. Up to $1,600 is available for senior residents to participate in Board Review courses.
Personal and Family Health and Dental
Residents may choose from several plans providing varied options suited to individual and family health and dental needs. An additional pharmaceutical policy provides prescription coverage for residents, their spouses and dependent children at no cost.
Loans and Relocation Advances
Residents may borrow up to $1,000 for personal emergencies and educational needs. PGY I residents can receive up to $1,000 in relocation assistance. In total incoming residents can receive up to $2,000 in interest-free loans. All loans/advances are repayable by payroll deduction over the term of the Residency.
Relocation Service
All residents are eligible for the assistance of a professional relocation agent to acquaint them with the area and assist in the purchase or rental of housing. This includes tours of Akron's neighborhoods and cultural facilities, as well as spouse job counseling.
Malpractice Insurance
All residents are indemnified for their education and practice activities which are an approved component of the Residency Program.
Research Opportunities
Residents are encouraged to become involved in medical research. Funds are available for approved projects. A new research laboratory, Calhoun Research Laboratory, is available with staff support for resident endeavors. Biostatistical support and computer services are provided.
Life and Disability Insurance
Term life insurance is provided. Coverage equals 1 x annual salary, limited to $50,000. Residents can purchase additional life insurance for a nominal cost. Additional Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance is also provided. Individual policies of $1,20 per month are provided for Long Term Disability, with additional coverage available.
Meals
Residents receive free meals while rotating at Akron General Medical Center, Children's Hospital, and Saint Thomas Hospital. On weekends and recognized hospital holidays, spouses/children may join those on-call at no cost.
Other Resident Benefits
Tuition Assistance for residents pursuing advanced course work or degrees
House Officers Association
Spouses Association
Counseling Support Services
Library Services
Uniforms
Free Parking
Flexible Spending Accounts
401K Plan
External Comments
Strong interest in residents' growth facilitated by faculty availability and support for individual psychotherapy. Unique public/private training. Center for Treatment/Study of Traumatic Stress with Kent State University offers multidisciplinary research.
RESIDENT'S STIPENDS AND BENEFITS