Letter To Yale's Future Psychiatrists

Dear Future Psychiatrists,

Our Program’s mission is to develop a diverse cohort of compassionate psychiatrists who will be respectful members of our community, and collaborative leaders in clinical care, medical education, research, and/or public policy. We seek to train physicians who will be agents of change in psychiatry, medicine and society to advance the values of ensuring high quality and equitable healthcare for all patients; scientific innovation; and responsiveness to both the history of medicine and the ever-changing environments in which we live and work.

Over the next four years, your on-the-job training experiences, mentorship, and individualized education plan will provide the foundation for the rest of your career. Choosing the right residency program is an essential first step in that process.

We offer our residents a stimulating and supportive environment, full of opportunities, in which to realize their potential. Highlights of the Yale psychiatry residency experience include:

• One of the largest selections of affiliated training sites in the country (all within close proximity)
• The Psychiatry Residents Association – ensuring community and representation of resident voices
• Rigorous multi-dimensional training from long-term psychodynamic psychotherapy to Interventional Psychiatry
• Dedicated teaching faculty and access to world class experts in a range of fields
• Unrivalled potential for integrating academic activities into clinical training:
• 1st year foundational skills month with special mentorship and academic time
• 2nd year selective that includes the opportunity to receive up to 3 months of funding for an academic project, including the potential for international travel
• 3rd year 20% elective time for academic projects and special interests
• 4th year training grants that can fund significant time for academic activities
• Four Associate Program Directors who ensure highly individualized support, provide guidance and help connect residents with tailored mentorship
• A long-running and robust Social Justice and Health Equity curriculum
• New Haven is the second largest city in CT and is a sanctuary city. It is diverse, vibrant and brimming with entertainment, culture, dining, and recreation.
• Being a part of Yale University where you can meet students and faculty in other professional and graduate schools and take advantage of courses or degree offerings
• Graduate into a vast alumni network stretching across the globe
• A range of nationally renowned clinical and research fellowship opportunities to consider for the next step in your career

We look forward to being part of your career journey.

Sincerely,

John Cahill, MD PhD, Program Director

Esperanza Diaz, MD, Associate Program Director

Miyun Kang, MD, Associate Program Director

Katherine Klingensmith, MD, Associate Program Director

Ruby Lekwauwa, MD, Associate Program Director