Benefits at a glance

Competitive stipend rates
21 days paid time off (PTO) and 3 personal/sick days
15 Academic Days throughout residency (excluding yearly RSNA)
$2500 yearly educational stipend from GME tax-free
$600 yearly meal stipend
AIRP tuition, StatDx, RadPrimer, E-anatomy and other resources provided
Medality (MRIOnline)
$500 yearly research stipend that can be used for conference registration, travel fees, article processing charges, and other expenses

Wellness

The DMC-WSU Radiology Department considers resident wellness as a priority in medical training. Leadership has launched programs to improve resident well-being and will continue to innovate to address our residents' needs.

Highlights for wellness at DMC-WSU Radiology include:

Wellness Thursdays with meals provided
End-of-Block meetings for structured monthly feedback sessions with lunch provided

Women in Radiology

Program Improvement Committee (PIC)

The DMC-WSU Radiology Department formalized a semiautonomous resident-run vehicle for improving the resident experience. The PIC meets monthly to develop and implement resident-focused initiatives in cooperation with the program leadership. An executive subcommittee composed exclusively of residents oversees a number of subcommittees dedicated to wellness, research, radiation safety, and other aspects of the radiology residency experience.

Addressing the gender gap in Radiology training, academics and leadership.
Providing resources to women's unique needs to maintain a healthy home and work life balance.
Providing mentorship opportunities for residents and medical students.

Highlights/goals of the Women in Radiology program include:

Establishing a mentor-mentee program for female residents and medical students
Establishing clear resident-friendly maternity and paternity leave policies
Maternity support (e.g. help with declaration of pregnancy, schedule adjustment, and lactation room directory)
Quarterly social events

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DMC-Wayne State University, we strive to make our hospitals an inclusive environment for everyone. We welcome all people and understand that their unique experiences, talents and perspectives make us a stronger organization and better individuals who are representatives of the patient population that we serve. Our institutions have a long history of meaningful engagement with society, with diversity and inclusion a core value in both our mission and our strategic plan.

Living in Detroit

Detroit Medical Center is in the heart of Detroit, a city whose history, culture and economic resurgence make it one of the most fascinating places in the world to live, learn and work today. Every day, students and faculty participate in the reinvention of a great American city while enjoying a beautiful campus surrounded by world-class medical centers, museums, cultural institutions, eateries, and sports and entertainment venues. Learn more about life in Detroit.