Psychiatry Residency at Henry Ford Questions and Answers

Why come to Detroit?

Detroit is flourishing, evolving, and transforming. It remains a residence for one of the most diverse urban populations in the United States. This diversity creates an exceptional learning experience for trainees. Furthermore, and equally significant, Detroit is a remarkably affordable city to reside in. This allows residents to live comfortably even during their training period.

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Why choose Henry Ford Health Psychiatry?

Detroit is a remarkable location for training. Studying psychiatry at Henry Ford provides exposure to a diverse range of patients across various clinical environments. We foster a creative and collaborative learning community. Early in the training, there is a strong emphasis on teaching and close clinical supervision. As training progresses, increased autonomy enables the development of individual practice styles. This balance ensures comprehensive readiness for transitioning into different types of practice.

• Collaborative educational setting
• A varied patient demographic
• Access to recreational and cultural activities
• Intensive and supportive oversight
• Home call and night float arrangements
• Wellness initiatives
• Robust educational sessions emphasizing a patient-focused learning approach
• Optional paid shift opportunities (internal)
• Annual resident retreat
• No 24-hour psychiatry on-call duty

Do residents find the staff to be friendly, helpful, and available?

Yes. We possess a core team of teaching faculty who seamlessly blend clinical supervision with didactic instruction in their everyday responsibilities. Furthermore, we have a broader group of faculty members who engage with residents on a less regular basis and are committed to the teaching process.

Does the program allow me to tailor to my specific interests?

Yes. The program is designed to cultivate interests in alignment with ACGME requirements.

Do the residents socialize after work-hours?

Yes. Residents engage in social activities after work hours in both formal and informal settings. Formal educational pursuits encompass book, journal, and research clubs. We organize regular Film Clubs, where staff and residents view films and analyze them from a psychological standpoint. Staff participate alongside residents, ensuring that the atmosphere stays informal and comfortable for everyone present. The most laid-back social events occur spontaneously, with residents coming together for potlucks, dinners, or sports outings. Our workplace emphasizes collaboration rather than competition, which nurtures friendships that endure throughout residency and beyond.

Is there protected time for didactics?

Yes. There are protected hours every week.

Do residents use an electronic medical record (EMR) system?

Yes. Henry Ford Health utilizes EPIC, while Henry Ford Behavioral Health Hospital uses WellSky as its electronic medical record system.

Is mentorship available?

Yes. We have faculty mentorship available.

Are there opportunities for research?

Yes. Residents will collaborate with a research mentor in their specified clinical area of interest. At the start of the PGY 1 year, there is a Basics of Clinical Research course to establish foundational knowledge. Additionally, there are opportunities for a research elective, allowing residents to lead projects and engage with mentors through ongoing initiatives.