Residency Wellness Council
The Internal Medicine Residency Wellness Council seeks to build camaraderie and cohesiveness by providing social events, work environment enhancements, and interactive conferences to promote individual wellness both at work and home. This active group meets regularly and responds to current resident needs.

Internal Medicine residents and faculty at a resident retreat.

Internal Medicine residents snuggling with puppies outside of Midtown Clinic.

Internal Medicine chief residents and their significant others enjoying a bowling outing.

Residents and faculty compete in a ping pong tournament in the resident lounge.

Internal Medicine resident and faculty golf outing.
The Eight Domains of Wellness
Guided by the eight domains of wellness, the Internal Medicine Residency Wellness Council is able to respond to current resident needs and provide support during training.
Emotional | Coping effectively with life and creating satisfying relationships |
Environmental | Good health by occupying pleasant, stimulating environments that support well-being |
Financial | Satisfaction with current and future financial situations |
Intellectual | Recognizing creative abilities and finding ways to expand knowledge and skills |
Occupational | Personal satisfaction and enrichment from one’s work |
Physical | Recognizing the need for physical activity, healthy foods and sleep |
Social | Developing a sense of connection, belonging and a well-developed support system |
Spiritual | Expanding a sense of purpose and meaning in life |

Rae Witt, MD
Co-Chair, Internal Medicine Residency Wellness Council
Associate Program Director, UNMC Internal Medicine Residency

Katie Hutchins, MD
Co-Chair, Internal Medicine Residency Wellness Council
Assistant Professor, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology