The Dr. Ifeanyi Onyeji Resident/Fellow Inclusive Excellence and Equity Award 2026

With collaboration from the UC Davis Health, Graduate Medical Education, Office of Medical Pathways, and Resident Medical Staff Committee 

Resident/Fellow Physicians are involved in inclusive excellence and equity efforts at various levels within our institution and play a vital role in ensuring these values are upheld at UC Davis Health. We have recognized five (5) areas of inclusive excellence and equity which we believe Resident/Fellow Physicians have the time and resources in which to engage meaningfully. However, we acknowledge that there may be others.

Eligibility:

• Nominators may be a peer, colleague, attending, or faculty members who know the Resident/Fellow Physician nominee
• Nominators can also self-nominate (if currently a UCDH Resident/Fellow Physicians)
• Resident/Fellow Physicians nominee must be a current UC Davis Health physician and be registered at UC Davis Health the following academic year
• The nominee’s described experience must have been demonstrated during the 2025 - 2026 academic year

Instruction and Evaluation: Use this form to submit for each individual you nominate. Please be thoughtful and thorough in your responses. Nominees do not have an opportunity to add any narrative or context for committee considerations. Our committee will approach the review of the nomination holistically, considering all of the five areas for which we are requesting information. Describe efforts to the best of your ability in each of the five areas (if not applicable, you may write N/A). Consider discussing the nomination with the nominee to better understand their activities and the context in which they occur. Context is everything and understanding any challenges or accelerators to this important work will assist our holistic review. 

All nominations are evaluated by a committee of Deans and Directors from Graduate Medical Education, Office of Medical Pathways, and leadership from the Resident Medical Staff Committee. The last day to submit nominations is Sunday, April 5, 2026 at 11:59 pm. Link to nominations: https://ucdavis.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8qzQmY3tYwAbrAa

For questions regarding submissions, contact Eva Lee, Resident Recruitment & Engagement Specialist, at eclee@health.ucdavis.edu.  

Resident/Fellow Support and Resources



As part of our commitment to fostering a supportive environment, we want to provide you with a list of UC Davis resources available to support you throughout your time here. Whether you’re seeking guidance, support, or simply want to connect with a community, we encourage you to explore and utilize these valuable resources.



This is an evolving list. If there are additional UC Davis resources, you'd like us to share please contact Erynne Faucett, MD, Sean Muñoz, MD, Eva Lee, MS, Maggie Rea, Ph.D., Susan Guralnick, MD or Ryan Traynham, MBA.

• Principles of Community
• Academic and Staff Assistance Program
• Resident Medical Staff Committee (RMSC)
• UCD Immigrant Legal Services Center
• Statement of Support for Undocumented Students
• UC Davis Undocumented Student Resource Center
• UC Davis Health GME Statement regarding the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Program
• UC “Know Your Rights”  
• UC Wide FAQ About Federal Immigration Enforcement Actions on University Property
• UC Davis LGTBQI+ Center
• UC Davis ODEI Socio-Politico Resources Page
• Hate Free UC Davis
• UC Davis Division of Inclusive Excellence
• Faith Based Identify
• UC Davis Land Acknowledgement
• Human Resources-Equal Opportunity Employment
• Campus Community Book Project
• UC Davis Staff: What to Do if a Federal Immigration Agent Contacts You?

Update on GME Wellness Resources:

Trainees have access to confidential, no fee counseling services through the Academic and Staff Assistance Program (ASAP) Trainees can reach out for counseling for themselves and for their partners/spouse by completing the ASAP intake form or by emailing asaphealth@ucdavis.edu.



We are pleased to announce the addition of a new dedicated GME counselor, Dr. Sophia Sandhu who has joined the ASAP team. 

February may be the shortest month of the year, but it’s packed with momentum. As recruitment season winds down and programs shift toward planning and preparation, this is a great time to pause, acknowledge progress, and refocus on what matters most — supporting your programs and yourselves.

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Courses and Workshops

Academy for Program Coordinators (virtual)

• Thursday, February 12 at 8:00-9:00 am

Second Thursday of each month. Contact: acadforpcs@unthsc.edu Join Zoom meeting. Meeting ID: 841 6264 9541 / Passcode: APC@25-26

NSAMA Educational Session (virtual)

• Thursday, February 12 at 9:00-10:00am - Residency Management Systems (RMS) Best Practices

Join Zoom meeting. Meeting ID: 991 5471 3159 / Passcode: NSAMA2024

National Society of Academic Medical Administrators (NSAMA) Sessions are typically held on the second Thursday of every other month. More information and registration can be found on the NSAMA website.

Program Coordinator Training: Session #5 (virtual)

• Tuesday, February 17 at 12-1pm
• Friday, February 27 at 12-1pm

In this training, we will review Match Week/SOAP, NRMP, SF Match and Post Match activities. Join Zoom Meeting

ACGME Self-Empowerment Workshop for Coordinators (virtual)

• Session: February 2-10, 2026

This seven-day interactive workshop is meant for both the new and experienced coordinators who wish to gain insights into leadership, networking, professionalism, and self-promotion as it pertains to the profession. This free workshop is repeated monthly. Register for February.

Meetings

Graduate Medical Education Committee (GMEC) (in-person)

• Tuesday, February 3, 2026
• Tuesday, March 3, 2026

First Tuesday of each month, at 11:30am-1:00pm. Locations announced via email. Lunch provided.

PD Connect (virtual)

• Thursday, February 12 at 12:00-1:00pm

Join Drs. Guralnick and Rea on Zoom for the monthly Program Director Connect, an informal gathering where you can have a chance to connect with others in the same role, share experiences and get input and support. Join Zoom meeting

PC Connect (virtual)

• Monday, February 23 at 12-1pm

This monthly informal call is an open space for Program Coordinators to connect, ask questions, share challenges, and exchange best practices. Whether you're looking for advice, new ideas, or just want to hear how others are approaching their work, this is a chance to learn from and support one another in a relaxed, peer-driven environment. No formal agenda—just real talk with fellow coordinators.​ Join Zoom meeting.

Program Administrators/Program Coordinator Meeting (virtual)

• Thursday, February 26 at 1:30-3:00pm

Fourth Tuesday of each month. Join Zoom meeting. Meeting ID: 981 3075 9144 / Passcode: 016679

Resident Medical Staff Committee (RMSC) (hybrid)

• Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5:30-6:30pm

Fourth week of each month. Day and time alternating each month. Location announced via email. Join Zoom meeting. Meeting ID: 994 8786 9141 / Passcode: 215011. Additional information on the RMSC website.

Due Dates

ACGME annual Resident/Fellow and Faculty Surveys will be open February 9, 2026 - April 10, 2026. Programs should review and, if necessary, update their Resident/Fellow and Faculty Rosters in ADS before the surveys open to ensure accurate scheduling.

Program leadership are encouraged to review GME's programming menu of workshops and didactics available for their trainees and faculty.

Many of the topics meet ACGME requirements for Wellness, Interpersonal Communication, Professionalism, and Faculty Development.

Reach out to Dr. Maggie Rea at mrea@health.ucdavis.edu or Dr. Cloe Le Gall-Scoville at clegalls@health.ucdavis.edu as you plan your educational curriculum.

UC Davis Health Faculty and Professional Development Program is committed to delivering high quality training and resources for UC Davis Faculty. Our offerings derive from our core missions: Education, Research, Clinical Care and Service.

Our faculty trainers are subject matter experts that aim to provide timely and relevant programs, courses and individual sessions through multiple modalities to ensure access for faculty. We collaborate with other Institutional and National entities that align with the mission of UC Davis Health to ensure continuous quality improvement of our programming. We partner closely with the office of Health Equity by Design for Inclusive Excellence, the office of Medical Pathways in the School of Medicine, and the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing to provide and promote inclusive excellence training for all of our faculty.