Recent Alumni

Comments from Transitional Year Residency Program Graduates

• "Felt I had an extremely thorough educational experience."
• "In general, I had a very favorable experience at Mercy. I recommended the TY year to several people whom I knew to be applying this past year."
• "Great program. Feel prepared to complete my residency training. Excellent attendings, most of whom are great teachers. I would do it over again if I had to make the decision again."
• "Overall, I had a great year. I had a wide variety of educational opportunities and met wonderful people!"
• "Great year. Would do again if possible."
• "Great program. Plenty of options making it appropriate for those going into anesthesia, radiology, ophthalmology, etc. Faculty were attentive. Learning environment was pleasant and there was a sense of community."
• "Loved this year. Thanks!"
• "Very well organized, educational, and enjoyable program."
• "I look back on my internship year with great fondness, especially because everyone associated with the transitional year program was very supportive and dedicated to my development as a physician."
• "This program is very responsive to needs of the residents."
• "Excellent transitional program that is committed to resident education. Department open to resident suggestions and always takes the necessary steps to ensure residents are learning in an environment that is supportive. Would rank this program #1 all over again."
• "General medicine and subspecialty experiences are combined with core knowledge lectures to provide a solid foundation for residents entering any area of medicine."
• "The educational abilities of the UPMC Mercy staff were never lacking. They encouraged residents to investigate problems thoroughly."
• "I found UPMC Mercy to be a very special place."
• “Thank you for a fantastic year and the opportunity to participate in a fantastic transitional year program.”
• “Thank you for a terrific year. Your support and guidance have been very meaningful. I look forward to a working relationship for years to come.”
• “I feel that this was a truly excellent transitional year program, with excellent faculty.”
• “Excellent program — we are treated like professionals. Perfect mix of education and patient care responsibilities.”
• “Thank you for an outstanding transitional year program, one that has given me plenty of educational opportunities and clinical experiences. I consequently feel more confident, prepared, and mature than when I started a year ago.”

Activities of Graduating Transitional Year Residents