Member May 2025: PRM Fellowship Directors' Business Meeting (On Demand)-Session Recording

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Video Summary

The video transcript outlines a virtual meeting among professionals discussing various organizational and procedural aspects of managing fellowship programs in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine. Primary topics include the logistics of a fellowship fair, updates on scheduling and interview formats, and the ongoing adjustments in response to the pandemic's impact on in-person meetings.<br /><br />Participants discussed the use of software like Thalamus for administrative tasks, with mixed reviews on its effectiveness and ease of use. There's consensus towards continuing virtual interviews due to budget constraints and the importance of equity among applicants, despite institutional allowances for in-person interviews.<br /><br />A significant portion of the discussion focused on fellowship fairs, where formats were adjusted based on feedback to reduce perceived pressures on interviewees, aiming for a more relaxed group interaction rather than one-on-one interviews. Participants are also encouraged to update program details on professional directories to ensure accurate representation.<br /><br />Concerns about communication were raised, with suggestions for creating a more dynamic and reliable system for updates and inclusion, such as using a Google group. There's a shared understanding of maximizing outreach to interested candidates, including students and residents, through various channels.<br /><br />Finally, updates on upcoming events like the AAP and AAPM&R Fellowship Fairs were shared, and the general sentiment was supportive in nature, offering assistance and advice regarding common processes and challenges in the professional training landscape.

Keywords

Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine

fellowship programs

virtual meetings

fellowship fair logistics

interview formats

Thalamus software

virtual interviews

equity among applicants

communication systems

AAPM&R Fellowship Fairs