Member May: PRM Fellowship Directors' Business Meeting-Session Recording

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The recent meeting among members of the Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine (PRM) community focused on the coordination and communication strategies for upcoming events, including fellowship fairs. The group discussed the logistics and format of the virtual fellowship fair, emphasizing the need for an efficient structure that maximizes engagement with applicants while ensuring equitable opportunities. The proposed format involves dividing programs into time slots, where they engage small groups of applicants to provide insights and address questions.<br /><br />Participants also deliberated on whether to conduct interviews virtually or in person for the next cycle, with a consensus leaning towards virtual sessions to ensure cost-effectiveness and equity for applicants. Another topical concern was the importance of updating program information on relevant platforms to ensure accurate data is available for potential applicants.<br /><br />There were also discussions about creating a more efficient communication network among program directors through a Google group. The intention is to streamline email communication, ensuring that all relevant leaders are kept informed about community activities.<br /><br />Additionally, members were encouraged to actively publicize the fellowship fair through various channels, including residency program directors' listservs and potentially through social media to reach a broader audience.<br /><br />The meeting concluded with a reminder about upcoming PRM events, including Peds Day at the annual conference, emphasizing the need for continued networking and interaction within the pediatric rehabilitation community. Overall, the discussion aimed at improving the organization and reach of fellowship-related activities while addressing administrative challenges faced by members.

Keywords

Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine

fellowship fair

virtual interviews

program information

Google group

communication strategies

networking

event coordination

applicant engagement

social media