The Organization of Minority Residents and Fellows (OMRF) is an inter-departmental forum for URM trainees at MGH. The OMRF is led by residents and fellows who are elected by their peers, and plays a crucial role in the professional and personal development of URM residents and fellows. This organization assists with residency recruitment, and offers opportunities to socialize and network among peers, enhance career development and become involved in the larger Harvard and Boston communities.
Lauren Moore, MD
On behalf of the 2012-2013 Executive Board of the OMRF, I would like to extend a warm welcome to all of the new and returning MGH residents and fellows!! It is my pleasure to be working with Willie Siu as Public Affairs Officer, Vicky Vargas as Education and Career Development Officer, and Nicole Christian-Brathwaite as Community Outreach Officer. Each one of us is committed to developing programming and opportunities that meet the needs and interests of the URM residents and fellows at MGH. Please feel free to contact us with your comments and suggestions. We look forward to a fantastic year!
Lauren Moore, MD, Internal Medicine Resident, Class of 2013
Chair of the OMRF Board
About the OMRF
MEET THE 2012-13 OMRF BOARD
In 2000, MAO established the Organization of Minority Residents and Fellows (OMRF) as an inter-departmental forum for URM trainees at MGH. The OMRF is led by residents and/or fellows who are elected by their peers. In May 2008, the OMRF Board was restructured to include three new officers: Education and Career Development Officer, Public Relations Officer and Community Outreach Officer.
OMRF Initiatives
- Residency recruitment
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"Ins and Out" Program. This program is designed to provide career and leadership development to residents and fellows through quarterly workshops and seminars.
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Social and Networking Events. OMRF sponsors monthly networking opportunities among residents and fellows.
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Mentorship. The OMRF members mentor students in the URM HMS Mentorship Program, SRTP, and the Center for Community Health Improvement Boston Partnerships. Senior residents also provide peer mentoring and guidance to interns through various MAO resident programs.
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Community Service. The OMRF members volunteer in the greater Boston community, including in health fairs and with highschool students through community programs organized by MAO and the Center forCommunityHealth Improvement
Salud y Familia Fair
If you are an MGH or integrated program URM resident or fellow and are interested in getting involved or learning more about the OMRF, please contact one of the members of the 2011-12 Executive Board.
MAO thanks and recognizes the 2010-11 OMRF board for their support and collaboration!
