We interrupt this web site for an important announcement...

Let's cut right to the chase, shall we? While amenities are nice, if you can't put food on the table it's all a moot point. Here are the stipend amounts for the coming year, along with last year's figures for comparison:

Stipends

	2004 — 2005	2005 — 2006
PGY-1	$38,316	$38,603
PGY-2	$39,588	$39,884
PGY-3	$41,405	$41,715

Fees:

The department pays annual KU Medical Center student activity fees and library assessment charges. The department will pay for all training license fees, including DEA, during residency.

Health Insurance Coverage:

Single and family coverage is provided, including 50-100 percent dental coverage, depending on plan chosen. Vision coverage is available.

Professional Liability Insurance:

The State of Kansas provides this insurance, which applies to education activities approved by the Dean of the School of Medicine.

Membership:

Candidate membership in the American Academy of Pediatrics is provided by the Kansas Chapter of the AAP during the intern year, and by the Department thereafter.

Professional Funds:

• PL-1: Educational Fund
• PL-2 and 3: Authorized travel for scientific meetings plus an Educational Fund

Leave:

• 15 days vacation annually.
• 10 days sick leave annually.

Camaraderie:

Even more important than money are the friendships you will establish. The bonds formed in residency will tie you and your peers together for life.

Kansas Rural Health Bridging Program:

For residents that are interested in practicing in a rural area, the Bridging Program provides additional money in exchange for practice in many areas of the state. Check out the bridging program site for further information.