The Augusta area itself has much to offer, including a riverwalk, public parks and nearby Thurmond Lake. Cultural events such as the ballet, opera, theater and symphony offer other leisure diversions. Work hours vary depending on the specific rotation, but vary from a six-day work week on inpatient services to regular weekday clinic hours for outpatient rotations. Regardless of the rotation, residents normally receive at least four days completely off during every month. Besides the MCG Hospital cafeteria, pictured here, catered lunches are generally provided every weekday, with many dinner opportunities available throughout the year.
Call also varies widely.
During some intern inpatient rotations call may be as much as every fourth night. Pay rates, availability of hours and scheduling vary. All residents are assigned an advisor who meets with them at least monthly throughout their training, and supplies friendship and guidance. For those who are inclined, ample opportunities exist for political involvement in the medical field at local, state and national levels. Our residents have a history of participation and some have achieved prominence as members of national medical groups.