The granting of educational leave shall be at the discretion of the Internship Director. Professional Liability Insurance Professional liability insurance covering clinical activities clearly defined within the scope of the internship training program is provided by the school at no cost to the intern. The proceeds of the policy are payable to the intern's estate or named beneficiary. Health Insurance Interns are provided health insurance with a number of companies to select from, some plans offered without charge to the intern for individual coverage. These plans provide hospital, medical, and major medical benefits to the intern and immediate family.
Immediate family is defined as the intern's spouse and minor dependent children.
For interns beginning their training on the first day of July, coverage will become effective the day you begin and ends the day you complete your training. There are several optional plans available at minimal cost to the intern. Your checks will be mailed to your home on the 20th of each month. Each intern will receive a parking permit for the residents' parking lot at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital for use when involved in EVMS activities. Parking is also provided at all major rotation sites.