UTMB Resiterns: May 2014

Thursday, May 1, 2014

Upcoming Events

Painting in the Park Playdate- Saturday, May 3rd at 10:30am at Lindale Park on the Island. Bring along a terracotta pot to paint a special gift for Mom! Paint, potting soil, and seeds will be provided!

Texas Hold'em Party- Friday, May 16th at 7:30pm at Shrip N' Stuff on the Island. Join us for food, drinks, and of course, Texas Hold'em! The top 3 players will win prizes!

Check your evites for more info and to RSVP to these events.

Bon Voyage 2014

Congratulations to all of the doctors and families who will be completing their residency at UTMB this year. We will all miss you very much, but wish nothing but the best for you and all that you have ahead of you!

The families moving on this year include: The Walton, Person, Le, Martin, Johnson, Willman, Lawler, William, and Perez families

“I hope your dreams take you to the corners of your smiles, to the highest of your hopes, to the windows of your opportunities, and to the most special places your heart has ever known.” - Anonymous

These are some pictures from our annual Bon Voyage dinner party.

New Babies!

Welcome to the world, Elizabeth Ann Sanborn! Born April 3rd to loving parents Hilary and Nick Sanborn, and proud big brothers, Matthew and David.

And welcome to, precious Charlotte Mae Foon! Born to proud parents Emily and Jeremy Foon on April 23rd.

We are so happy for both of your families! Congratulations on the birth of your beautiful baby girls!

Our history...

Prior to 1959, UTMB had no social organization through which its house staff and their spouses could socialize. Recognizing the need for friendship and diversification while in Galveston, L’Nell Starkey initiated the formation of a group which was to become Resiterns. Although the organization has changed somewhat

from the small group which met in the student lounge of the

Ashbel Smith Building in July 1959, its basic purpose is still the same; to offer a support group for residents, interns, fellows and their spouses/significant others throughout their years of training at UTMB.

Membership...

Membership is open to all interns, residents, fellows and their spouses or significant others. Former Resiterns members and faculty may join and receive the monthly newsletter.

During the year, members may take advantage of numerous social functions, participate in worthwhile service projects, benefit from programs designed to educate or entertain, and become involved in some of the smaller interest groups. An informative monthly newsletter is also sent to all active Resiterns members.

Annual dues are $50.00 for each family.

At a glance...

Care and Concern

The Care and Concern Committee provides Resiterns members with support and assistance when it's needed most! We celebrate the birth of each Resiterns baby with home-cooked meals for Mom and Dad. We also empathize with those friends mourning the loss of a loved one. Whatever joy or sorrow a member may be experiencing, the Care and Concern chairwoman and other friends in Resiterns are there to see the family through it.

Service Opportunities

Resiterns gives back to the local community through a variety of service projects and donations. We also collect items for the Women’s Crisis Center at monthly meetings. There are plenty of opportunities for each Resiterns member!

Mother’s Group

Mother’s Group plans activities throughout the year, including an Easter Egg Hunt, Halloween Party, Children’s Bon Voyage, and Breakfast with Santa, for all the children of Resiterns members to enjoy.