As part of our commitment to fostering health equity and creating robust care teams, TVHC’s New Graduate Program is welcoming a talented group of newly graduated Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), including Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants, who are just beginning their careers. This program provides these graduates with the essential support they need as they transition into clinical practice, enabling our teams to expand access to care and deliver the latest in evidence-based practices to our patients. 

Earlier this month, our new APP graduates joined for a full-day retreat designed to equip them with professional insights and practical strategies. Led by our experienced providers, the group explored professionalism and ethics, continuing education, and approaches for excellence in daily practice. Highlights included sessions with Dr. Mokaya on thriving in the clinic, Dr. Rellan on effective communication, and Dr. Derrough on patient safety—all pivotal skills for ensuring top-notch patient care. 

“Through this program, we can support our care teams in the delivery of evidence-based, best practices and expand access to care for our patients,” said Dr. LouAnne Giangreco, TVHC’s Chief Medical Officer, as a reflection on the program. “The retreat was a great opportunity to build relationships, learn about our patients, and learn about all the TVHC has to offer.”

One standout part of the retreat was a hands-on experience to understand the social determinants of health impacting our patients. With guidance from the Patient Care Coordination (PCC), Family Support Services (FSS), and Community Outreach and Advocacy (COA) teams, our new grads participated in an immersive challenge, working with a limited budget to prepare healthy recipes with the support of our Promotoras. Together, they cooked and shared a meal, deepening their understanding of the challenges and resources that affect our patients’ lives. 

This retreat is the first step for these APP graduates to build relationships within TVHC, support one another, and enrich our team-based approach to meeting our patients’ biopsychosocial needs. We’re thrilled to see how these emerging leaders will strengthen our mission and contribute to a healthier future.