When do residency programs start orientation?

[Lcook]

I know the first day is officially July 1st but I know programs have you start sooner for orientation and what not. I was wondering if new interns could tell us when their first day was/is that they need to be at their residency to start orientation?

[billIam]

Not ALL programs start on July 1st. Our program actually starts June 23rd, and we needed to be there a week ahead of time for orientation.

I think most start orientation somewhere between June 14th and June 21st though.

[Watcher]

My orientation started June 10th (last thursday) and I start on the wards on June 21st.

[POD10]

I start orientation on June 23rd. July 1st is start date

[Lcook]

the reason why I'm interested in this is because I'm getting married, and we'd like to have the wedding June 3rd, but don't know if that would leave us any time for a honeymoon if my residency starts early. I think from what I've heard from everyone its kinda a crap shoot, so I guess I'll just take my chances. Thanks everyone.

[Iliizarovian]

my orientation starts tomorrow.. wards on july 1st..

I think you're safe and reasonable at most places if you plan the wedding/activities to conclude the second week in june.. (june 14th ish)