What is a Portfolio?

   Portfolio Guide FAQ’s

 What is a portfolio? A portfolio is a catalogue of your growth during residency.  Just like an artist’s portfolio showcases select pieces, your portfolio will contain select examples of your accomplishments from residency training.  The CNMC residency provides a centralized location in the MedHub system where you can store these examples.  You will ultimately transfer your entries directly into a CV as you prepare for job applications or fellowship training.

Why a portfolio? If well maintained, a portfolio provides evidence that you’ve completed key steps in your professional development. In many cases, your portfolio is easily converted to a polished curriculum vitae that you can quickly put together for job interviews or fellowship applications. Later in your career, a well maintained portfolio is a key part of building your educational portfolio that you will need for promotion in an academic medical center.

 Does it take a lot of time? No! Some parts of the portfolio are auto-populated, and other parts can quickly be maintained by simple entries into the MedHub interface. These entries allow you to attach documentation, files, weblinks, or simple notes to your Resident Portfolio.

How do I get started? MedHub has a portfolio tab right on your home screen. Start by visiting this page. Using a drop down menu, you can add entries as you complete them.

 What are the necessary components of the resident portfolio? A quick checklist is available for you to make sure you have the right components added to your portfolio. (see insert) This checklist is for your reference. Every 6 months, you’ll receive an automated self-evaluation that will walk you through the necessary components that need to be added prior to your meeting with your portfolio advisor. The self evaluation includes some reflection questions that will help you think about your portfolio so that you get the most out of your advisor meeting. Do you need more information about the components listed in the graphic? Just click on the component and you’ll be linked to the resource page or content to help you complete or update that part of your portfolio.

 How do I keep it updated? If you forget or don’t have time, you’ll be reminded every 6 months to update your portfolio and reflect on your accomplishments with a self evaluation. After you fill out this evaluation, you will review the results with your mentor at your biannual meeting.