03/21/2026
Riley Trainer’s match into psychiatry residency is incredibly well deserved. During her rotation with Dr. Waggel at Improve Life PLLC, she demonstrated an exceptional level of professionalism, dedication, and intellectual curiosity that set her apart from the very beginning. She approached every patient interaction with thoughtfulness and care, consistently showing an ability to connect, listen, and contribute meaningfully to treatment planning. Patients responded positively to her presence, and it was clear she brought both compassion and maturity into the clinical setting.
Throughout the rotation, Riley gained experience across a wide range of psychiatric conditions and took an organized, data-driven approach to her learning. She independently tracked her patient encounters in a structured and visually effective way, reflecting both her attention to detail and her commitment to truly understanding the scope of psychiatric practice. Beyond clinical work, she showed a strong investment in education and team collaboration. She completed multiple projects on clinically relevant topics, including the brain-gut connection, OCD treatment, off-label medication use, GLP-1 agonists, and the relationship between birth control and acne. She not only presented these topics to the team but also reinforced learning through interactive discussions and quizzes, elevating the educational environment for everyone.
Riley consistently demonstrated strong work ethic, punctuality, and professionalism. She integrated seamlessly into the team and was always proactive in seeking opportunities to learn and contribute. Her clinical insight, academic initiative, and genuine compassion for patients make her a standout future physician.
I have no doubt that Riley will thrive in psychiatry residency and continue to grow into an exceptional and thoughtful psychiatrist. Congratulations, Riley, on matching into psychiatry at Virtua Health. This is just the beginning of a very bright future.
