02/27/2026
Today is Thank a Resident & Fellow Day — and at Maria Parham Health, we are proud to celebrate the incredible physicians who are training, learning and serving right here in our community.
Each year on the last Friday of February, healthcare organizations across the country pause to recognize how integral residents are to the care team. These dedicated physicians are on the front lines — providing compassionate care, supporting patients and families, and continuously expanding their knowledge and skills to better serve others.
We are especially proud of our residents in the Duke Rural Family Medicine Residency Program, who are training at Maria Parham Health while making a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of our community. Their commitment to rural healthcare strengthens access to quality care close to home and helps shape the future of medicine in our region.
To show our appreciation, we’ll be celebrating with tokens of appreciation, gifts and a special lunch in the hospital. If you run into one of our fine residents today, please be sure to give them a special “Thank You!” Their dedication, long hours and heart for service truly make a difference every day.