UB resident physicians and UMRS reach contract agreement addressing concerns [Video]

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — The Union of American Physicians and Dentists (UAPD) and University Medical Resident Services, P.C. (UMRS) announced that a contract agreement has been reached that addresses the concerns of UB medical residents and fellows.

According to a joint release from UAPD and UMRS, the contract is effective immediately and extends through June 2027. It was ratified with a 96% affirmative vote on December 13.

“The union contract is a first for UB’s medical trainees and provides salaries on par with peer New York State medical schools as well as funding for their health insurance costs and professional development, the release says.

In addition, it says other highlights include:

• Salary increases ranging from 17.3% to 34.4% over the three-year contract (depending on program year);
• Caps on healthcare premiums;
• Establishment of a Labor/Management Committee and Stakeholder-HSO Working Group to improve communication between stakeholders and troubleshoot workplace issues;
• Establishment of resident and fellow Peer Representatives to provide contract education, contract enforcement, …