Catherine Remines
VCU/VCUHS Leadership in Graduate Medical Education “LGME” Award for Program Coordinator
Department: School of Medicine
Catherine Remines’ undergraduate training in early childhood education makes her a perfect fit for the Department of Pediatrics. Starting as a program coordinator for the pediatric residency in 2015, she now helps to support and oversee the operational activities for 12 graduate medical education training programs in the Department of Pediatrics.
Catherine is known for her embodiment of collaboration, service, and teamwork. She consistently goes above and beyond to foster a collaborative environment that brings out the best in her colleagues. Her willingness to support and contribute to the success of the team is truly remarkable.
Her dedication to service is evident in her unwavering commitment to VCU Health’s pediatric GME and the broader community. She has been a strong pillar of support for fellowship program directors, fellows and coordinators resulting in success in all aspects of fellowship administration ranging from recruitment, onboarding, offboarding and organizing the logistics of pediatric fellowship curricula.
Her selfless dedication to helping others is an inspiration to all those fortunate enough to work alongside her. While doing that, she is always
looking out for the well-being of the trainees as well as her co-workers.
In the words of one of her colleagues, “Cathy is a valuable asset to programs and their coordinators with her exceptional knowledge and years of experience. She is an awesome colleague; extremely dependable, [and] she always has snacks! She is committed to the needs of the residents and fellows.” What sets Catherine apart is her exceptional teamwork skills. She consistently demonstrates an innate ability to work harmoniously with colleagues from various departments leading to the successful execution of complex projects. Her communications skills, adaptability, and open mindedness contribute to creating an environment where every team member feels valued and empowered.
In recognition of her expertise as a program coordinator, superior teamwork skills, and determination, it's clear that Catherine Remines is a Leader in Graduate Medical Education.