Near Peer Mentoring: An Opportunity for Trainees and Departments to Thrive.

Given time and resource constraints in academic medical centers, creation of near peer mentoring opportunities has advantages for all individual and department stakeholders. However, many residents may feel unprepared and uncomfortable when asked to participate in these interactions. After reviewing available literature, advantages for incorporation of near peer mentoring and a suggested framework for incorporation of a mentoring curriculum into residency is provided.