Tending the Flame: Supporting clinician wellbeing

24/09/2024 31 min Temporada 2 Episodio 12
Tending the Flame: Supporting clinician wellbeing

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Send us a textGuest BackgroundEvangeline C. Andarsio, MD is a Clinical Professor of Medical Education and Obstetrics & Gynecology at Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine (WSU-BSOM). Dr. Andarsio is the Director of the Remen Institute for the Study of Health and Illness (RISHI) at Pure Healthcare and Director of the National Healer’s Art Program and Tending the Flame Program.SummaryDr. Vange Endarsio,  discusses the concept of clinical wellbeing and the importance of addressing burnout in healthcare professionals. She shares her personal journey of becoming a doctor and how she transitioned from practicing medicine to focusing on burnout and wellbeing. Dr. Endarsio explains the Tending the Flame workshop, which is designed to help clinicians restore their passion for their profession and find a sense of community and purpose. She emphasizes the need for self-care and the integration of meaning, medicine, and resiliency in healthcare. The workshop teaches mindful practices, rituals, and storytelling as tools for maintaining meaning and promoting self-care.TakeawaysClinical wellbeing is essential for healthcare professionals to provide quality care and prevent burnout.The Tending the Flame workshop helps clinicians restore their passion for their profession and find a sense of community and purpose.Self-care, including mindful practices, rituals, and storytelling, is crucial for maintaining meaning and promoting resilience in healthcare.Addressing burnout requires systemic changes in the healthcare system and social support from peers.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background04:08 The Importance of Meaning and Relationships in Medicine09:14 Addressing Burnout: Systemic Changes and Social Support14:02 The Three S's: System Issues, Social Support, and Simple Techniques28:00 Professional Identity Formation Continues After Medical School30:00 Conclusion and AppreciationResourcesRISHI’s Tending the Flame Retreat WorkshopASCO/SIO Guidelines SummaryUSSG's report on Health Worker BurnoutCheck out the book: "Healing and Cancer: A Guide to Whole Person Care"Visit https://www.healingandcancerbook.com/ for more information.Connect:Twitter: @DrWayneJonasFacebook: Dr. Wayne JonasInstagram: @drwaynejonasLinkedIn: Dr. Wayne JonasLinkedIn: Alyssa McManamonVisit Healing Works Foundation www.healingworksfoundation.org for more information. Dr. Wayne Jonas is a board-certified physician and Dr. Alyssa McManamon is a triple-board certified hematologist/oncologist. The opinions expressed on this show are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of their places of employment, the Department of Veterans Affairs, or the United States government. The opinions expressed on this podcast are meant for entertainment and education and should not be used to diagnose or treat any medical condition nor should they be used as a substitute for medical advice from a qualified, board-certified practicing clinician. Dr. Wayne Jonas and Dr. Alyssa McManamon have no relevant financial disclosures.

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