Guest Background
Evangeline 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.
Summary
Dr. 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.
Takeaways
- Clinical 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.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
04:08 The Importance of Meaning and Relationships in Medicine
09:14 Addressing Burnout: Systemic Changes and Social Support
14:02 The Three S's: System Issues, Social Support, and Simple Techniques
28:00 Professional Identity Formation Continues After Medical School
30:00 Conclusion and Appreciation
Resources
- RISHI’s Tending the Flame Retreat Workshop
- ASCO/SIO Guidelines Summary
- USSG's report on Health Worker Burnout
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