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Health care leaders share insight, strategies and tips to combat physician burnout, improve patient care, and help put the joy back into the practice of medicine.

6 DAYS AGO

How to Gain Autonomy as a Physician

Dr. Greenawald, Interim Chair of Family Medicine at Carilion Clinic in Virginia, explores the concept of "autonomy" for physicians, offering his personal perspective while highlighting how the meaning of autonomy can vary for different physicians depending on their context and environment. Dr. Greenawald also discusses practical strategies for physicians and practice leaders to foster greater individual autonomy within health care settings, empowering physicians to make decisions that align with their professional values and patient care goals. Listen to our other episode with Dr. Greenawald; "How to be Employed Well": https://bit.ly/3ENH9oQ Explore the Wellness Centered Leadership Playbook: https://bit.ly/4cRjJM2 Explore the What to Look for in Your First or Next Practice Toolkit: https://bit.ly/4gwjJTu Association of Work Control With Burnout and Career Intentions Among U.S. Physicians: A Multi-institution Study: https://bit.ly/3FdGj59

31 min
4 JUN

The Importance of Disconnection

Dr. Rob Saper, Chair of the Department of Wellness and Preventive Medicine at Cleveland Clinic, explains what it means to fully disconnect from your work as a practicing physician, and discusses practical, actionable steps to do so. Explore the Value of Feeling Valued Playbook: https://bit.ly/43BX9Vk Explore the "Real PTO" for Physicians Toolkit: https://bit.ly/4ifGECW Explore the Wellness-Centered Leadership Playbook: https://bit.ly/4kKpyP9

38 min
28 MAY

A Lifeline for Moms: Providing Whole Person Care in Maternal Health Settings

Dr. Tiffany Moore Simas, Medical Director for Lifeline for Moms, and Obstetric Engagement Liaison for the Massachusetts Child Psychiatry Access Program MCPAP for Moms, explores the opportunities and challenges of maternal behavioral health-focused care models while emphasizing the importance of integrating behavioral health as a core component of perinatal health services. She also discusses programs designed to help physicians provide comprehensive, whole-person care to their patients, addressing both physical and mental health needs throughout their perinatal journey. Explore Lifeline for Moms: https://bit.ly/4buiWQI Explore MCPAP for Moms: https://bit.ly/4hbmA3f Explore the Behavioral Health Screening as a Part of Ongoing Care Webinar with Dr. Moore Simas: https://bit.ly/4iuIgbw

28 min
21 MAY

Navigating AI Governance at The Permanente Medical Group

Dr. Vincent Liu, Chief Data Officer at The Permanente Medical Group, an AMA health system group member, shares how they are defining success in Augmented Intelligence (AI) governance. He discusses how they're aligning AI initiatives with strategic goals, scaling successful pilots like ambient documentation, managing emerging risks, and building trust through clinician and patient engagement all while measuring the meaningful impact AI can offer. Explore the Governance for Augmented Intelligence Toolkit: https://bit.ly/4jzsVaR

22 min
14 MAY

Simplify Note Templates: Pearl of the Month

Physicians can often cut out redundant information, only documenting the medically necessary and appropriate history. By encouraging all physicians to create standardized notes with the same look and feel, your clinical team will reduce their cognitive burden and spend less time scrolling. Explore the Simplified Outpatient Documentation and Coding Toolkit: https://bit.ly/3S4ADh2

3 min
7 MAY

Johns Hopkins: An AI Success Story

Dr. Alvin Liu, an endowed professor of the AI Oversight Team and inaugural director of the James P. Gills Jr., MD, & Heather Gills Artificial Intelligence Innovation Center at Johns Hopkins Medicine, discusses Johns Hopkins Medicine’s journey with Augmented Intelligence (AI) governance, involving end users to provide feedback, and some critical factors for success in AI adoption and implementation. Explore the Governance for Augmented Intelligence Toolkit: https://bit.ly/4jzsVaR

21 min
30 APR

Mastering AI Governance: Key STEPS for Success

Dr. Srinivasan Suresh, Chief Information Officer, Chief Medical Information Officer, and Vice President of UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh discusses key steps for success in Augmented Intelligence (AI) governance, including establishing leadership and structure, aligning AI initiatives with strategic goals, developing policy, ensuring proper training and education, and continuously evaluating AI’s impact. Explore the Governance for Augmented Intelligence Toolkit: https://bit.ly/4jzsVaR

16 min
23 APR

Set Expectations for Using the Patient Portal: Pearl of the Month

Both patients and care teams need to understand that communication through the patient portal should not replace a physician visit, whether telehealth or in-person. Offer your patients a handout describing the best way to use the portal. Be open and honest with patients if they are sending too many messages. Explore the Patient Portal Optimization Toolkit: https://bit.ly/4jPu3qF

4 min

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Health care leaders share insight, strategies and tips to combat physician burnout, improve patient care, and help put the joy back into the practice of medicine.