Media and Podcasts
NPWC Insights
A collection of conversations, interviews and insights by leading members of the NPWC team.
Poor Outcomes: Why Are We Still Grading Ourselves?
In episode 28 of Be Well, Practice Well, host Michael McGee, MD, talks with Stanford’s Physician Resource Network Support Program Director Al’ai Alvarez, MD, about poor outcomes. Why are physicians obsessed with them? Are systems using the right terms for them? How can doctors get past them?
Be Well, Practice Well
Join Dr. Michael McGee shares how clinicians can provide better care for their patients by prioritizing their own mental health and offers practical strategies in clinical excellence for today’s overwhelmed clinician.
Physician Burnout: The Real Reason Doctors Burn Out
What’s going on beneath the surface of physician burnout and suicide?
Why Do We Burnout?
Burnout with HealthyGamer.GG
EPISODE 1 OF COVID-19 ISSUES IN OUR COMMUNITY
Physician Burnout and Suicide in Nevada with Dr. Quinn Pauly, President of the Board of Directors of NPWC
EPISODE 43 OF COVID-19 ISSUES IN OUR COMMUNITY
Physician Burnout with Colleen Camenisch, Executive Director of Nevada Physician Wellness Coalition
Authority Magazine
Mental Health Champions: How Colleen Camenisch & The Nevada Physician Wellness Coalition Are Helping To Address Physician Burnout & Its Associated Stigma
An interview with NPWC Executive Direcetor Colleen Camenisch, by Yitzi Weiner
Media Library
COVID-19 : 5TH WAVE
With wave after wave of variants increasing the burden on health care systems, it’s incredibly hard to be hopeful at the moment and to see a silver lining in the midst of staffing shortages and the trauma of going into battle day after day. This new, six-part video series provides tips to say, “You’re not alone. We’re still here to support you.” We want to bring hope even on the darkest days.
This video series’ mission is to help all clinicians and care teams thrive at all times and in all challenges.
How to Prevent Physician Burn Out
Carilion Clinic | 32:38 mins
Dr. Simonds, faculty for Neurosurgery at Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, dives into burnout in the clinical setting and its effects on physicians, staff and patients.
Addressing Physician Burnout
Physician Select Management | 30:38 mins
Dr. Quinn Pauly, President of the Board of Directors of NPWC and Colleen Camenisch, Executive Director of NPWC discuss what Medical Practice Managers and Health IT Professionals can do to alleviate physician burnout and increase physician wellness.
To view the interview transcribed, click here.
Doctors and Depression
Healthcare Triage | 6:18 minutes
An inside look at a first-year doctor in training experience with understanding and coping with depression. He knew something was wrong with him and felt like he couldn't please anyone, becoming himself susceptible to feelings of despair and panic. But little did he know…he wasn't alone.
How To Help Our Colleagues With Mental Illness
ZDoggMD | 19:51 minutes
The stigma of mental illness can affect public figures, including those suffering on the front lines of our healthcare system.
Healthcare Leadership Panel on Peer Coaching: New Research, Experiences and Best Practices
VITAL WorkLife | 1:01:57
Recent research on peer coaching, and growth in its use nationally, shows encouraging signs that peer coaching is a proven, viable resource that is effective in improving clinician well being.
Unspoken: Doctor Depression and Suicide
Newsy | 18:04
Why do so many doctors commit or contemplate suicide, and what's being done about it?
Meditation For Doctors And Healthcare Professionals
Faculty Of Medicine | 15 minutes
This compassionate body scan by Kristin Neff is a practice for deepening our sense of self-compassion & body awareness. It invites us to embrace the fullness of our humanity, imperfections and all.
5min Yoga for Neck & Shoulders
yoginimelbourne | 15 minutes
This is a brief yoga reset for the upper body - perfect anytime during the day or evening to keep the upper body feeling good and mobile.
Podcasts
CASAT Conversations— Season 2: Exploring the Importance of Resilience in Healthcare
The second season of this podcasts explores the topic of resilience for primary and behavioral health providers. It focuses on ways to build resilience as an individual, community, and within large systems, and explores the complexities of resilience, the latest research, and tools for developing resilience as a healthcare provider.The Ten Percent Happier Podcast features world-renowned teachers from the mindfulness and meditation space.
The Married With Doctors Podcast is a resource that enables physician families to be stronger and happier by decreasing overwhelm and resentment. It is currently the longest-running podcast for physician families.
Apps for Download
Vitalize: An app tailored to clinicians and hospitals that seamlessly integrates evidence-based wellness modules and peer support into your workday.
Healthy Minds Program App: A free mindfulness app developed by a leading neuroscience research center. It combines podcast-style lessons on the science of meditation with both seated and active meditation skills.
Ten Percent Happier: Includes a free trial with meditation basics, happiness teachings, and help for stress and sleep.
Calm : A mindfulness and meditation app that includes a seven-day free trial
Exhale: An emotional well-being app designed for Black, Indigenous, and Women of Color (BIWOC).
Headspace: Beginner-friendly, and has a free trial and a discounted student plan.
Insight Meditation Timer: A free app with a wide variety of guided meditation options from around the world.
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