Physician burnout is reaching epidemic proportions.

It is a complex issue driven by many factors, among which are the increasing pace of change and cost pressures in healthcare, feelings of isolation and a culture of medicine that does not value wellbeing. The costs are...

The latest ACGME Common Program Requirements (CPR Section VI. C. [Wellbeing]) put a renewed emphasis on patient safety and resident and faculty wellbeing.

ACGME determined this emphasis was important because:

- Residents and faculty have an increased risk for burnout and...

"Our best hope for an improved system of health care lies in developing authentic, compassionate and competent physician leaders who create conditions for an alternative future."

Among the more than seven million people working in healthcare, there are about 16 other he...

When you haven't been on one of our CME retreats, it is easy to wonder if it is worth the time and resources involved. But when you look at the responses from participants, it actually offers an incredible return on investment. 

Here are the comments from the parti...

The 2017 Alaska CME Retreat wrapped up over the summer. Here is some of what you missed : 

The photos are nice but you could always attend next year and see Alaska for yourself! 100% of the participants rated the quality of this years program 'excellent' ! Check ou...

What our 15 credit CME course in Alaska does for the heart and mind can't be understated, but it also happens to be a breathtaking experience for the eyes too!

Check out some of the sights you'll see in Alaska, then sign up here!

Physicians are being thrust into leadership roles at an unprecedented rate. But they are rolling their eyes at traditional leadership training - why?

Most physician leadership programs miss the mark despite solid material, competent faculty, and seemingly logical, well-...

AFP recently did a podcast about the topics of physician wellbeing and burnout. The featured guest is Mark H. Greenawald, MD, who recently co-authored "Healers in Need of Healing Cannot Heal" with Herdley O. Paolini, PhD.

Dr. Greenawald shares his own personal struggles...

Healthcare’s White Water: A CME curriculum that addresses Physician Burnout and Physician Leadership Development.

In this video: 12 physician leaders, one of the top white water rivers in the world, and a shared desire to grow a leadership that is courageous, passiona...