The Pediatric Lounge, Where Pediatric Physicians Come to Share Their Stories and Success
A Podcast taking you behind the door of the Physician's Lounge to get a deeper insight into just what docs are talking about today, from the clinically profound to the wonderfully routine...and everything in between.
The Pediatric Lounge, Where Pediatric Physicians Come to Share Their Stories and Success
124 The Role of a Chief Wellness Officer in Healthcare: A Conversation with Dr. Jennifer Shear
In this discussion, Dr. Jennifer Shear, Chief Wellness Officer at Allied Physician Group, details her role in maintaining the well-being of healthcare practitioners by explaining the unique services she provides to physicians. She highlights the importance of nurturing a healthy work culture for the overall success of the healthcare system. Moreover, Dr. Shear also shares her journey of becoming a pediatrician and her passion for coaching and empowering physicians to navigate the challenging healthcare landscape. As a certified executive and life coach, she explains the value proposition for coaching, the concept of positive psychology, and the broader societal implications of nurturing physician wellbeing.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:19 Discussion on Wellness Officer Role
01:09 Dr. Jennifer Shear's Journey to Pediatrics
02:02 Challenges and Joys of Pediatrics
03:52 Transition to Chief Wellness Officer Role
04:48 Understanding the Role of a Chief Wellness Officer
06:03 The Importance of Employee and Patient Satisfaction
09:27 The Role of a Chief Wellness Officer in Building Culture
11:49 The Impact of Negative Feedback and the Importance of Resilience
12:48 The Role of a Chief Wellness Officer in Retention and Recruitment
24:10 The Challenges of Building a Positive Culture in a Large Organization
26:03 Building Emotional Resilience in Healthcare
26:41 Personal Experiences with Stress and Coping Mechanisms
27:22 Addressing Employee Misconduct and Accountability
27:42 The Role of HR in Managing Employee Stress
32:08 The Importance of In-Person Meetings and Socialization
33:33 The Challenges of Maintaining Work-Life Balance
35:26 The Power of Coaching and Personal Development
39:19 The Impact of Positive Psychology and Wellness Practices
49:51 The Need for Change in the Healthcare System
52:03 The Future of Healthcare and the Role of Direct Primary Care
53:51 Closing Thoughts and Reflections
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The Pediatric Lounge - A Podcast taking you behind the door of the Physician's Lounge to get a deeper insight into what docs are talking about today, from the clinically profound to the wonderfully routine...and everything in between.
The conversations are not intended as medical advice, and the opinions expressed are solely those of the host and guest.