Welcome to the Sustainable Clinical Medicine Podcast, where we explore innovative strategies for creating more efficient and balanced clinical days.

In this episode, Dr. Sarah Smith speaks with Dr. Melissa Vyvey, a family physician from Ottawa specializing in geriatric care and co-director of the Foundation for Medical Practice Education. Join us as we delve into Dr. Vyvey's journey from a full practice family doctor to a leader in continuing medical education, tracing the roots of an impactful program born 30 years ago at McMaster University.

We'll uncover the evolution of problem-based learning, the significance of small group dynamics in medical practice, and how these elements combat burnout, enhance clinical judgment, and promote peer support. Dr. Vyvey also shares her insights into incorporating fun into learning, managing cognitive load, and the critical role of "de-implementation" for improving patient care.

Here are 3 key takeaways from this episode:

1. Supporting Physician Wellness: Dr. Vyvey highlights the importance of incorporating fun and social aspects into CME, making learning enjoyable and fostering a supportive professional community.
2. Enhancing Practice through Reflection: Learn about structured reflection tools and how they aid in identifying learning gaps, setting action plans, and improving patient care.
3. Balancing Professional Roles: Dr. Vyvey speaks on managing multiple roles and the value of peer support groups in sustaining a fulfilling career in medicine.

Dr. Melissa Vyvey Bio:

Dr. Melissa Vyvey is a family physician in Ottawa. She is the Co-Director of Programs at the Foundation for Medical Practice Education, a not-for-profit providing continuing medical education for family physicians by family physicians, based out of McMaster University. She is also an Assistant Professor at the University of Ottawa in the Department of Family Medicine. She is passionate about helping family physicians keep up to date! 

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Welcome to the Sustainable Clinical Medicine Podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Sarah Smith, a rural Family Physician and Charting Coach, dedicated to helping Physicians and healthcare providers achieve work-life balance through sustainable clinical models.

In today's episode, we are thrilled to have Michele Thomson join us. Michele, a resident of Vancouver, Canada, is a former registered nurse and the founder of Curis Consulting. She focuses on leadership development and creating psychologically safe workplaces. Michele's journey from nursing to consulting revealed the vital role of leadership in fostering supportive environments, particularly in senior housing and long-term care settings.

Michele shares insights from her transformative experiences in healthcare leadership, emphasizing the importance of honest communication, staff well-being, and meaningful changes that align resources for improved patient care.

Here are 3 key takeaways from this episode:

1. Effective Change Management: Michele highlighted that sustainable improvements in care require both adding and removing responsibilities, ensuring workloads remain manageable while focusing on quality.
2. Empowering Leadership: Creating trusting relationships and using respectful communication not only improves team dynamics but also directly impacts staff well-being and patient care quality.
3. Meaningful Engagement: Moving beyond conventional engagement activities, Michele found that personalized, thoughtful gestures resonate more with teams, fostering a greater sense of pride and contribution.

Michele Thomson Bio:

Michele Thomson is a Registered Nurse who has re-invented herself as a coach and consultant specializing in workplace culture and leadership development. Driven by her personal experiences with toxic workplace challenges, Michele is dedicated to fostering work environments that align with her core mission: creating environments that foster professional growth, have a lasting impact and nurture individuals on a personal level.

Michele's expertise in creating vibrant, psychologically safe spaces is made possible because of her unique approach - a fusion of the logical foundations of neuro-science with the power of mindset and human behaviour. She supports organizations and leaders in cultivating environments where individuals don't just work—they flourish. Michele also helps leaders understand that at its foundation, leadership is an exchange of energy between two people, and it's not as complicated as we have made it out to be.

With Michele, it's not just about making a living; it's about living a fulfilling life.

She has been featured on numerous global podcasts and is a speaker on leadership and workplace wellness. Michele, who values her roles as a daughter, wife, stepmother, and dog mama, finds joy in a hot cup of tea, a glass or two of cabernet and is a lover of all things lemon.

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Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Sustainable Clinical Medicine Podcast.

Today, our esteemed guest, Dr. Kristin Jacob, joins host Dr. Sarah Smith to delve into the evolving landscape of healthcare technology and clinician well-being. Dr. Jacob, an internal medicine and pediatrics physician at Corewell Health West, shares her insights on the challenges of using electronic medical record (EMR) systems, initially designed for billing, and her optimism about future technological advancements that promise to enhance EMR efficiency.

As an advocate for clinician well-being, Dr. Jacob discusses the significance of organizational strategies, technological optimizations, and initiatives to foster a supportive environment for clinicians.

Here are 3 key takeaways from this episode:

1. Optimizing EMR Use: Despite their billing-centric origins, there’s potential for Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) like Epic to become invaluable clinical tools. Future technological advancements and third-party innovations hold promise for enhancing their efficiency. 📈
2. Prioritizing Clinician Well-being: The shift towards openly discussing mental health in clinical settings is pivotal. Programs focused on clinician support can foster a culture where seeking help is normalized and well-being is prioritized. 💬
3. Empowering Future Leaders: Initiatives like the "Business of Medicine" elective can equip residents with essential non-clinical skills, helping them navigate and lead within complex healthcare systems effectively. 🎓

Dr. Kristin Jacob Bio:

Kristin Jacob, MD, FACP is the Medical Director of the Office of Physician and APP Fulfillment at Corewell Health West. Kristin practices outpatient Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at the Corewell Health Medical Group Rockford Family Medicine Internal Medicine-Pediatrics practice where she is the site lead physician. She also has directed the Business of Medicine elective for residents and fellows since 2015. She is passionate about delivering exception care and fostering a collaborative healthcare environment and firmly believes in supporting the caregivers delivering the care in order to do so.

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**** Charting Champions is a premiere, lifetime access Physician only program that is helping Physicians get home with today's work done. All the proven tools, support and community you need to create time for your life outside of medicine.

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**** Enjoying this podcast? Please share it with someone who would benefit. Also, don’t forget to hit “follow” so you get all the new episodes as soon as they are released.

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**** Questions? Comments? Want to share how this podcast has helped you? Shoot me an email at admin@reachcareercoaching.ca. I would love to hear from you.