Overview
This course focuses on the vital role of wellness programs in supporting rural healthcare providers and enhancing care in Nevada's rural communities. Dr. Lauren Schwarz will share proven strategies for establishing effective wellness initiatives in rural practices, providing tools to promote clinician wellbeing, address moral injury, and create supportive environments.
Through this training, participants will explore best practices for developing wellness programs, crafting strategic plans to promote clinical wellness, and fostering healthier workplaces. These efforts not only strengthen care for rural medical professionals but also enhance the experience of UNR Med students, inspiring them to pursue careers in rural medicine with confidence in available support systems.
This session topic is part of a clinical teaching professional development series presented by the Office of Community Faculty. To view all session topics in this series, please click on Office of Community Faculty Program Series. These courses are FREE with an active Community or Joint Faculty appointment at UNR Med. Please email adamwilkinson@med.unr.edu if you have any questions.
Learning Objectives
Following participation in this course, participants should be able to:
- Discuss the critical importance to build wellbeing supports for rural health care providers
- Develop practical strategies to create a wellness program in rural medical practices
- Discuss ideas for a strategic plan on how to promote clinical wellness in rural settings
- Describe how wellness programs help work places address moral injuries