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Mindful Healthcare Practice in the Digital Age
This presentation, presented by Dr. Irene Estores, gives practical tips for how to use your cell phone, computer, and other technology more consciously, and is relevant for everyone (not just clinicians).
How Incivility Affects Medical Decision-Making and Performance
Everyone involved in patient care, and particularly those interested in patient safety and quality, should watch Dr. Amir Erez’s presentation to learn why exposure to [even mild acts of] rudeness and the traditional advice “to just get over it” are very dangerous to patient care.
What Working With End of Life Care Taught Me About How to Live
When we return home after a stressful day at work, our families sometimes pay the price. Building on 35 years of experience in nursing and hospice care, Sue Miller, RN reminded us to use the time we have to focus on what really matters in life her presentation.
Burnout, Addiction, & Suicide: A Reversible Downward Spiral
The stresses of working in the healthcare profession are well-known. Dr. Alexis Polles, Medical Director of the Professionals Resource Network, Inc., explained reasons for hope and ways to access help in her presentation.
Promoting Health With a Plant-Based Diet
Did you know that your nutrition has a bigger impact on long-term health than your smoking status? While vegetarian or vegan lifestyles may not be for everyone, Dr. Monica Aggarwal explains why everyone should eat more plants in her presentation.
Morning Motivation with Mandalas
Art therapist, Amy Bucciarelli, taught us how to use a simple self-care practice to relax and refocus amid a hectic work week in her dynamic workshop
Prescription for Medical Professionals to Achieve Great Posture and a Healthier Workplace
Those who experience back, neck, and/or shoulder pain would benefit from watching Cindy Mercado’s presentation, in which she provided a practical demonstration on how to adjust your desk chair, keyboard, monitor, and more to create the workstation that is ergonomically suited to YOU
Building Your Family Values Legacy: Estate Planning for `Regular’ People
We all need to consider our long-term well-being and how our legacy planning (or lack thereof) will impact our families. Attorney Cynthia Stump Swanson, Esq. helped us "understand the complexities of advanced directives, living wills, durable power of attorney, wills, revocable trusts, child protection plans, and more in a highly practical and easy-to-follow presentation.
Are You Listening? The Value of Listening in Health Care
If you were moved by the “Human Connection to Patient Care” video and/or you find you sometimes have trouble communicating with patients, colleagues, or loved ones, check out Dr. Lisa Athearn’s presentation in which she explains the 4 listening styles, and how recognizing your style and that of your conversation partner, can reduce conflict and improve interpersonal connection.
Using Your UF Benefits to Promote Work-Life Wellness
Many employees of UFCOM are unfamiliar with the many benefits provided through human resources. UFCOM HR specialists Kallie King, Katie Rogers, and Tyler Mayo described how to access/utilize your UF employee benefits in their presentation.