Fair Play: Workplace Protections for Emergency Physicians, Our Patients, and Our Families (Wellness Committee Sponsored)
This facilitated and interactive discussion aims to explore the minimum workplace protections that academic Emergency Departments should offer physicians, emphasizing the importance of physician health and well-being. Covering a range of components in emergency medicine schedules, including circadian protections, individual scheduling preferences, incentives for night shifts, and considerations for pregnant physicians, the session will also delve into parental and maternity leave policies. The goal is to identify best practices for scheduling that protect physicians and their families, comparing institutional or departmental approaches and conducting a mini-gap analysis to identify areas for improvement in current scheduling processes. The discussion recognizes the unique challenges faced by emergency physicians, aiming to promote a supportive and equitable workplace culture for all, with a focus on addressing burnout and enhancing work-life balance.
Presenters:
Katren R. Tyler, MD
Paul Kivela, MD, MBA
Emily Lynn Hirsh, MD
Al'ai Alvarez, MD
Neha P. Raukar, MD MS CAQSM
Michelle D. Lall, MD, MHS
Valerie Dobiesz, MD, MPH
