Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes' Foundation

Our Chief Medical Officer, Stefanie Simmons, MD FACEP spoke with ASHP ahead of the The Turnout on Burnout: Strategies for Healthcare Well-Being at the 2024 Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition on December 8. Don’t miss the event that will feature will feature discussions of the NIOSH Impact Wellbeing campaign and ASHP’s Well-Being Ambassador Program as well as guidance for individuals who want to help make organizational changes to improve well-being. https://lnkd.in/ePNC9rpR #HopeForHealthcare #LeadForLorna #StandWithLorna #HowAreYouReally #StopTheStigma #ShineTheLight

Join the Stryker Heart of Safety Coalition’s next Insights Huddle with Sadie Elisseou, MD, a trauma-informed care and leadership expert. Dr. Elisseou will lead you through proven approaches to realize the widespread impact of trauma at work, recognize the signs and symptoms of trauma, respond by fully integrating knowledge about trauma into practice, and actively resist re-traumatization. Register: https://lnkd.in/epd5XVgB #HopeForHealthcare #LeadForLorna #StandWithLorna #HowAreYouReally #StopTheStigma #ShineTheLight

Trigger Warning: Suicide William Ballantyne West Jr., MD, an ophthalmology resident at George Washington University (GWU) Hospital recently died by suicide, with his last words being a warning for other residents and those who oversee them. Adam Brown, MD MBA writes in his latest MedPage Today article about how Dr. West’s death is a wake up calling to all of us: our current efforts are not enough. Read Dr. Brown’s full article: https://lnkd.in/dQwGEWvC If you or someone you know may be considering suicide, call or text 988 to contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. #HopeForHealthcare #LeadForLorna #StandWithLorna #HowAreYouReally #StopTheStigma #ShineTheLight

It’s #WorldMentalHealthDay and we’re reminded of our mission: We envision a world where seeking mental health services is universally viewed as a sign of strength for health care professionals. #HopeForHealthcare #LeadForLorna #StandWithLorna #HowAreYouReally #StopTheStigma #ShineTheLight

Today we’re thinking about Will West’s family and friends. Every death by suicide is a death too many. Will’s death is a reminder that there is still a lot of work to be done to support the mental wellbeing of our healthcare workforce. If you or someone you know may be considering suicide, call or text 988 to contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Read The Washington Post’s full story: https://lnkd.in/ezbSHcQb #HopeForHealthcare #LeadForLorna #StandWithLorna #HowAreYouReally #StopTheStigma #ShineTheLight Christine Yu Moutier American Foundation for Suicide Prevention J. Corey Feist, JD, MBA

J. Corey Feist, JD, MBA is on the DLBHF tour! Today he recognized 375 (!!) hospitals with the ALL IN Wellbeing First Champion Challenge badges. These 375 hospitals have audited and changed (as needed) all their applications, forms, and addendums to be free of intrusive mental health questions and stigmatizing language ?? Bravo! Learn how your licensure boards, hospitals, and health systems can get verified as an ALL IN Champion: https://lnkd.in/edBPF2t3 #HopeForHealthcare #LeadForLorna #StandWithLorna #HowAreYouReally #StopTheStigma #ShineTheLight

We’re proud to announce that we were chosen as a FIERCE 50 Social Impact Honoree! The Fierce Pharma FIERCE 50 recognition celebrates organizations that are making a significant social impact within the healthcare sector. Our Foundation’s inclusion in this list is a testament to our solutions-oriented programs and successful partnerships, all aimed at reducing burnout and improving the future of our health workforce. This honor is also a testament to the strength of our community and the movement for health worker wellbeing. Read the full feature: https://lnkd.in/eWuk_2Mt #HopeForHealthcare #LeadForLorna #StandWithLorna #HowAreYouReally #StopTheStigma #ShineTheLight

We’re excited to announce that Incredible Health has launched the Healthcare Policy Navigator for Nurses! Proud to have contributed to a tool that empowers both nurses and healthcare leaders to stay informed and take action on policies that directly affect their work. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dPYN_DT2 #HopeForHealthcare #LeadForLorna #StandWithLorna #HowAreYouReally #StopTheStigma #ShineTheLight Incredible Health Iman Abuzeid

Overly invasive #mentalhealth questions in licensing & credentialing applications prevent health workers from seeking mental health support and increase the risk of suicide. We're proud to share 34 licensure boards & 375 hospitals have verified their applications do not include intrusive mental health questions-benefiting more than 1.1 million licensed & 115,000 credentialed health workers nationwide. Explore the Champions: https://lnkd.in/edBPF2t3 #SuicidePreventionMonth #BeThe1To #clinicanwellbeing #clinicians #health #healthprofessionals

National Physician Suicide Awareness Day (#NPSADay) is a reminder and call to action. With your help, every day we can make time to talk – and to act – so physicians’ struggles don’t become mental health emergencies. Prevention begins with understanding the vital signs to look for in someone who may be in crisis. Learn more at NPSADay.org. If you or someone you know may be considering suicide, call or text 988 to contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. #HopeForHealthcare #LeadForLorna #StandWithLorna #HowAreYouReally #StopTheStigma #ShineTheLight The Physicians Foundation