Recognizing Leaders in Healthcare Mental Health: Sharp Index Awards 2023

Is mental health for physicians and healthcare workers something you work in? Over the past 3 years, we have had annual awards to recognize healthcare leaders who are doing great work in mental health. Why?

Because the stigma surrounding mental health remains high. Last year, our legacy award winner was Carol Bernstein , MD. You might not know her name, but she has a lifetime of leadership in improving the health of our healthcare industry. You might not now that SCAN Health Plan executives decided patient outcomes needed to improve, or they would not get their bonus. You might now know that the hours you spend in documentation could be reduced with technology. You might now know that organizations exist that provide direct support for clinicians who have job related trauma. You might also need ideas for improvement.

We get asked about how to improve. I usually tell people that the most important intervention is the one that your physicians, nurses, and healthcare workers identify themselves. What is their passion? What matters to them?

Recognition is critical. Not everything in healthcare can be improved overnight, and narratives about healthcare workers being a hero help recognize hard work but do not solve issues with staffing shortages and unhealthy systems.

We invite you to partner with us to improve visibility for organizations and individuals who want both improved systems AND technology through the Sharp Index Awards. Our past winners are great leaders - and great friends.

The Sharp Index Awards 2023 will showcase the dedication and innovation of individuals and organizations committed to improving the well-being of clinicians.

You can sign up today to share the good news of healthcare. If you know anyone who would be a good partner to donate to the awards, please let them know.

We will be opening nominations in August.

Healthcare companies can make a significant impact, gain exposure, and align their brand with the vital work of advancing clinician well-being, mental health, and suicide prevention in the healthcare industry. Partners include events, news organizations, medical schools, health systems, membership communities, technology companies, and individuals. Join the movement dedicated to raising the voices of those doing the hard work- while helping your organization.

Recognizing people doing great work is crucial. The Sharp Index Awards are part of sharing this good news. Our partners include health systems, individuals, payers, technology companies and organizations. Here are some benefits:

Support a Critical Cause: By sponsoring the Sharp Index Awards, healthcare companies demonstrate their commitment to improving clinician well-being, mental health, and suicide prevention for clinicians. This work is crucial for the overall health and sustainability of the healthcare industry and support critical work. Healing is collaborative.

Celebrate Industry Leaders: The Sharp Index Awards celebrate hospitals, individuals, and non-profit organizations that have made significant contributions to clinician well-being.

Raise awareness and visibility for your leadership and your programs: Partners of the Sharp Index Awards receive marketing benefits, including prominent recognition and visibility on promotional materials, and through various media channels. The network of partners and leaders at Sharp Index have over 100,000 followers dedicated to improving healthcare.

Connect with other leaders about the current issues in healthcare: Leaders recognize that staffing is a pain point. They know administrative burden is high. Build your network with the people across the US who participate in this important work.

Networking and Collaboration Opportunities: The Sharp Index Awards bring together a diverse group of healthcare professionals, thought leaders, and industry influencers. Collaboration is a critical part of overcoming isolation and loneliness, and learning about solutions that work.

Healthcare can be the healthiest place to work.

Sign up to sponsor today: https://sharpindex.org/sharp-merch/awards-partnership

Sign up to be a judge or help share the great work from nominees and winners: https://form.jotform.com/232056709871158

You can hear about the work from past winners on the Sharp Index Blog.