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Evaluating The Feasibility And Impact Of A Well-Being Retreat For Physicians And Advanced Practice Providers, Amanda K. Bailey, Amanda T. Sawyer, Hong Tao, Leila Durr, Alexandra Lajeunesse, Ravindran Sabapathy, Tyon L. Hall
Evaluating The Feasibility And Impact Of A Well-Being Retreat For Physicians And Advanced Practice Providers, Amanda K. Bailey, Amanda T. Sawyer, Hong Tao, Leila Durr, Alexandra Lajeunesse, Ravindran Sabapathy, Tyon L. Hall
Journal of Wellness
Introduction: Work stress experienced by physicians and advanced practice providers (APPs) can have a detrimental psychological and physical impact. Targeted interventions that focus on self-awareness, peer connection, and intentional self-care may reduce stress and improve well-being and professional fulfillment.
Methods: This is a summative program evaluation of a two-day well-being retreat for physicians and APPs employed at a healthcare system headquartered in Florida. Led by mental health professionals in May 2022, this retreat combined facilitator-led workshops and experiential practice activities with opportunities for peer connection and designated time with family members. The retreat objectives were to facilitate social …