Information Session

Physician Leader: Leading the Way in Trauma-Informed Care

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This presentation is part of Medical Affairs' seminar series, "Leadership in Focus: Empowering Physicians as Change Leaders in Medicine." As our health-care system continues to evolve, these seminars offer a chance for Physicians to gain practical tools and actionable strategies to lead with confidence. Each session will focus on timely topics to help you navigate change, drive health transformation, and make a meaningful impact in your role as a healthcare leader.

Speakers: Dr. Aaron Smith, Provincial Medical Executive Director; Luke MacMillan, Manager of Occupational Health, Safety, and Wellness; Rachel Askett, Wellness and Education Lead

During this session, you will learn:

  • Understand Empathic Strain, Secondary Traumatic Stress and Burnout and recognize the symptoms associated.
  • Define psychological safety and learn strategies to foster a psychologically safe work environment.
  • Provide guidance on best practice when conducting informal and formal debriefs.
  • Learn how to implement practical techniques and tools to promote wellness in the workplace.
  • Understand the principles of trauma-informed care and their application to patient care and workplace interactions in healthcare settings.
  • Recognize the signs of trauma in patients, colleagues, and oneself, and apply appropriate, non-triggering responses.
  • Learn strategies to create safe, supportive environments that minimize re-traumatization risks for patients and staff.

Event Details

Registration link
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/guM3VXxfS0CsIJP5xuPdiA#/registration

Event Cost

Fee type
No charge