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Registration is now open

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Keynote address by Dr. Hayley Wickenheiser

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Korede Akindoju

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A Collective Approach to Medical Student Wellness

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DalMed student Korede Akindoju considers burnout in medical learners
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Leading the Way

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The South Shore Labelle Walkers are featured on the HTF's Make Your Move blog
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Embracing Physician Leadership

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March 2024
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Your DNS
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Leverage opportunities for learning and growth
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Dr. Joe Gillis

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On leaving a PR career and choosing a new path
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Basma Deef

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Katelyn Junus

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Physician Wellness Navigator
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Forms and processes

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Looking at the Big Picture

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Anesthesia resident Dr. Bridgette Chan considers a new approach for 2024
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