EHN 2022AnnualReport 9DIGITAL - Flipbook - Page 10
Care for the caregivers
In 2022, we continued our provider wellness small group support meetings.
Providers met once a month for a series of six months, to discuss issues related
to wellness. This cohort marked the third time we have held such meetings.
Unfortunately, burnout continues to be a problem
for providers. At Eastside Health Network (EHN),
we are dedicated to helping with provider wellness,
and our efforts are led by our Medical Director,
John Nelson, MD.
in a time of challenging clinical practice. I was
reinvigorated by the resilience that I saw and the
advice that I received. Thank you for putting this
together and allowing me to take part,” says Amrit
Lamba, Hospitalist, EvergreenHealth Medical Group.
Providers who have participated in these meetings
find them helpful for a variety of reasons.
This program is modeled on one at the Mayo Clinic.
Through a randomized controlled trial, the Mayo
Clinic found that its effort had positive effects on
physician wellbeing, meaning and job satisfaction.
“I greatly appreciated connecting with colleagues
from various specialties in a relaxed and fun
environment. It was a refreshing jolt of positivity
For more information
EHN plans to hold a fourth cohort
in 2023. If you are interested in
participating, please contact EHN
Medical Director John Nelson, MD.
johnr.nelson@
overlakehospital.org
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