Debriefing, Wellness and Humor in Medicine

This month team JC is inviting everyone to join us for our first combination Journal Club/Talent Show at the Push Comedy Theatre . We will be discussing a few topics relevant to physician wellness such as approaches to critical incident debriefing, how to find and develop humor in the ED and sources of affirmation for our work or, #WhyIDoIt. We will follow these great discussions with an open mike night, so I know you’re out there and I am appealing to YOU to sign up in advance and join us for a night of comradery and hilarity. Consider singing or playing a song, tell us a story, share a few favorite jokes, maybe a patient or resident encounter or a stupid human trick. Time will be limited so I’m asking for just 5-minutes. The theatre seats about 85 so we would love to see a BIG turnout from our EPT family so come on out and  help make it a memorable evening!  

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