CM13E3 - Physician Engagement And The Role Of The Physician

While nurses have a long history as leaders in the health care sustainability movement, physician engagement and leadership is often lacking. Given the pressures and demands of daily medical practice and the lack of education about environmental health and sustainability, it is rare to find physicians who are actively involved. This is unfortunate as physicians are well-poised as leaders, to advocate for sustainability as an opportunity for improved health and to bring this important work to the patients. In this interactive session, 3 physicians will share their experiences combining clinical practice with sustainability work. We will discuss strategies and opportunities for physician involvement, explore ways to overcome barriers to participation and discuss next steps for bringing physicians to the forefront of the health care sustainability movement.

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Dr. Lauren Berkow MD - Associate Professor, Anesthesia and Critical Care Medicine - Johns Hopkins School of Medicine

Dr. Amy Collins MD - Senior Clinical Advisor - Health Care Without Harm

Dr. Ted Shieh MD - DuPage Medical Group - Immediate Care

Dr. Jodi Sherman MD - Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology - Yale University, School of Medicine - Anesthesiology

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CM13E3 - Physician Engagement And The Role of The Physician
While nurses have a long history as leaders in the health care sustainability movement, physician engagement and leadership is often lacking. Given the pressures and demands of daily medical practice and the lack of education about environmental health and sustainability, it is rare to find physicians who are actively involved. This is unfortunate as physicians are well-poised as leaders, to advocate for sustainability as an opportunity for improved health and to bring this important work to the patients. In this interactive session, three physicians will share their experiences combining clinical practice with sustainability work. We will discuss strategies and opportunities for physician involvement, explore ways to overcome barriers to participation and discuss next steps for bringing physicians to the forefront of the health care sustainability movement. SPEAKER: Lauren Berkow, MD, Associate Professor of Anesthesiology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine | Amy Collins, MD, Staff Physician and Sustainability Coordinator, MetroWest Medical Center | Ted Shieh, Chief Medical Information Officer, Vanguard Westlake Hospital | Jodi Sherman, MD, Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology, Environmental Compliance Officer, Yale University, School of Medicine You must register to access.