KevinMD January 3, 2026
Wellness programming must evolve beyond institutions if we are serious about supporting physicians, especially women physicians.
For wellness to be taken seriously, it had to begin within institutions. Those efforts offered visibility and legitimacy. But institutional wellness is not the whole answer.
For 17 years, I led wellness initiatives inside a large medical organization. I saw the value of bringing attention to physician well-being. I also saw the limitations. Six years ago, I took on a broader role in physician wellness through my local medical society. At the same time, I began creating wellness spaces outside the system on my own.
Outside the institution, something different (and much more potent) becomes possible. No agendas. No fear of repercussions. Just honest...
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