Division of Biology and Medicine
Well-Being Program
Events
From virtual meditation sessions to in-person workouts, wellness events at the Medical School offers something for everyone.
Events
From virtual meditation sessions to in-person workouts, wellness events at the Medical School offers something for everyone.
Well-Being Calendar
The Well-Being Calendar features office-sponsored events. Additionally, you'll find meditations organized by Med^2, events hosted by the Student Health Council (SHC), and other related wellness events.
Featured Events
The Lunch & Be series aims to engage students, faculty and staff in art practices co-led by artists from the community, whether it be through movement, music listening, observing art, or writing activities.
Join us for our first Listening Circle event. This event aims to create space for shared emotional connection about our values, creating space for connection, shared experiences, and a look to the future. This session topic will be “Navigating Uncertain Times.” Laurice Girouard, LICSW, and Kelly Holder, PhD will provide facilitation. Light dinner will be served. Registration is required. Space is limited.
Med^2 is hosting a FREE hot yoga class at Providence Power Yoga Studio. Please follow the link to RSVP and learn more.
Join us for an intimate and illuminating conversation with renowned psychiatrist and best-selling author Dr. Jessi Gold, as she shares powerful insights into maintaining well-being, particularly in challenging environments like medical education. Dr. Gold brings her expertise and compassionate approach to an interactive dialogue that invites audience participation. Please register. Lunch will be provided.
Save the date for "Creating a Culture of Care in the Workplace," a lecture and Q&A by Jessi Gold, MD, presented by the Office of Women in Medicine & Science. Refreshments will be provided during check-in.
Experience a transformative space where gentle yoga, slow movement, deep breathing, and soothing sound baths come together to nurture your body, mind, and soul. Guided by a certified yoga instructor and a trauma-informed therapist. Embrace the opportunity to connect, reflect, and recharge in a serene and supportive environment. No experience is necessary. Registration is required.
Save the date of April 30, 2025 for this year's Physician Well-Being Symposium hosted at the Warren Alpert Medical School. Follow the link to see details from the 2024 program.
Recent Events Hosted by the Well-Being Program
Health and Wellness
Student Health Council (SHC) Hosts Pet Therapy
Last week the Student Health Council (SHC), under the leadership of Arjun Laud, hosted therapy dogs from The Bright and Beautiful Therapy Dogs at The Warren Alpert Medical School. It was just in time to help reduce the stress of MD28s as they prepared for final exams.
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Lunch & Be | December 2024 | Kelsey Bogdan: Mural Workshop
The Lunch & Be series aims to engage students and faculty/staff in different art practices co-led by artists from the community, whether it be through movement, music listening, observing art, or writing activities. December's session was lead by Kelsey Bogdan, an artist, scholar, and educator from The Warren Alpert Medical School class of MD27 who led a group mural painting workshop.
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Student Health Council (SHC) Hosts Hartselle Event
This week, the Student Health Council (SHC) hosted a program fondly referred to as the Hartselle event. Dr. Stephanie Hartselle gave participants Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques they could use to maintain and improve mental health. She spoke about finding the right therapist and finding balance in medical school. Dr Hartselle also shared her experience in psychiatric practice, including inpatient and outpatient.
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