Investigating the Perceived Impact of Surgeons’ Burnout on Surgical Physician Associates’ Wellness in United States Ambulatory Surgery Centers
Published August 8, 2024
Surgeons are the de facto leaders of surgical teams with surgical physician associates (SPAs) as integral members who function in all areas of the peri-operative environment. Surgeons often supervise SPAs.
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Rebuilding Trust After Bondi Beach: Healing Patients, Protecting Caregivers, and the Sacred Work of Care
Published August 6, 2026
The Bondi Beach tragedy of December 14, 2025 profoundly disrupted Australia’s collective sense of safety, belonging, and trust. Beyond the immediate loss of life and injury, such events exert lasting impacts on healthcare systems and the people who work within them. This article explores how trust can be rebuilt not only for patients and communities,
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The Impact of the ED Service Ambassador Program
Published September 11, 2025

In this episode, Amy Kwiatkowski talks with Liddy Deacon of Sutter Health about their Emergency Department Service Ambassador Program. Liddy shares how ambassadors support patients and staff, foster meaningful connections, and improve care experiences across the ED.
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Breaking Down Silos to Recruit, Retain, and Reignite Volunteer Engagement
Published April 21, 2026
Let’s face it – SILOs (Separate Interests with Limited Outcomes) are holding us back. In our teams. In our systems. In our communities. But what if you had the tools to break down those barriers and build bridges that spark real, lasting connection? Join this webinar to explore practical strategies for breaking down silos and
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