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What We Do
Mindful Practice in Medicine at the University of Rochester offers educational programs to develop and inspire health professionals and organizations to thrive, restore joy in medicine, build community, and promote excellence in healthcare.
We teach health professionals the skills to be present, attentive, and curious, and to adopt a “beginner’s mind” with the goal of developing self-awareness and deep listening skills that are keys to navigating stressful and demanding situations in health care.
Upcoming Programs
November 2022 Facilitator Training
Chapin Mill Retreat Center
5357 Grist Mill Rd
Batavia, NY 14020
From Our Blog
Child’s Play
By Richard E. Kreipe, MD, FAAP, FSAHM, FAED
As a medical student, I enjoyed pediatrics because it involved paying attention to the ever-advancing developmental capacity of patients. For example, young infants would play peek-a-boo with me—a total stranger. Their immature brains were already programmed to recognize my face as human, but unable to realize that I was still present…
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What workshop participants are saying
“I found a renewed focus on the value of being authentic in my interactions with patients and colleagues, and how mindfulness practice makes this possible.”
“I learned that there is a whole toolbag of skills that I can utilize… to deal with difficulty, suffering, errors, depression, and anxiety.”
“I have an increased recognition of the importance that my formal mindful practice brings in helping me connect with patients.”
“Connecting with others who are interested in this and having the opportunity to reflect and experience the group meditations was helpful. I hope that I can share these practices widely with my colleagues.”
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