Description

This session focuses on the critical role of peer support and professional community in promoting clinician wellbeing, resilience and retention. Participants will examine evidence-based strategies—such as peer mentoring, reflective practice groups, and affinity-based communities—to build inclusive, trust-based networks that foster psychological safety and belonging. The speakers will discuss the development of a personalized plan to enhance peer connection and engagement within one's own professional setting, using strengths-based approaches aligned with individual and institutional values. Additionally, participants will review key literature supporting the effectiveness of coaching and peer support.

Speakers:

• Mukta Panda, MD, Regional Dean, Morehouse School of Medicine; Professor Department of Medicine and Medical Education; Facilitator Center for Courage and Renewal
• Matt Kodsi, MD, Founder and CEO, Bridging Journeys Coaching

Learning Objectives:

• Examine the impact of peer support and professional community on clinician well-being, resilience, and retention.
• Identify evidence-based approaches to building and sustaining peer support networks, including peer mentoring, reflective practice groups, and affinity-based communities, to foster a culture of trust, belonging, and psychological safety.
• Design a personalized plan to enhance peer connection and community engagement within one’s own professional setting, leveraging inclusive, strengths-based strategies that align with institutional values and individual goals for thriving. 
• Outline evidence-based literature supporting coaching and peer support.

The Tennessee Medical Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Tennessee Medical Association designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.