FEATURE

WELL-BEING COMMITTEE

Duke Pathology prioritizes the well-being of our team, trainees, and patients. The Well-Being Committee strives to help department members keep this priority top of mind, and provide opportunities to support one another. Led by Sarah

Bean, MD,

the committee provides all members of the department tools to nurture a state of happiness and health in their emotional, physical, social and workplace Sarah Bean, MD, Well- well-being. It Being Committee Chair is founded on the belief that boosting happiness and connection with others, decreasing burnout, and fostering resilience are important to maintain a thriving work culture. In 2022, the committee launched a Wellness Resources website landing page that provides various resources to the department and beyond, including resources like books, podcasts and apps, as well as tips for mindfulness, self-assessment tools and guides for enhancing personal and professional growth. “We hope to build a solid sense of community, explore ways to improve our workplace, and create a welcoming work environment where everyone feels supported in prioritizing selfcare,” said Dr. Bean.

Pathology Department Holiday Bake-Off

Committee Activity Highlights

• Pathology Department Battle of the Pies • Purchased and raffled off 20 tickets for the “Tackle

Cancer Tailgate” fundraiser sponsored by DCI

Center for Prostate & Urologic Cancers • Joined forces with the Clinical Laboratories’

Diversity and Inclusion Work Culture Committee to support local schools by donating to collection drives for food and school supplies • Produced Pawthology Post monthly newsletter featuring department members and their pets • Hosts a weekly walking club • Shares opportunities, resources and tips in

Pathology Department weekly newsletter • Invites speakers to give Pathology Grand Rounds presentations, including executive coaches Dr.

Sharon Hull and Celeste Stacey, and mindfulness/ self-compassion expert Dr. Carrie Adair • Distributed stress-reducing fidget device to department members