Gina
Drobena,
MD
Division Director, Transfusion Medicine
University of Arkansas Medical Center
Dr. Drobena is an Associate Professor in the College of Medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences where she is a clinical pathologist and the division director of transfusion medicine. She is certified in lifestyle medicine and culinary medicine and has a special interest in well-being and burnout in healthcare workers.
Presenting at the Nexus Summit:
Lightning Talk Description: Professional Wellness has been a serious concern across healthcare professions for over a decade. Recent events such as the COVID-19 pandemic emphasized the significant need for dedicated wellness programs in the healthcare field. On the individual level, a workshop providing a comprehensive approach to self-reflection and a personal wellness-assessment is helpful in identifying key areas of concern and evidence-based strategies to improve wellbeing. Similarly, on the leadership level, a workshop promoting a comprehensive assessment of policies and procedures as…