• WHEN: Sept. 25, 2025, at 6:00 PM CST
• SPEAKER:
  • Michael Baron, MD – Medical Director, Tennessee Medical Foundation; President, Federation of State Physician Health Programs
• SUMMARY: This presentation will provide an overview of state efforts to combat stigma surrounding physician mental health through legislative reform, wellness initiatives and supportive tools. Participants will review recent changes in Tennessee statutes that encourage help-seeking behavior while safeguarding patient care, examine outcome and survey data from the Tennessee Medical Foundation (TMF), and learn about the TN-PSQ wellness tool and other resources aimed at reducing burnout and suicide risk among physicians.

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• WHEN: Nov. 6, 2025, at 6:00 PM CST
• SPEAKERS:
  • Jacob Lloyd, MD – General Surgery, Prisma Health
  • Daniel Fell – Health Systems Practice Lead, Unlock Health
• SUMMARY: The panel will educate physicians on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, covering foundational AI concepts, current applications and ethical considerations such as bias, transparency and patient privacy. The program highlights the importance of using AI to support, not replace, human-centered care and explores how clinicians can adapt and lead in an AI-enhanced environment. The presentation also reviews the role of wearable technology in patient assessment and examines how both healthcare providers and payors are currently using AI.

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• WHEN: Jan. 8, 2026, at 6:00 PM CST
• SPEAKERS:
  • Sen. Richard Briggs, MD – Senate District 7, Knoxville
  • John McCarley, MD – Nephrology, Nephrology Associates
  • Yarnell Beatty, JD – Vice President and General Counsel, Tennessee Medical Association
• SUMMARY: In this presentation, participants will explore the connection between healthcare policy and clinical practice, understanding their combined influence on patient care and system outcomes. The panel will examine key legislative processes and stakeholders driving healthcare reform, and learn how professionals can engage in policy to advance health equity. Additionally, the course will build advocacy skills and practical strategies to empower clinicians to lead positive change within healthcare systems and communities.

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• WHEN: March 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM CST
• 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
• SUMMARY: 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.

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• WHEN: April 7, 2026, at 6:00 PM CST
• SPEAKER:
  • Jeffrey A. Woods, JD – Risk and Practice Management Senior Attorney, SVMIC
• SUMMARY: This session aims to equip physicians with the awareness and tools to recognize common medical malpractice risks and their emotional and professional impact, while emphasizing the importance of systems thinking and proactive strategies to reduce risk. Participants will explore methods for maintaining resilience and psychological safety through peer support, institutional resources and personal coping skills. Finally, they will develop a personalized plan for managing high-risk clinical situations that balances legal risk reduction with practices that sustain wellbeing, compassion and professional identity.

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• WHEN: May 7, 2026, at 6:00 PM CST
• SPEAKER:
  • Walter Kerschl, MD, FACP, FACHE, CPE, MMM - Market Chief Medical Officer, Parkridge Medical Center
• SUMMARY: This session aims to equip physicians with the knowledge and skills to address clinician burnout at a systemic level. Participants will explore how organizational structures and culture contribute to burnout, evaluate evidence-based interventions that promote wellbeing and professional fulfillment, and develop actionable plans to implement sustainable changes within their own institutions. Additionally, participants will learn strategies to engage and gain support from administrative leadership to effectively drive these initiatives forward.

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