DESCRIPTION
The Schwartz Rounds program offers healthcare providers a regularly scheduled time during their fast-paced work lives to openly and honestly discuss social and emotional issues that arise in caring for patients. In contrast to traditional medical rounds, the focus is on the human dimension of healthcare. The principle is that caregivers are better able to make personal connections that improve their relationships with patients and colleagues when they have greater insight into their own responses and feelings.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

• Define compassion as it relates to healthcare 
• Cite evidence correlating empathy and compassion with improved meaningful outcomes for patients and staff 
• Explain how the Schwartz Rounds fosters compassion in healthcare organization
   

ATTENDANCE / CREDIT
Text the session code (provided only at the session) to 507-200-3010 within 48 hours of the live presentation to record attendance. All learners are encouraged to text attendance regardless of credit needs. This number is only used for receiving text messages related to tracking attendance. Additional tasks to obtain credit may be required based on the specific activity requirements and will be announced accordingly. Swiping your badge will not provide credit; that process is only applicable to meet GME requirements for Residents & Fellows.

TRANSCRIPT
Any credit or attendance awarded from this session will appear on your Transcript.

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Series Coordinator: Dawn Vlasaty