About this event
In this presentation, Duke University School of Medicine’s Will Bynum, MD, will use personal narrative and academic research to explore the psychology of shame, particularly as it relates to the medical profession. Dr. Bynum will provide updates related to the current research on shame in medicine, and the application of these research findings more broadly in healthcare. Lastly, Dr. Bynum will describe strategies for advancing shame resilience within the healthcare profession.
Who can attend
Registration is limited to ISMIE and SEMPIC policyholders, and their employed staff.
Learning objectives
At the conclusion of this learning activity, participants will be able to:
- Define the differences between shame and guilt and describe why this distinction matters
- Outline the triggers, contributing factors and effects of shame in healthcare professionals
- Describe the signs of a shame reaction
- List specific strategies for advancing shame resilience in healthcare
About the presenter
Will Bynum, MD, is an associate professor of family medicine at Duke University School of Medicine and the director of the Duke Family Medicine Residency Program. He is completing his PhD in Health Professions Education at Maastricht University in the Netherlands, where he studies shame experiences across the continuum of medical education. He is the creator of The Shame Conversation, an initiative that utilizes mixed media to advance open communication about the role of shame in healthcare.
Accreditation
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Illinois State Medical Society and ISMIE Mutual Insurance Company. The Illinois State Medical Society is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Credit Designation
The Illinois State Medical Society designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Disclosure
There are no relevant financial relationships with ACCME-defined commercial interests for anyone who was in control of the content of this activity.
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