Schwartz Round

Join us for the first in a series of Schwartz rounds, aimed at Advanced Clinical Practice and Physician Associate students to discuss the emotional and social aspects of working in healthcare. It will take place in-person, and will be held in M2-018 between 12:30pm -13:30pm, and a sandwich lunch will be provided .

• What is a Schwartz round: https://youtu.be/cw5LItLVmsA

The theme the first session will explore is "A person or patient I will never forget". You will have the opportunity to listen to stories from the panel, about a patient or person who has impacted them to the point they will never forget them. After the panel has shared their stories, there will be opportunities for students to share their thoughts and reflections. The discussions within the room will be confidential.

This is a great opportunity to develop your emotional reflective skills, and for you to share your thoughts. Benefits to students who attend will include: time to reflect, learning from others' experiences, and improved emotional well-being. Schwartz rounds are becoming common practice within healthcare, community and mental health trusts, hospices, primary care, and educational settings - so this is a great opportunity for you to attend one.

• Why students should attend a Schwartz round: https://youtu.be/5yVMZi-Vy8I

If you would like to read more about Schwartz rounds before attending, please see here: The Point of Care Foundation

Beforehand, why not have a look at the following books, to get you thinking about emotional reflection:
 

• Black box thinking

• The chimp paradox

• How to promote wellbeing: practical steps for healthcare practitioners' mental health

• M.A.P to Wellbeing Relax with a Fresh Approach to Meditation