RICHMOND, VA – SafeHaven®, a program of the Medical Society of Virginia (MSV), announce the launch of a podcast for clinicians focused on solving the challenges of today’s medical practice environment. Titled “JoyMed,” and hosted by MSV CEO and Executive Vice President Melina Davis, the podcast is intended to help medical leaders share experiences and solutions while exploring ways to bring joy back into everyday life and the practice of medicine.
“In today’s environment, stress and burnout are very real issues for healthcare professionals of all kinds — from physicians and nurses to pharmacists and even students,” says Davis. “This podcast is an extension of our SafeHaven program, which provides confidential support to healthcare professionals, addressing career fatigue and other mental health challenges.”
“It’s critical that we encourage healthcare professionals at all levels to seek the help they need, and provide the tools and resources to create a culture of care and support, so they can reclaim their work-life balance and joy at home and in the work they do.”
“It’s important for Medical professionals to take be cared for so they can care for others,” Davis continues. “By bringing important issues to light, and encouraging honest and meaningful dialogue that focuses on solutions, the JoyMed podcast is one more way we’re helping healthcare professionals reinforce and rediscover their purpose and joy, and ensuring those who care for us are cared for as well.”
The JoyMed podcast will delve deeper into the unique challenges faced by healthcare professionals, explore strategies for resilience, and highlight the support systems available to them. Each podcast episode will feature expert insights, personal narratives, and practical tools to help foster a healthier and more supportive environment for our healthcare heroes.
The podcast’s first three episodes were released on Spotify and Apple Podcasts on October 17. Episode 1 highlights MSV’s SafeHaven program and its origin. Episode 2 features a PA’s experience with burnout. Episode 3 takes a look at the future of medicine from the perspective of both a medical and physician assistant student.
Additional JoyMed episodes will release on a monthly schedule.
About SafeHaven
SafeHaven was founded by the Medical Society of Virginia (MSV) after recognizing a greater need to provide clinicians the support to stay well and prevent burnout. SafeHaven ensures clinicians can seek support for burnout, career fatigue, and mental health reasons without the fear of undue repercussions to their medical license. Protections vary by state.
About the Medical Society of Virginia
The Medical Society of Virginia is a professional association with 10,000 members. The MSV is the only association representing all medical doctors, doctors of osteopathy and PAs, regardless of specialty or type of practice setting, in Virginia. Dedicated to Virginia’s physicians, PAs, and their patients, the MSV provides administrative, membership, and legislative services to its members, as well as serving as the liaison between local, national, and specialty medical organizations.
