Mindful Medicine
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Why We're Needed
Our mission as medical professionals is to relieve the suffering of others, yet we often don’t care for ourselves in the same way. Perhaps we think it is selfish to honor our need for relaxation and quiet time. The reality is that self-care isn’t selfish. Self-care is not the solution to the larger problems in our healthcare system, but it has a very important place in enabling us to practice medicine sustainably.
Who We Are
We are an independent, nonprofit organization and unaffiliated with corporate healthcare systems. We are based in Portland, Oregon, offering a weekly meditation meet-up and non-residential weekend retreats for medical professionals. Our board (and our partners) consist of medical doctors, registered nurses, licensed social workers, and trained mindfulness teachers. Our offerings address the burnout and stress that are often associated with the current corporate / profit-driven model of healthcare.
What We Do
We have a unique team that works with medical professionals teaching mindfulness practices, stress reduction techniques, and guided meditations. With Mindful Medicine, you’ll experience increased calm, decreased stress, flexibility of thought, and a greater capacity for caring. All of this happens in a warm, supportive community of peers, creating an experience of connection that many professionals are often too busy to cultivate. When practicing mindfulness regularly, energy, and creativity that is then carried forward into patient care.
Testimonials
Read what participants have said about their experience at our retreats
“I have created and maintained a healthier workspace at home and feel more empowered to be of service to my colleagues.”
Julie, Physicians Assistant