Emergency Medicine Leadership in Wellness Fellowship

Shape the Future of Healthcare: Become a Chief Wellness Officer

Are you passionate about transforming the healthcare landscape and supporting the well-being of your colleagues? Join our established Emergency Medicine Leadership in Wellness Fellowship and become a leader in the field of physician health and well-being. This unique fellowship is designed for forward-thinking emergency medicine physicians who aspire to take on the vital role of Chief Wellness Officer or to be a departmental leader in a burgeoning and vital area of care.

Why Choose Our Fellowship?

  • Innovative Curriculum: Dive deep into a comprehensive curriculum that covers cutting-edge wellness strategies, mental health support, and resilience training as well as approaches to education and strategy. Learn from leading experts in physician wellness and gain practical skills to implement effective wellness programs in healthcare settings.
  • Leadership Training: Develop essential leadership skills to advocate for physician wellness at the organizational level. Our fellowship emphasizes the importance of strategic planning, policy development, and effective communication to drive cultural change within healthcare institutions. You will also have the opportunity to speak at Wellness Conferences and showcase your talent.
  • Hands-On Experience: Engage in immersive, hands-on experiences that allow you to apply your knowledge in real-world settings. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement wellness initiatives that make a tangible impact on the lives of healthcare providers.
  • Mentorship and Networking: Benefit from personalized mentorship from experienced Chief Wellness Officers and thought leaders in the field. Build a robust professional network with fellow fellows, faculty, and industry experts dedicated to improving physician well-being. You will have access to Mentorship and Coaching programs at no cost.
  • Research Opportunities: Contribute to the growing body of knowledge in physician wellness through research projects and publications. Our fellowship supports innovative research endeavors, providing you with the tools and resources needed to explore new frontiers in this critical area.

Who Should Apply?

This fellowship is ideal for emergency medicine physicians who:

  • Are committed to improving physician wellness and preventing burnout.
  • Aspire to leadership roles such as Chief Wellness Officer.
  • Seek to create a positive and supportive work environment for healthcare providers.
  • Desire to drive systemic change in healthcare organizations.
  • Are interested in research and contributing to the advancement of physician wellness knowledge.

Join Us and Make a Difference

Take the next step in your career and become a leader in physician wellness. Our Emergency Medicine Fellowship in Physician Wellness will equip you with the skills, knowledge, and experience to make a meaningful impact on the lives of healthcare providers and the overall healthcare system.

Apply Now

Applications are now open. For more information and to apply, visit [our website] or contact our fellowship coordinator, Kathy Diedrich, at kathleen.diedrich@baystatehealth.org and the Fellowship Director, Dr. Zachary Testo at zachary.testo@baystatehealth.org.

Together, we can build a healthier, more supportive future for our fellow healthcare professionals.

Meet our team

Zachary Testo, MD
Fellowship Director
email: Zachary.Testo@baystatehealth.org

Adrianne Wurzl, DO
email: Adrianne.wurzl@baystate.org

Kathleen Diederich
Program Administrator
phone: 413-794-5999 | email: Kathleen.Diederich@baystatehealth.org

By the numbers

Program Metrics

  • Length of Fellowship: 1 year
  • Number of fellows: 1-2 per year
  • Application deadline: November 1

Baystate & Department Metrics

  • Baystate Medical Center is a 716 bed, Level-1 Trauma Center & Pediatric Hospital
  • Annual census >122 ,000 (75% adults, 25% admission rate, 7% ICU admissions)
  • There are 42 full-time faculty members in the Emergency Medicine department at the main campus with varied research, education, and administrative responsibilities.
Fellow benefits & facilities
  • We have attempted to maintain salaries in the 75th percentile nationally, and here in western Massachusetts, we enjoy a lower cost of living than in major urban areas. Please contact our fellowship director for salary and benefit details: Zachary.TestoMD@baystatehealth.org
  • All insurance provided including Malpractice, Health, and Dental
  • 6 weeks vacation built into schedule
  • Additional CME funding available for conference attendance and educational materials
  • Emergency Medicine fellows moonlighting shifts available
Curriculum summary

Through educational meetings, lectures, conferences, and clinical shifts in a busy Level-I Trauma Center, you will graduate with the knowledge, skills, and leadership abilities required to manage the wellness of emergency medicine physicians in any environment.

  • Number of Clinical Hours: 8 shifts/month, 8.5 hours/shift
  • Inter- and intra-departmental wellness initiatives and groups
  • Quality/wellness improvement project
  • Hospital-wide and department-wide meetings related to provider wellness
  • Teaching and administrative responsibilities
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