I am proud to share that HonorHealth has earned recognition from the American Medical Association (AMA) as a Joy in Medicine™ recognized organization. This prestigious distinction is granted only to organizations that attest to the rigorous criteria of the Joy in Medicine™ Health System Recognition Program and demonstrate a commitment to preserving the well-being of clinical care team members through proven efforts to combat work-related stress and burnout.

Since its inception in 2019, the Joy in Medicine™ Health System Recognition Program has recognized more than 100 organizations across the country. In 2023, a total of 72 health systems nationwide earned this distinction.

Burnout rates among the nation’s physicians and other healthcare professionals spiked dramatically as the COVID-19 pandemic placed acute stress on care teams and exacerbated long-standing system issues. While the worst days of the pandemic have past, the lingering impact of work-related burnout remains an obstacle to achieving national health goals.

For me, this is recognition of the work HonorHealth is doing to help physicians do what they love and what they do best, which is providing excellent care to our community. Part of this work is cultural. At the HonorHealth Center for Well-being, we are involving clinicians to improve our processes by getting feedback and input from those on the frontlines doing the work. Listening to what matters most to our physicians and then using that input to work toward improvements that increase their joy in the work they do led to this recognition.

Learn more about this recognition.

What’s next for well-being

Additional well-being work is planned following results of our engagement survey and AMA Organizational Biopsy that was completed in September.

If you would like to have a voice in well-being work to improve wellness, improve efficiencies/policies, and enhance the culture of well-being at HonorHealth please sign up here for opportunities and information. Remember, you can access Peer Support here.

Recognizing our physicians’ compassionate care at HonorHealth

HonorHealth Deer Valley Medical Center
Ruth Benzar, MD, critical care physician and independent member of the HonorHealth Medical Staff

Words from a grateful patient’s family:

“Then came Dr. Benzar to the rescue! Can I just say we love Dr. Benzar! She recognized his (the patient’s) struggle and went ahead and allowed them to remove the tube. He was instantly more comfortable and willing to get those necessary deep breaths. So grateful! For the entire stay, she checked up on him and made sure we were clear on everything. She is a great person! The whole family was impressed with her.”

HonorHealth Shea Medical Center
Allen Liu, hand surgeon and independent member of the HonorHealth Medical Staff

Words from an appreciative patient:

“Dr. Liu listened to my concerns, explained and followed up and through on action plans. He kept my family up to date on a daily basis. He was sensitive to my condition and situation. Kind, compassionate and patient.”