October 18th, 2018
Norwalk, CT
LaKota Oaks (formerly Dolce Norwalk) 32 Weed Avenue Norwalk, CT 06850 United States
Time:6 to 8:30 p.m.
Registration cost:$75

An Evening Retreat for Physicians: Preventing Burnout

This new offering from the Gold Foundation is a collaboration with the Fairfield County Medical Association, an evening designed to help physicians who are at risk of burnout. Please come join us for this special dinner and discussion.

Download a PDF flier about the event here

Faculty: Steven F. Horowitz, M.D., F.A.C.C. Emeritus Chief, Division of Cardiology, Stamford Hospital and Professor of Clinical Medicine, Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons


The U.S. healthcare system is rapidly changing in an effort to deliver better care, improve health, and lower costs while providing care for an aging population with a high rate of chronic disease and comorbidities. Among the changes affecting clinical practice are new payment and delivery approaches, EMRs, patient portals, and public reported quality metrics—all of which change the landscape on how care is provided.

As a result of these changes and added pressures, many physicians are burned out, a syndrome characterized by a high degree of emotional exhaustion and depersonalization, and a low sense of control and personal accomplishment.

Learning Objectives:

  • Participants will learn more about the multiple factors contributing to professional stress and burnout, as well as strategies to minimize its impact.
  • Participants will learn the fundamentals and importance of time management in maintaining resilience and life balance.
  • Participants will gain a renewed appreciation for reconnecting with colleagues, rediscovering the soul of medicine, and reclaiming a more joyful and balanced life.

Attendees will be awarded 2.5 AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)™

Limited seating; register for the seminar here. Refunds will be given if we receive your cancellation within three (3) business days of the event.

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the essentials and standards of the Connecticut State Medical Society through the joint sponsorship of Norwalk Hospital and the Fairfield County Medical Association. Norwalk Hospital is accredited by the Connecticut State Medical Society to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Norwalk Hospital designates this activity for a maximum of 2.5 AMA PRA Category 1 credits.™ Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. The speaker of this activity has no relationship with any commercial organization providing direct or indirect financial support including but not limited to gifts, special incentives, medications, devices, or other products