<span itemprop="author">Stephanie Wellington, MD

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Reuniting with a colleague reminded me why I love being a doctor

Imagine walking through the hospital and seeing a colleague you haven’t worked with in years. The moment your eyes meet, a giant smile spreads across both of your faces—pure, genuine joy. There’s an instant connection, an unspoken recogniti…

The quiet shift: Practicing presence in the fast-paced medical profession

I’m in this place of noticing—not reacting—simply noticing the dance between myself and my environment, in the clinical setting and beyond. I’m noticing myself in conversation with colleagues. I’m asking the tough questions I hadn&#82…

How a simple habit changed my entire medical career

It became my go-to daily practice and changed everything. Mondays and me: a rocky start For years, I dreaded Mondays. They felt like a tidal wave of catch-up work after the weekend. During fellowship, the schedule was structured so that one fellow cove…

Transform your year: How movement and self-care change everything

Moving into the new year, I’m carrying forward the lessons that help me stay aligned with my goals and take meaningful action. But this time, I’m doing it differently. I’m moving with ease and flow. The years of stress and striving? T…

How to know if your leadership is effective

What sets great physician leaders apart? How do they ensure their leadership remains sharp, effective, and impactful? Physicians often recognize the need to refine their leadership skills when they notice breakdowns in communication, delays in response…

How slowing down and finding peace can transform your career

While a new year offers new beginnings, it’s not about scrapping everything and starting fresh. Instead, it means sitting still and quiet long enough to truly appreciate life lessons and use them as fuel for growth. So, here’s what I’…

How slowing down and finding peace can transform your career

While a new year offers new beginnings, it’s not about scrapping everything and starting fresh. Instead, it means sitting still and quiet long enough to truly appreciate life lessons and use them as fuel for growth. So, here’s what I’…

How a no-internet vacation transformed my life and career

The vacation had been planned for months. With laptop in hand, I headed to my happy place… my favorite place in the sun. I was excited to check some things off my to-do list while enjoying the sun, the beach, and the breeze. But things didn’t go …