First, Heal Thyself
The Department of Pediatrics recognizes faculty members must first be healthy physically, emotionally and socially to fully achieve their professional goals and to advance the department’s mission excellence in education, patient care and research. Through the Office of Faculty Development, the Department has developed a Faculty Fulfillment Initiative aimed at strengthening faculty wellbeing.
PHYSICAL WELLBEING
- Yoga - UAB Sponsored Class
- Walking/Running Club
- Massage Stressed? Aching? Book an appointment on Tuesday or Wednesday with massage therapist Herbert Gooden. His suite is conveniently located on the second floor of The Children's Harbor Building, making it easy for you to visit during your day. Click here to make your appointment.
- C●2●5K – Spring Scramble Spring Scramble 5K is one of several community outreach programs organized by the UAB Pediatrics Residency Program through their Community, Outreach and Advocacy Program (Coat of Arms).
- UAB Employee Wellness Site
EMOTIONAL WELLBEING
- Meditation - a short (4:55) meditation with Deepak Chopra
- Laugh Yoga - if you need to laugh, check YouTube for "Laugh Yoga," it really is a thing!
- "Forest" - This ap will help you leave your cell phone alone for a half hour
- Narrative Reflection - 55 Word Stories
SOCIAL WELLBEING
- Third Thursday, FAB, is a monthly Pediatric Faculty Social held at different restaurants and/or watering holes. Mark your calendars for our next “Third Thursday” Faculty gathering. Stop in or stay a while. Just come! Appetizers are on us. Beverages of your choice on you. Sponsored by the DOP Wellbeing Committee.
- Special Interest Groups
- Community Outreach Events through Hands on Birmingham, this website offers you the ability to sign up for community service with a group or as an individual. The DOP also offers several specific outreach drives and event throughout the year.