Schwartz Round

A chance to reflect

Thank you to all colleagues who attended the first two in-person Schwartz Rounds since the pandemic.

Trust psychologist and Schwartz Round facilitator Dr Elaine McWilliams said: “A Schwartz Round is a reflective group forum. They give staff from all disciplines an opportunity to reflect on the emotional and social aspects of working in healthcare.

“We all have demanding jobs and a Schwartz Round provides a safe and open space where all colleagues can share their experiences in confidence.

“They are incredibly valuable staff support sessions.” Guest speakers at the latest Grand Round included health care assistant Katie Mahoney, director of medical education Dolon Basu, and clinical nurse specialist in specialist palliative care Roberta Chadbourn. They led a lively discussion as we reflected on our experiences during the pandemic and how it affected us and our hopes for the future.

Further Schwartz Rounds will be held throughout 2023, at both UHNT and UHH, and staff are encouraged to take time from their busy schedule to attend a session.

Feedback from attendees:

“Will attend again and encourage others to do so”

“I found it very informative and emotional”

“Interesting and powerful”

“I was unexpectedly moved”

“Appreciated the insight into what colleagues were dealing were”