1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 In this episode, Dr. Stuart Slavin speaks with Dr. Kimara Ellefson, national director of Strategy and Partnerships for the Kern National Network for Flourishing in Health (KNN). Together they explore how the concept of flourishing—defined as “a wholeness of being and doing”—can transform the culture of medicine beyond burnout prevention toward purpose, belonging, and growth. Dr. Ellefson discusses KNN’s framework of caring, character, and practical wisdom, and shares how institutions can cultivate environments that nurture both individual and collective well-being. The conversation highlights measurement strategies; resident-led initiatives; and the power of small, everyday actions to create meaningful, lasting change in health care. Podcast Chapters (00:00) – Intro &amp;amp; Welcome (00:14) – Guest Background: Dr. Kimara Ellefson (00:55) – What Is Flourishing and Why It Matters (02:48) – Moving Beyond Burnout: What can we do? (04:16) – Residents: Connection &amp;amp; Belonging (05:02) – About the Kern National Network (KNN) (05:54) – KNN’s Framework for Flourishing (07:45) – Kimara’s Professional Journey &amp;amp; Personal Insights (09:27) – Engaging with KNN (10:00) – Measuring Flourishing: Tools and Challenges (12:28) – Avoiding Reductionism in Measurement (14:12) – Innovative Projects in GME: Flourishing in Action (17:38) – Aspirations for Flourishing in Healthcare (20:31) – Message for the Listeners: Everyday Change (21:38) – Closing Thoughts &amp;amp; Resources ACGME Well-Being Podcast http://acgme.libsyn.com/website <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/38729845/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/content/194522465