set than teaching — and matches surgeons with appropriate coaches
from across the country. A4SC also designs custom coaching pro-
grams for professional societies and healthcare systems.
Dr. Faerber sees surgeons becoming more aware of their well-being
outside of the OR and working with coaches to improve their mental
health and stress management.
"The tension and time commitment of a career in surgery can put a
lot strain on their personal lives," explains Dr. Faerber. "Working with
a coach gives them the ability to step back and gain a better perspec-
tive, so they're not just skilled providers. Happy surgeons are better
teammates and better people."
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