Le Well News

When second-year MD program student Lindsay Riley learned that MD program administrative coordinator Kamara Carpenter not only runs a tight ship with respect to compliance, clinical education and community-building but also is a certified massage therapist with over 20 years of experience, she had an idea. Noting that she had tried in her previous institution to create a massage interest group to receive instruction from local massage therapists, Riley approached Le Well’s Dr.

“Choose happiness.”  Amanda Kahn with a journal at the start of the Happiness Journal session 7/24/2024

The Office of Le Well, led by Drs.

Students had just returned from a week-long break and the long holiday weekend, and they were seriously busy studying for an exam the next day.  Nevertheless, the arrival of Locopops and a friendly dog (courtesy of Pet Partners, whose organizer and champion Judi came through with her lovely dog) were met with enthusiastic and gracious students, faculty (and another lovely dog and adorable children!) and staff at the PA Program Building. 

With instructions, encouragement, and materials generously provided by Dr.

Excellence in Professionalism Award Melanie Bonner, PhD Professor in Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences Assistant Dean of Student Services in the School of Medicine   The Excellence in Professionalism Award recognizes a faculty member who exemplifies professionalism and personifies Duke’s guiding principles of respect, trustworthiness, inclusion, teamwork, and learning.

… But though I have wept and fasted, wept and prayed, Though I have seen my head (grown slightly bald) brought in upon a platter, I am no prophet — and here’s no great matter;

  For those who could not join us, here is a summary of the event! THE STORIES PROJECT: HUMANITY IN EVERYDAY CLINICAL ENCOUNTERS   May 1, 2024 5-7 p.m. with DINNER* Sixth Floor, Trent Semans Center for Health Education

The Office of Learning Environment and Wellbeing will launch a pilot project to investigate the feasibility and impact of a cross-disciplinary peer support program on connectedness, burnout, and wellness for students in health professions education programs. 

LE WELL was pleased to host a special Wednesday wellness workshop on the patio outside the interprofessional education building on April 24.  Students from health professions programs enjoyed popsicles from Locopops and had the opportunity to spend time socializing with each other and with dogs and their owners graciously provided by Pet Partners.    Special thanks to Dr. Melanie Bonner for making this event possible!  Best wishes to all of our students in their studies and endeavors.