Our training brings together evidence-based tools and strategies in the area of peak human performance; along with practical knowledge gleaned from observing, interviewing, and coaching physicians in the field.
Major Jameel Janjua, experimental test pilot with the Canadian Armed Forces, shares ideas on how he stays appropriately "switched on" given the needs of any performance situation. His world, much like in medicine, is a high-pressure, high cost of failure performance context. Jameel provides rich insight on a range of human factors, and high-performance related topics. Among those he touches on include performing under pressure, maintaining situation awareness, the need for attentional flexibility, preparing to respond to the unexpected, and critical task prioritization. Throughout the discussion we draw parallels between the conditions he performs under and how, from a human performance standpoint, these might mirror what physicians face in their work. 08:27 Jameel describes what attributes make for a great fighter pilot The central role that passion plays No such thing as fair-weather fighter pilots Resilience matters Harmonious and obsessive passion 17:21 Cultivating an ideal focus, and performance mindset Attentional flexibility and task execution Preparation (training and simulation) drives “in the moment” focus Staying perceptive in critical AND non-critical moments Engagement: Going from 0-100 and all points in between Maintaining focus during benign performance moments 33:30 Communication and pilot focus Differences in comms between combat vs. test missions Personal “housekeeping” tasks to stay focused in flight Playing the “game of contingencies” How comms during test flights can enhance focus, performance, and safety Micro breaks to defocus and then re-focus “Buying risk”: The need to be in an optimal state 46:32 Switching on when the unexpected occurs Focus first on mission critical tasks Keeping the main thing, the main thing Train and simulate FOR the unexpected Train to your breaking point…and then go further Knowing the “attentional revisit rate” for each task/procedure 58:44 Recognizing those who have “it” and those who don’t “It” as a function of being teachable, open, humble, and driven to improve Further, “it” comprises the ability to rank, and stack, and execute important tasks and decisions in critical moments Arousal control and “it”
“You can’t pour from an empty cup” says noted strength and conditioning expert, Gavin McHale. He’s absolutely right about that. For many physicians, the demands of their work leave them in a time and energy deficit state. Not ideal for health, happiness, or performance. Gavin works with many physicians helping them start, and maintain a personalized fitness program in spite of all the demands. He offers keen insight on how to create the right internal drive to stay connected and consistent. In addition, he provides guidance and instruction on implementing “quickie” workouts to your day that can be beneficial for mood, energy, and overall health. As well, check out the free resources Gavin has made available on his website. They are a great way to start. Gavin McHale contact info Website: http://www.mchalestrength.com Facebook: Gavin McHale Instagram: gavinmchale1 2:38 On anchoring the motivation to train in spite of demanding schedules 5:15 Observations he has made on why people stay committed 7:49 Application to managing stress and optimizing your state 12:58 Cueing off your internal state to determine the right exertion level for the training session: Stimulate vs annihilate 22:23 Getting “switched on” to maximize focus in your workout 27:27 “Quickie” workouts when time is extra tight 32:07 Accessing Gavin’s free resources
Dr. David Hindle, Emergency Medicine, and pre-hospital flight team physician, shares lessons on sustainable performance
In this audio blog, Jason highlights how to be at your best on exam day. Using medical resident certification exams as a backdrop, he provides practical strategies to help maintain focus, respond to stressors, and harness an optimal persepctive up to and through the exam process.
Time. What we all wouldn't give to manufacture more of this. Busy schedules and unrelenting demands make it tough to do so. In this audio blog, Jason shares some ideas on how to reclaim and protect this precious commodity. Learn how to maximize efficiencies and gain back some control.
Time. What we all wouldn't give to manufacture more of this. Busy schedules and unrelenting demands make it tough to do so. In this audio blog, Jason shares some ideas on how to reclaim and protect this precious commodity. Learn how to maximize efficiencies and gain back some control.
Being the spouse/partner of a physician can be challenging. In this podcast Loren Peto talks candidly about the changes he and his spouse--whom is a physician-- have made over the years to help her optimize performance at work, and downtime away from it. He shares some of the mechanisms they have instituted to create more time and energy for her, and more meaning and empathy for him. He illustrates how simple adjustments in communication and time management make for a better relationship, and enhanced support system. Discussion points include: Benefit vs cost analysis: Do what you like, offload the rest Helping your physician spouse/partner decompress Value of geographical distance to enhance psychological distance Finding comfort viewing downtime as "what do I want to do" vs. "what should I be doing"
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