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2026-05-07 08:00:00

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2026-05-07 08:30:00

08:00 [CEST]

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Event details

2026-05-07 08:00:00

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2026-05-07 08:30:00

08:00 [CEST]

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WPAW2026: Leading Well: The Role of Leadership in PICU Caregiver Wellbeing

#WPAW2026

In this North America episode of the World PICU Awareness Week 2026 podcast, leading experts explore how leadership directly influences caregiver wellbeing and burnout in pediatric intensive care.

Through practical examples and evidence-based insights, the discussion highlights the importance of listening to teams, addressing system-level challenges, and fostering a culture where wellbeing is embedded into everyday practice.

From leadership behaviors to institutional support, this episode emphasizes a clear message: sustainable PICU care starts with how we lead.

Speakers

Wendy Quiroz Nasser

Associate Vice Chair of APPs in BCM Dept. of Pediatrics, Associate Chief of Critical Care Medicine

Baylor College of Medicine (BCM)/ Texas Children's Hospital

Asha Shenoi

Professor, Associate Dean

University of Kentucky

William Border

Chief Physician Wellness Officer, Director of Noninvasive Cardiac Imaging

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory University School of Medicine

Moderators

Z. Leah Harris

Professor and Chair of Pediatrics

Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin - Dell Children's Hospital

Key takeaways

Leadership Shapes Wellbeing

Strong, human-centered leadership is one of the most powerful drivers of reduced burnout and improved team engagement in PICUs.

Fix the System, Not the Individual

Burnout is largely driven by system-level issues – meaningful change comes from improving workflows, reducing inefficiencies, and addressing real team pain points.

Model What You Expect

Leaders set the tone: wellbeing must be visible in everyday behaviors, from respecting recovery time to creating a culture of openness, trust, and support.