Meroka Spotlight: Dr. Stefanie Simmons on Systemic Change for Clinician Well‑Being

April 15, 2025
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Meroka is proud to have Dr. Stefanie Simmons, MD FACEP, as an advisor and a champion for the well‑being of healthcare professionals. This week, she addressed Michigan legislators with clarity and conviction, reframing burnout as a systemic challenge rather than a personal failing.

In her remarks, Dr. Simmons called for safer licensing and credentialing processes that do not penalize healthcare workers for seeking help, investment in evidence‑based well‑being programs that protect and sustain clinicians, a meaningful reduction in administrative burdens that prevent time with patients, and a commitment to coalition‑driven policy change that strengthens the healthcare workforce.

Her advocacy builds on her work with the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation, where she leads efforts to ensure healthcare professionals have the support they need to thrive.

Watch her remarks starting at 44:25 here: Michigan House TV.

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