Healing the Healers: Innovating Mental Health and Leadership in Healthcare with Jennie Byrne, MD, PhD

On this episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast, Tara LaFon Gooch welcomes Dr. Jennie Byrne, MD, PhD—a trailblazing psychiatrist, neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and thought leader in healthcare innovation. Dr. Byrne brings a wealth of experience as a clinical advisor, entrepreneur, and author to the conversation. She is currently advising groundbreaking companies such as LunaJoy Health, PsychNow, and NewCo at Healthcare Foundry, all of which are revolutionizing mental healthcare delivery through technology, data, and collaboration.

As the Co-Founder of Belong Health, a purpose-driven healthcare company serving vulnerable populations, Dr. Byrne has a proven track record in designing and leading innovative clinical programs. Her expertise stems from a dual background as an MD/PhD in neuroscience and her work as a practicing psychiatrist specializing in physician mental health, including conditions like depression, anxiety, ADHD, burnout, and moral injury.

Dr. Byrne's best-selling book, Work Smart, provides actionable insights into leveraging brain and behavior science for professional success, while her second book, Moral Injury: Healing the Healers, addresses the clinician crisis in today’s healthcare system.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How mental health technology is reshaping the delivery of care.
• The concept of moral injury and how it impacts clinicians and the healthcare system.
• Dr. Byrne’s insights on leadership in healthcare innovation and how to align teams with purpose.
• Practical strategies for overcoming burnout and building resilience in high-pressure environments.

Join Tara and Dr. Byrne as they explore the intersection of healthcare innovation, mental health, and leadership, offering inspiring lessons for professionals and leaders alike.

📚 Learn more about Dr. Jennie Byrne at drjenniebyrne.com, or connect with her on LinkedIn.

📖 Check out Dr. Jennie Byrne's book Moral Injury: Healing the Healers on Amazon.

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