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Cover of Staying Human in Healthcare by Michelle Roy, PA-C

The Book

Staying Human in Healthcare

The inner skills every clinician deserves, but few were ever taught.

A practical, evidence-informed guide to the psychological, interpersonal, and emotional skills clinicians need to navigate real-world practice.

Who It's For

  • PA, NP, and other health professions students
  • Early-career clinicians navigating the transition to practice
  • Experienced clinicians seeking continued professional growth
  • Clinical educators, faculty, and mentors
  • Healthcare leaders supporting clinician development

What it addresses

Clinical training teaches what to do for patients. This book focuses on what helps clinicians do that work well over time: handling uncertainty and self-doubt, building working relationships, protecting energy, learning from mistakes, and staying connected to meaning.

Each chapter pairs research with clinical stories and practical exercises.

Inside the Book

The six REVAMP™ domains

R

Relationships

Navigate difficult conversations, build trust, and create connections that make clinical work more sustainable.

E

Engagement

Recognize your strengths, cultivate curiosity, and rediscover moments of focus and fulfillment in your work.

V

Vitality

Understand the demands on your energy, recognize early signs of depletion, and develop meaningful practices for recovery.

A

Accountability & Achievement

Navigate mistakes, uncertainty, and self-doubt with a mindset that supports learning rather than perfectionism.

M

Meaning

Reconnect with what matters, recognize your contributions, and build a professional identity beyond your role.

P

Positive Emotions

Cultivate gratitude, hope, and moments of joy without minimizing the challenges and emotional weight of clinical work.

Bring the Book to Your Program

Program directors and healthcare organizations are welcome to inquire about incorporating the book into curricula, workshops, or bulk purchases.

Inquire About Program Use

EXCLUSIVE READER RESOURCE

Your Staying Human in Healthcare Companion Workbook

Included with your book purchase

Discover your REVAMP™ profile, explore clinician archetypes, practice real-world skills, and create a personalized 30-day action plan.

Already have the book?

Scan the QR code on the back cover to access your complimentary 47-page workbook.