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Nurturing healthier connections between clinicians and patients.
New 2026 enrollment dates are open for our Mastering Tough Conversations and Faculty Development courses!
Whether you’re joining for the first time or returning to build on your experience, we can’t wait to learn and grow together in 2026.
Enroll today www.vitaltalk.org
Whether you’re joining for the first time or returning to build on your experience, we can’t wait to learn and grow together in 2026.
Enroll today www.vitaltalk.org
November 6, 2025 at 4:48 PM
New 2026 enrollment dates are open for our Mastering Tough Conversations and Faculty Development courses!
Whether you’re joining for the first time or returning to build on your experience, we can’t wait to learn and grow together in 2026.
Enroll today www.vitaltalk.org
Whether you’re joining for the first time or returning to build on your experience, we can’t wait to learn and grow together in 2026.
Enroll today www.vitaltalk.org
One last seat is waiting for you! Join us for this powerful learning experience, where you’ll connect with fellow pediatric clinicians, practice key communication skills, and grow your confidence in navigating tough conversations.
Register now before it’s too late: vitaltalk.org/pedstalk/
Register now before it’s too late: vitaltalk.org/pedstalk/
November 5, 2025 at 4:54 PM
One last seat is waiting for you! Join us for this powerful learning experience, where you’ll connect with fellow pediatric clinicians, practice key communication skills, and grow your confidence in navigating tough conversations.
Register now before it’s too late: vitaltalk.org/pedstalk/
Register now before it’s too late: vitaltalk.org/pedstalk/
Every step forward matters – Even small wins can build confidence and connection.
Let’s keep celebrating progress, one conversation at a time.
Let’s keep celebrating progress, one conversation at a time.
October 31, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Every step forward matters – Even small wins can build confidence and connection.
Let’s keep celebrating progress, one conversation at a time.
Let’s keep celebrating progress, one conversation at a time.
We’re still feeling energized from our EMTalk pilot last month!
Huge thanks to the clinicians and VitalTalk faculty who helped make this first-of-its-kind course a success — bringing practical communication skills to emergency medicine teams.
Huge thanks to the clinicians and VitalTalk faculty who helped make this first-of-its-kind course a success — bringing practical communication skills to emergency medicine teams.
October 28, 2025 at 2:53 PM
We’re still feeling energized from our EMTalk pilot last month!
Huge thanks to the clinicians and VitalTalk faculty who helped make this first-of-its-kind course a success — bringing practical communication skills to emergency medicine teams.
Huge thanks to the clinicians and VitalTalk faculty who helped make this first-of-its-kind course a success — bringing practical communication skills to emergency medicine teams.
Something new is coming!
Conversations That Matter: Engaging Patients Around Pain and Substance Use is a new course designed to help clinicians lead compassionate, effective conversations about substance use and pain management.
Learn more: vitaltalk.org/conversation...
Conversations That Matter: Engaging Patients Around Pain and Substance Use is a new course designed to help clinicians lead compassionate, effective conversations about substance use and pain management.
Learn more: vitaltalk.org/conversation...
October 23, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Something new is coming!
Conversations That Matter: Engaging Patients Around Pain and Substance Use is a new course designed to help clinicians lead compassionate, effective conversations about substance use and pain management.
Learn more: vitaltalk.org/conversation...
Conversations That Matter: Engaging Patients Around Pain and Substance Use is a new course designed to help clinicians lead compassionate, effective conversations about substance use and pain management.
Learn more: vitaltalk.org/conversation...
We had a wonderful experience at the Chief Nursing Officer Summit in Portland! It was inspiring to connect with nursing leaders as we expand our work in the field. We’re excited to continue collaborating and creating new ways to strengthen communication in nursing practice.
October 22, 2025 at 4:19 PM
We had a wonderful experience at the Chief Nursing Officer Summit in Portland! It was inspiring to connect with nursing leaders as we expand our work in the field. We’re excited to continue collaborating and creating new ways to strengthen communication in nursing practice.
We’re proud to congratulate Dr. Gretchen Schwarze on her election to the National Academy of Medicine — honoring her pioneering Best Case/Worst Case framework, which has transformed how surgeons communicate with patients about complex treatment decisions.
nam.edu/news-and-ins...
nam.edu/news-and-ins...
National Academy of Medicine Elects 100 New Members - NAM
The National Academy of Medicine has announced 100 new members for the Class of 2025.
nam.edu
October 20, 2025 at 4:28 PM
We’re proud to congratulate Dr. Gretchen Schwarze on her election to the National Academy of Medicine — honoring her pioneering Best Case/Worst Case framework, which has transformed how surgeons communicate with patients about complex treatment decisions.
nam.edu/news-and-ins...
nam.edu/news-and-ins...
A new study finds that for Black, Hispanic, and Asian patients, belonging and community—symbolized by the metaphor of home—shape how palliative care is viewed. Messaging that centers home and belonging may help build trust and inclusivity.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41027663/
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41027663/
Why Black, Hispanic, and Asian Patients Hesitate to Opt for Palliative Care: Deep Metaphors from Patients, Community Leaders, and Clinicians with Shared Cultural Identities to Shape More Effective Out...
<span><b><i>Background:</i></b> In the United States, national data show that Black, Hispanic, and Asian patients are less likely than White patients to receive palliative care (PC) despite comparable...
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
October 17, 2025 at 3:45 PM
A new study finds that for Black, Hispanic, and Asian patients, belonging and community—symbolized by the metaphor of home—shape how palliative care is viewed. Messaging that centers home and belonging may help build trust and inclusivity.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41027663/
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41027663/
A big milestone—our Faculty Development course is finally back in person, and for the very first time, in California! Join us in Palo Alto to grow as a facilitator and join a community shaping the future of healthcare communication: courses.vitaltalk.org/courses/cour...
September 25, 2025 at 4:48 PM
A big milestone—our Faculty Development course is finally back in person, and for the very first time, in California! Join us in Palo Alto to grow as a facilitator and join a community shaping the future of healthcare communication: courses.vitaltalk.org/courses/cour...
When families are asked to make decisions in the ICU, the experience can be stressful and isolating. Research highlights that better communication leads to more patient- & family-centered care—and shorter ICU stays. www.nejm.org/doi/pdf/10.1...
www.nejm.org
September 19, 2025 at 4:50 PM
When families are asked to make decisions in the ICU, the experience can be stressful and isolating. Research highlights that better communication leads to more patient- & family-centered care—and shorter ICU stays. www.nejm.org/doi/pdf/10.1...
Helping families and patients stay on the same page starts with an invitation to talk together. #VitalTalk #VitalTips
September 12, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Helping families and patients stay on the same page starts with an invitation to talk together. #VitalTalk #VitalTips
Coming soon: Informed Conversations: Skills for Clinical Trial Discussions—our new course with Fox Chase Cancer Center to help clinicians lead clear, compassionate discussions about clinical trial participation.
vitaltalk.org/informed-con...
vitaltalk.org/informed-con...
September 9, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Coming soon: Informed Conversations: Skills for Clinical Trial Discussions—our new course with Fox Chase Cancer Center to help clinicians lead clear, compassionate discussions about clinical trial participation.
vitaltalk.org/informed-con...
vitaltalk.org/informed-con...
Don’t miss this chance to strengthen your clinical communication skills with VitalTalk’s signature training—at a special September rate. Space is limited, so secure your spot today! Discounts are pre-applied at checkout. vitaltalk.org/mastering-to...
September 2, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Don’t miss this chance to strengthen your clinical communication skills with VitalTalk’s signature training—at a special September rate. Space is limited, so secure your spot today! Discounts are pre-applied at checkout. vitaltalk.org/mastering-to...
Training physicians in communication and relational skills not only improves patient outcomes but also combats burnout and strengthens teamwork. It’s time we see these as core competencies, not optional extras - pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...
Teaching power skills to improve physician self-efficacy, reduce burnout, and improve patient outcomes
If doctors had a way to improve their patients' healthcare experience, improve service feedback, reduce complaints, increase treatment adherence and reduce non-attendance, while at the same time comba...
pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
August 25, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Training physicians in communication and relational skills not only improves patient outcomes but also combats burnout and strengthens teamwork. It’s time we see these as core competencies, not optional extras - pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...
We’re excited to announce that in-person Faculty Development Training is back in 2026!
Our first stop: Palo Alto, California: Feb 3–4 & Sept 2–3, 2026.
And that’s just the beginning—more in-person trainings across the country will be announced soon to reach even more learners.
Our first stop: Palo Alto, California: Feb 3–4 & Sept 2–3, 2026.
And that’s just the beginning—more in-person trainings across the country will be announced soon to reach even more learners.
August 22, 2025 at 2:51 PM
We’re excited to announce that in-person Faculty Development Training is back in 2026!
Our first stop: Palo Alto, California: Feb 3–4 & Sept 2–3, 2026.
And that’s just the beginning—more in-person trainings across the country will be announced soon to reach even more learners.
Our first stop: Palo Alto, California: Feb 3–4 & Sept 2–3, 2026.
And that’s just the beginning—more in-person trainings across the country will be announced soon to reach even more learners.
Our new website is live! ✨
Clear, intuitive, and designed to connect you more easily with the training and tools you need. Come explore and see what’s new: www.vitaltalk.org
Clear, intuitive, and designed to connect you more easily with the training and tools you need. Come explore and see what’s new: www.vitaltalk.org
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August 18, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Our new website is live! ✨
Clear, intuitive, and designed to connect you more easily with the training and tools you need. Come explore and see what’s new: www.vitaltalk.org
Clear, intuitive, and designed to connect you more easily with the training and tools you need. Come explore and see what’s new: www.vitaltalk.org
We are so excited to continue our momentum with specialized training and bring you PedsTalk! This course equips pediatric clinicians with a structured framework and practical skills to navigate emotionally charged conversations with families. Learn more & enroll today: vitaltalk.org/pedstalk/
August 14, 2025 at 8:59 PM
We are so excited to continue our momentum with specialized training and bring you PedsTalk! This course equips pediatric clinicians with a structured framework and practical skills to navigate emotionally charged conversations with families. Learn more & enroll today: vitaltalk.org/pedstalk/
Meet your patient where they are at. Understanding what a patient already knows means you can skip what’s already clear, correct any misunderstandings, and deliver news that’s focused and relevant. #VitalTalk #VitalTips
August 8, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Meet your patient where they are at. Understanding what a patient already knows means you can skip what’s already clear, correct any misunderstandings, and deliver news that’s focused and relevant. #VitalTalk #VitalTips
Don’t miss your opportunity to grow with us! Apply now for a scholarship to one of our Fall 2025 Faculty Development courses before the deadline closes.
Details and application link on our website: chooseyourpath.vitaltalk.org/faculty-development-2
Details and application link on our website: chooseyourpath.vitaltalk.org/faculty-development-2
August 6, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Don’t miss your opportunity to grow with us! Apply now for a scholarship to one of our Fall 2025 Faculty Development courses before the deadline closes.
Details and application link on our website: chooseyourpath.vitaltalk.org/faculty-development-2
Details and application link on our website: chooseyourpath.vitaltalk.org/faculty-development-2
VitalTalk isn’t just a program—we’re a partner. We collaborate with institutions to meet their unique goals and improve care through better communication. Ready to strengthen your clinical culture?
#ClinicalCommunication #HealthcareLeadership
#ClinicalCommunication #HealthcareLeadership
July 30, 2025 at 6:05 PM
VitalTalk isn’t just a program—we’re a partner. We collaborate with institutions to meet their unique goals and improve care through better communication. Ready to strengthen your clinical culture?
#ClinicalCommunication #HealthcareLeadership
#ClinicalCommunication #HealthcareLeadership
Invest in your skills—and save while you're at it! The August 5 & 7 Mastering Tough Conversations is now $100 off for a limited time. Enroll before seats fill: courses.vitaltalk.org/courses/cour...
July 24, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Invest in your skills—and save while you're at it! The August 5 & 7 Mastering Tough Conversations is now $100 off for a limited time. Enroll before seats fill: courses.vitaltalk.org/courses/cour...
Practice the skills that matter—anytime, anywhere. Download the free VitalTalk app today. Available for both IOS and Android in all countries.
July 18, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Practice the skills that matter—anytime, anywhere. Download the free VitalTalk app today. Available for both IOS and Android in all countries.
EMTalk is built by emergency clinicians for emergency clinicians. Learn proven, practical skills to deliver serious news with compassion, align with patients and families, and master what the ABEM oral boards now expect.
Enroll now: courses.vitaltalk.org/courses/cour...
Enroll now: courses.vitaltalk.org/courses/cour...
July 16, 2025 at 3:48 PM
EMTalk is built by emergency clinicians for emergency clinicians. Learn proven, practical skills to deliver serious news with compassion, align with patients and families, and master what the ABEM oral boards now expect.
Enroll now: courses.vitaltalk.org/courses/cour...
Enroll now: courses.vitaltalk.org/courses/cour...
We believe skilled communication should be teachable—and accessible.
Apply now for a scholarship to one of our Fall/Winter 2025 Faculty Development courses.
Details online: chooseyourpath.vitaltalk.org/faculty-deve...
Apply now for a scholarship to one of our Fall/Winter 2025 Faculty Development courses.
Details online: chooseyourpath.vitaltalk.org/faculty-deve...
July 8, 2025 at 7:58 PM
We believe skilled communication should be teachable—and accessible.
Apply now for a scholarship to one of our Fall/Winter 2025 Faculty Development courses.
Details online: chooseyourpath.vitaltalk.org/faculty-deve...
Apply now for a scholarship to one of our Fall/Winter 2025 Faculty Development courses.
Details online: chooseyourpath.vitaltalk.org/faculty-deve...
Acknowledging emotion isn’t a detour from serious news—it’s the bridge that helps the message land with clarity and compassion, making patients feel seen and clearing the way for better understanding and decision-making. #VitalTips #DeliveringSeriousNews
July 1, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Acknowledging emotion isn’t a detour from serious news—it’s the bridge that helps the message land with clarity and compassion, making patients feel seen and clearing the way for better understanding and decision-making. #VitalTips #DeliveringSeriousNews