TalkVermont

Transforming Serious Illness Conversations

TalkVermont is a multi-component intervention to improve conversations between clinicians and seriously ill patients across the UVM Health Network. We use evidence-based methods, developed with national innovators, to train clinicians in state-of the art communication around serious illness and re-engineer the practice environment to support timely, effective communication.

About TalkVermont

Featured Courses

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Advanced Goals of Care Conversations

In this February 2023 TalkVermont course, you will learn the fundamentals of serious illness conversations including sharing medical information, eliciting goals and values and connecting more deeply with your patients and their loved ones.

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Doctor talking to patient, reviewing care plan.

Mastering Tough Conversation Goals

Mastering Goals of Care Conversations utilizes small group learning and deliberate practice technique. We are hosting an in-person event in March and a virtual event in April.

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Mastering Tough Conversations - Pediatrics

Coming in May 2023, master tough conversation goals in Pediatrics utilizing small group learning and deliberate practice technique.

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"The training was a surprise practice changer for me, despite many years of experience."

Primary Care Physician, UVMMC

“This is the most useful workshop I have attended in 10 years.”

ED Nurse, UVMMC

“I feel more confident, so I’m able to get to the point, gain insight, but still be sincere with my patients.”

Social Worker, Home Health & Hospice

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