Join us for our first international conference!
Olakino: Change as a Practice
An entirely new Happy Doc Program
May 29 - June 1, 2026
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
Banff, Alberta, Canada
Olakino - An optimal state of health and well-being
So much has changed for all of us since Happy Doc started seven years ago. We have lived through a pandemic, and it seems change, uncertainty, and increased need have become the constants in healthcare.
Preventing burnout and compassion fatigue in this new era involves embracing change and new strategies for resilience in the face of uncertainty.
Our newest CME program focuses on four concepts:
ADAPT
Change is inevitable
PERSEVERE
Sometimes slower than we’d like
SURVIVE
Life goes on regardless
THRIVE
We must find joy and purpose
Change is inevitable
PERSEVERE
Sometimes slower than we’d like
SURVIVE
Life goes on regardless
THRIVE
We must find joy and purpose
Why Banff?
A successful retreat means a destination that will renew, invigorate, or inspire. The Banff Centre For Arts and Creativity hosts performers, writers, and other artists from around the world, so there's always something to see and do.
The centre itself is nestled within the Canadian Rockies, and the town of Banff is just a few minutes down the hill, with shops and restaurants - a great place to spend an afternoon.
Banff and the surrounding areas aer full out outdoor activities to enjoy as well.
Our schedule makes for plenty of free time to enjoy the area, so we chose a new area we thought you'd enjoy!
Meet Your Faculty
Kristi Grall, MD, MHPE
Kristi is As Associate Residency director and in charge of the Wellness program at Partners healthcare in Minneapolis, Mn
Larry DeLuca, EdD, MD
Co-ounder and Curriculum-director of Angels of Hippocrates/Happy Doc Summer Camp.
Elizabeth Vermilyea, PhD
Trauma Specialist and Therapist Specializing in Trauma, Training, and Program development. Former training director and Trauma specialist at the Sidran institute.
Rick Johnson, BA
Rick was the true founder of Angels of Hippocrates and Happy Doc Summer Camp. His vision of an organization that uses play and recreation along with evidence-based instruction is still our guiding principle.
Introduction
Combating burnout changing institutions - which isn't always easy. To overcome institutional inertia we need not only great ideas, but strategies for personal resilience and team building.
Nothing is required
Happy Doc is about helping your wellness, and what that means is up to you.
Program Highlights
- Evidence-based tools for assessing your own wellness - and that of your organization
- Resilience strategies for change agents
- Tools and apps to help maintain your wellness
- Strategies for building teams and gaining advocates for organizational change
