Advocacy, Physician Wellness, and the Power of Philanthropy: Donna Rovito on PAMED Talks
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On a special episode of PAMED Talks, Donna Rovito, editor of Physician Family Magazine and longtime advocate for quality healthcare in Pennsylvania, shares her powerful journey in physician advocacy. Rovito reflects on joining the medical community in 1983 and how that experience led to decades of work supporting physicians, families, and medical students across the state.
She discusses her leadership in the Pennsylvania Medical Society Alliance, the evolution of Physician Family Magazine, and her ongoing commitment to improving healthcare policy. Rovito also highlights the importance of physician wellness and the rising awareness around physician suicide, emphasizing how spouses and partners often play a key role in recognizing early signs of distress.

Her insights into medical student debt, philanthropy, and legislative advocacy offer a meaningful look at how communities can strengthen the future of care. Visit https://www.pamedsoc.org/home/news-resources/pamed-talks for more insight!

