CME with Soul
Be rejuvenated. Be transformed.
Pause intentionally, before your body demands it. This conference isn't time away from medicine, it's an investment to stay in it. A few days now can change the trajectory of the next decade.
Join us April 8-10th, 2027
for hiking, writing, reflection, & rest in beautiful Southern Utah!
RESET. RENEW. RECONNECT WITH YOURSELF.
What's included:
*Opening reception and dinner at Cable Mountain Lodge, plus 1-2 provided meals/day
*Half-day hiking experience in Zion National Park
*Writing workshop, outdoor yoga, resilience curriculum with an all-physician faculty
*Scenic views, seasonal outdoor pool, full service spa, bicycle rentals, laundry facilities on-site.
*up to 12 CME hours (The Utah Medical Association Foundation designates this live activity for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. See FAQ's for more info.)
SPOUSES WELCOME!
Choose regular ticket to attend full retreat OR "spouse - excursion/meals only" option below. (Non-physician spouses not eligible for CME).
Typical early April weather in Southern Utah: sunny with highs around 75 degrees
*We recommend traveling into the Las Vegas airport with convenient shuttling (~$40 each way) to St. George area OR head straight to the St. George Regional Airport
NOTE: travel, lodging, and upgrades are not included
Get a glimpse into the REVITALIZE Conference & Retreat!
What attendees shared about the experience....
If you've been experiencing chronic stress or exhaustion, loss of meaning at work, or guilt around taking time off, it's time for a pause.
After the REVITALIZE Conference & Retreat, you'll return with more than just CME...
You'll have:
- A personalized burnout prevention toolkit
- A customized daily resilience routine you will actually do
- Renewed energy for patient care and career longevity, and
- New inspiring friendships that last!
CONFERENCE AGENDA
(detailed agenda to come!)
Conference Learning Objectives:
*After participating in this event, learners will be able to:
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Recognize signs and symptoms of physician burnout and explain their implications for professional performance and patient care.
- Identify multiple evidence-based domains of whole-person renewal that support physician well-being and resilience.
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Design a personalized, evidence-informed renewal plan to prevent burnout and support sustained professional fulfillment and patient-centered care.
*Content will be similar to previous years, including writing workshops, hiking at Zion National Park, outdoor yoga, and arts integration.
Experience the beauty of Cable Mountain Lodge!
Book early for our special retreat pricing. Limited block rooms available. Call 435-281-2269 to check availability. Be sure to mention you are part of the REVITALIZE retreat!
Special Retreat Pricing (while spots last) provides a 10% discount. With any questions, please email drmary@drmarywilde.com
Please see FAQ's below for further info!
Mary Wilde, MD - Retreat Host
Dr. Mary Wilde is an integrative pediatrician and owner of Imagine Pediatrics Behavioral Health and Wellness in St. George, Utah. She’s an author, podcaster, TEDx speaker, and frequent contributor to various online platforms sharing a message of compassion and resilience. A Minnesota native now transplanted to a desert climate, Dr. Wilde has witnessed the heartiness and wisdom that can emerge from extreme conditions. Her passion for promoting resilience has led her to create an online program called “Resilience School” for kids and teens and to host conferences and retreats for parents and professionals experiencing burnout. Her work on faculty at a local medical school focuses on building compassion and promoting overall flourishing of medical trainees. The REVITALIZE Retreat, founded by Dr. Wilde, has become an annual event, drawing physicians and other healthcare professionals from multiple specialties and from around the country. Dr. Wilde finds her greatest joy in exploring meaning, making music, and being a mom. She and her husband are the parents to 8 sons.
Dawn Baker, MD, MS
Dr. Dawn Baker is a wife, mother, former engineer, and board-certified anesthesiologist. She's a lover of words and writing, a keynote speaker, and a lifestyle design coach for physicians, focusing on the areas of work-life balance and career transition. Dr. Baker started her adult life as a vagabond rock climber and world traveler who loves to learn new things–which is what led her to a career in medicine. She is the author of the book Lean Out: A Professional Woman’s Guide to Finding Authentic Work-Life Balance and host of the Lean Out Podcast. Dr. Baker is also a certified yoga and meditation instructor who is passionate about off-grid living, homeschooling, fitness, and travel.
Bryan Kono, MD
Dr. Bryan Kono is an integrative pediatrician, founder of Highlands Integrative Pediatrics in Denver, and Clinical Instructor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. He has been utilizing hypnosis and biofeedback in practice since 2009. During medical training he relied on journaling, and the writing and reading of poetry as a way of processing the profound patient experiences that he was a part of. After residency he compiled those writings and authored the book, A Rich Residence: The Poetic Education of a Pediatrician-In-Training. Dr. Kono's current work includes reframing the problem of burnout in healthcare using the poetic lens….from burnout to burning bright.
Ana Verissimo, MD, MA
Dr. Ana Maria Verissimo is a retired Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. She holds an M.D. from Brown University, an M.A. in Health, and Healing from the Graduate Institute, and has advanced training in clinical hypnosis. Dr. Verissimo developed an Integrative Medicine Program at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center utilizing holistic mind-body therapies including mindfulness, guided imagery, hypnosis, and biofeedback. She enjoys traveling, gardening, birding, kayaking, hiking, and finds ‘joy’ in nature. She writes poetry, short stories and incorporates ‘life lessons’ within her writing, teaching, and consulting. Learn more at resiliencethroughreflection.org.
John Carbone, MD
Dr. John Carbone received his medical training at University of Connecticut and is a Diplomat of the American Academy of Family Physicians. He has been trained as a Mindfulness Facilitator by internationally renowned Mindfulness expert Shinzen Young, and he has completed the practicum training in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction through the Center for Mindfulness at the University of Massachusetts School of Medicine. He has participated in multiple retreats, conferences and seminars with pioneers in the integration of Mindfulness and Health Care, including Jon Kabat-Zinn, PhD; Deepak Chopra, MD; Jack Kornfield, PhD; Saki Santorelli, EdD; B. Alan Wallace, PhD; Susan Kaiser Greenland, JD; Sharon Salzberg, and Joseph Goldstein. Dr. Carbone has been teaching Mindfulness and has been using Mindfulness-Based Interventions in his role as a Family Physician for over 20 years.
Cynthia Libert, MD
Cynthia Libert, M.D. is a board-certified family physician, functional medicine expert, and founder of Caring for the Body, PLLC – Center for Functional Medicine in Asheville, NC. With over 20 years of experience, she blends clinical excellence with compassionate, root-cause care focused on cognitive health, burnout recovery, and whole-person renewal. After facing her own struggle with professional exhaustion, Dr. Libert took a bold leap—leaving conventional medicine to build a purpose-driven practice rooted in healing, service, and sustainability. Her entrepreneurial journey has become a powerful testimony of what’s possible when physicians reclaim their calling and lead from a place of alignment and joy. She is the creator of The Joy Prescription and ReThink Aging, educational platforms that help individuals flourish in body, mind, and purpose. A passionate teacher, wife, and mother of three, Dr. Libert inspires others to create lives and practices that reflect their deepest values.
Andy Barnes, MD, MPH
Dr. Andy Barnes is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Minnesota Medical School, serving as the Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics fellowship director and faculty in the Bakken Center for Spirituality and Healing. He's authored over 50 articles and book chapters on child development, resilience, and integrative pediatrics, and leads cross-disciplinary workshops in clinical hypnosis with the Minnesota Society of Clinical Hypnosis and the National Pediatric Hypnosis Training Institute. He is also a lifelong visual artist who works in graphite, inks, and acrylics at home and in the clinic to explore manifestations of illness and wellness through artistic expression.
CONFERENCE FAQ's:
How do I get there?
The most economical way to get to the St. George area is by flying into Las Vegas and then renting a car or taking a shuttle to your destination (St. George Shuttle and Salt Lake Express are two companies that provide transportation between Las Vegas and St. George). PLEASE NOTE THAT LAS VEGAS IS IN A DIFFERENT TIME ZONE. Perhaps the most convenient way to get to St. George would be flying into the St. George Regional Airport. (Black Desert Resort does offer a shuttle pick up service from the St. George Airport).
What should I bring?
Weather in late March will likely be sunny and cool with high's in the mid 60's. Bring comfortable clothes and shoes for hiking and yoga. In the mornings and evenings you may want a coat (and even a hat & gloves). For the reception, feel free to be as fancy or casual as you'd like! Depending on the weather, you may want to bring a bathing suit for swimming in a heated, outdoor pool. Other items to consider bringing: a journal & a water bottle (the climate here is very dry and you'll likely need to drink more water than usual).
How do I claim CME?
CME certificates will be awarded digitally following the event based on participation. This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Utah Medical Association through the joint providership of the UMA Foundation and the REVITALIZE Retreat. The UMA Foundation is accredited by the Utah Medical Association to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The UMA Foundation designates this live activity for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Non-physician participants may alternatively choose to earn CE credit through the AI-based Learner+ platform. Learn more HERE.
What ADA & other accommodations are available?
Certain retreat activities do require moderate fitness levels & mobility. The Black Desert Resort is ADA accessible.
Will I fit in with the group?
If you are thoughtful, if you love the outdoors, if you value depth over small talk, if you want to practice medicine without losing yourself, you'll fit in perfectly! We are a very comfortable and welcoming group.
What's the cancellation policy?
Cancellations made at least 90 days prior to the start of the retreat will be refunded the full registration amount minus a nonrefundable $250 administrative fee. No refunds will be granted after that date for any reason (unless due to extreme and unforeseen circumstances the retreat does not take place. In such a case, registrants would be refunded the registration fee minus the nonrefundable $250, but would themselves be responsible for any other related costs or charges). Black Desert Resort is a separate entity and has its own cancellation policy. We are not responsible for fees or charges associated with cancellation at Black Desert Resort.
Where else should I visit while I'm in Southern Utah?
If you have additional time in the area, there are several beautiful parks and canyons within reasonable driving distance. There's Bryce Canyon, Grand Canyon-North Rim, Coral Pink Sand Dunes (sand sledding available), and even skiing at higher elevations (Brian Head Ski Resort). Other places of interest include Kayenta Arts Center, Tuacahn, and more. If you happen to still be in the area, the St. George Art Festival will take place the weekend following the retreat. Recommended restaurants include Aubergine Kitchen (Healthy/Vegan/GF), Mixed Greens (Healthy/Vegan/GF), & Irmita's (Mexican), Red Fort (Indian), Handel's Ice Cream Parlor is pretty amazing too! Downtown St. George has cute shops along main street and several historic buildings near downtown can be toured to learn more about early pioneer settlements (St. George Tabernacle, St. George Temple Visitor's Center, etc.).
Are spouses welcome at the retreat? Yes, spouses may register and attend the full retreat or the "spouse - excursions/meals only" option. There's also plenty to do for families in and near Southern Utah if you have a spouse and kids who want to stay at the resort but do their own thing :)
Can my organization become a retreat sponsor? Yes! Find the benefits of the various sponsorship tiers HERE. Contact Dr. Mary Wilde with questions.
With any further questions, contact Dr. Mary Wilde via email at drmary@drmarywilde.com
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU AT THE RETREAT!
Thank you to our Sponsors and Promotional Partners!
(learn more about these wonderful organizations HERE!)
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