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When Healers Hurt: Nurses And The Hidden Burden of The Second Victim Phenomenon (SVP)

Published on 24 February 2026

This session explores the Second Victim Phenomenon (SVP) and shares strategies, such as peer support and just culture, to foster healing, resilience, and safer patient care.

This session explores the Second Victim Phenomenon (SVP)—the emotional toll healthcare providers face after medical errors or adverse events—and shares strategies, such as peer support and just culture, to foster healing, resilience, and safer patient care.

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Deep Dive

  • Topic

    Career

  • Global Region

    North America