CU Thrive Research Studies

ThriveCircles

Research Study

For CU SOM Faculty

Study Overview

• Peer-led small group program
• Guided discussions + shared meals
• Focus on meaning, resilience, and identity

Eligibility

• CU SOM faculty ≥0.5 FTE
• Clinicians, APPs, researchers, mental health providers, etc.

Commitment

• Six in-person shared meals over six months ·
• Four surveys (baseline, six, nine, 12 months)
• Optional interview

How to Join

• Join a pre-formed group (6-8 people) OR
• Be matched into a group

Compensation

• $25 per survey
• $50 interview
• Up to $125/meal reimbursement
• $250 facilitator incentive

Structure

• Randomized start (immediate vs 12 months)

IRB Study Info

• Study Title: Implementation of ThriveCircles for Clinician and Scientist Well-Being at CU SOM
• Principle Investigator: Liselotte N Dyrbye, MD, MHPE
• COMIRB Protocol Number: 26-0108
• Contact: Anneliese Elmer

Thrive Leadership Circles

Research Study

For CU SOM Leaders

Study Overview

• Peer-based leadership development program
• Structured learning + facilitated group meals
• Designed to strengthen supportive leadership skills

Eligibility

• CU SOM faculty ≥0.5 FTE
• Supervise five or more direct reports

Commitment

• Six in-person shared meals over six months
• Six self-paced learning modules
• Three surveys (baseline, six, and either nine or 12 months)
• Optional interview

How to Join

• Sign up solo and be placed into a group of eight School of Medicine Leaders

Compensation

• $20 per survey
• $50 interview
• Up to $125/meal reimbursement
• $250 facilitator incentive

Structure

• Randomized start (immediate vs six months)

IRB Study Info

• Study Title: Healthcare Leadership Development Program & Evaluation
• Principle Investigator: Natalie Schwatka, PhD, MS
• COMIRB Protocol Number: 26-0009
• Contact: Amy Schamberg