Dr. Susan Biali
MD
BC, CAHelp your people to enhance their resilience to stress, enjoy sustainable high performance, and prevent burnout.
An award-winning medical doctor and renowned stress resilience expert, Dr. Susan Biali transforms cutting-edge science into powerful, practical strategies for sustainable success. She’s on a mission to help leaders and their teams thrive in an ever-changing world, fueled by her own experience with burnout and depression. Biali doesn’t just teach resilience — she’s lived it, making her insights uniquely powerful for those seeking to unlock their full potential and sustain healthy high performance both at home and work.
Biali began her medical career as one of a select few women chosen for Royal College training in Emergency Medicine. After her personal burnout crisis, she left the ER and gained two decades of frontline experience in fast-paced urban medical clinics. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she served as a mental health clinician, counseling patients with anxiety and depression.
She has delivered keynotes and workshops for esteemed organizations including the US Navy, Google, MIT, McKinsey & Company, The Coca-Cola Company, AT&T, and Deloitte.
In 2024, she was invited to join the faculty of Harvard Medical School Continuing Education’s Herbert Benson MD Course in Mind-Body Medicine, where she lectured on reducing clinician burnout and fostering resilience.
As an executive coach, Biali has empowered senior executives, military leaders, and healthcare professionals to embrace change and excel without sacrificing well-being.
Recognized worldwide as an expert in stress, resilience, and performance, Biali is a trusted voice for national and international media. Her insights have been featured on The Today Show, Today with Hoda & Jenna, BBC World Service, Inc., Fast Company, Forbes, The Washington Post, The Chicago Tribune, and The New York Post. Her popular Psychology Today blog has attracted over 11 million views, and she was honoured by American Express as a “Real Life Potentialist.”
Biali holds a Doctorate of Medicine and a Bachelor’s of Science in Dietetics from the University of British Columbia. She is also the author of the bestselling book, The Resilient Life: Manage Stress, Prevent Burnout and Strengthen Your Mental and Physical Health.
An award-winning medical doctor and renowned stress resilience expert, Dr. Susan Biali transforms cutting-edge science into powerful, practical strategies for sustainable success. She’s on a mission to help leaders and their teams thrive in an ever-changing world, fueled by her own experience with burnout and depression. Biali doesn’t just teach resilience — she’s lived it, making her insights uniquely powerful for those seeking to unlock their full potential and sustain healthy high performance both at home and work.
Biali began her medical career as one of a select few women chosen for Royal College training in Emergency Medicine. After her personal burnout crisis, she left the ER and gained two decades of frontline experience in fast-paced urban medical clinics. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she served as a mental health clinician, counseling patients with anxiety and depression.
She has delivered keynotes and workshops for esteemed organizations including the US Navy, Google, MIT, McKinsey & Company, The Coca-Cola Company, AT&T, and Deloitte.
In 2024, she was invited to join the faculty of Harvard Medical School Continuing Education’s Herbert Benson MD Course in Mind-Body Medicine, where she lectured on reducing clinician burnout and fostering resilience.
As an executive coach, Biali has empowered senior executives, military leaders, and healthcare professionals to embrace change and excel without sacrificing well-being.
Recognized worldwide as an expert in stress, resilience, and performance, Biali is a trusted voice for national and international media. Her insights have been featured on The Today Show, Today with Hoda & Jenna, BBC World Service, Inc., Fast Company, Forbes, The Washington Post, The Chicago Tribune, and The New York Post. Her popular Psychology Today blog has attracted over 11 million views, and she was honoured by American Express as a “Real Life Potentialist.”
Biali holds a Doctorate of Medicine and a Bachelor’s of Science in Dietetics from the University of British Columbia. She is also the author of the bestselling book, The Resilient Life: Manage Stress, Prevent Burnout and Strengthen Your Mental and Physical Health.
STRESS RESILIENCE FOR HIGH PERFORMERS: ACCELERATE RECOVERY, INCREASE ENERGY, AND MAXIMIZE BRAIN HEALTH
Format: 45-90 minute keynote or multi-hour workshop
We have entered a new era in the science of human performance. Breakthroughs in neuroscience, physiology, epigenetics, and psychology highlight the importance of a deeper understanding of the phenomenon of stress. Yes, stress can be toxic, but it’s also a powerful source of change, innovation, achievement, and human thriving. In this energizing, inspiring session, stress resilience expert Dr....
NEXT-LEVEL LEADERSHIP: THE SCIENCE OF ENERGY, FOCUS & SUSTAINABLE SUCCESS
Format: 45-90 minute keynote / breakout session / up to multi-hour workshop
In today’s fast-paced, always-on world, even the most capable leaders struggle to sustain high performance. Navigating constant change and complexity, they’re at high risk for exhaustion and burnout. In this powerful and practical keynote or workshop, Dr. Susan Biali — physician, stress resilience expert, and leadership coach — shares the science and strategies behind...
THE RESILIENT LIFE: HOW TO THRIVE THROUGH CHALLENGE AND CHANGE
Formats: 45 - 90 minute keynote / breakout session / multi-hour workshop
In this engaging session, physician and stress resilience expert Dr. Susan Biali shares insights and strategies from her book The Resilient Life: Manage Stress, Prevent Burnout, and Strengthen Your Mental and Physical Health. Blending powerful personal stories with evidence-based tools, Dr. Biali illustrates how to recognize burnout, reduce stress, and strengthen one’s...
BEYOND BURNOUT: RENEWING OURSELVES, OUR WORK, AND OUR LIVES
Format: 45-90 minute keynote / breakout session / up to multi-hour workshop
In this inspiring and practical presentation, physician and stress resilience expert Dr. Susan Biali offers a refreshing, forward-looking approach to burnout. Participants will learn to recognize early signs, strengthen themselves and their colleagues, renew their energy, and feel revitalized in their work and lives. Drawing on the latest science and real-world experience, Dr....
STRONGER TOGETHER: FINDING STRENGTH AND RENEWAL IN HEALTHCARE
Format: 45-90 minute keynote / breakout session / up to multi-hour workshop
In this deeply personal and empowering presentation, Dr. Susan Biali shares her journey as a physician who has personally faced burnout, depression, and trauma-related stress. Drawing on two decades in primary care and her initial career in the ER, Dr. Susan combines heartfelt storytelling with practical, science-informed insights that speak directly to the realities of today’s...
MINDFUL LEADERSHIP: MAXIMIZE ENGAGEMENT AND THRIVE IN WORK AND LIFE
Format: 45-90 minute keynote / breakout session / up to multi-hour workshop
Mindfulness is most purely defined as a state of being conscious or aware. In order to be maximally effective, a mindful leader must cultivate deep awareness of how to lead themselves, in addition to leading their people. Drawing from almost three decades of study in the areas of health and wellness, positive psychology, personal development and workplace well-being, Dr. Biali...
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GE HealthCare
In situ
A.H., Chief People Officer, GE HealthCare
When it comes to sustainable performance, there is no better than Susan Biali. In the space of helping people build resilience, great well-being and overcoming burnout, I’ve seen no match for Dr. Susan. Her combination of powerful personal story, science-backed strategies and practical tools that can be adopted “today” is incredibly powerful.
The Coca-Cola Company
Virtual
K.T., Senior VP, The Coca-Cola Company
An amazing talk. An incredible human. Susan’s passion and commitment to resilience are evident in all that she does.
Google (GFiber)
Virtual
B.S., Senior Brand Manager, Google (GFiber)
Such an awesome event last week! Your story, wisdom, and encouragement were so inspiring.
Raymond James
In situ
L.S., Corporate Events, Raymond James
I know I speak for everyone when I say that you inspired our minds and hearts from the inside out! We all walked away thinking of what we could do to shake things up.
Del Monte Foods
Virtual
H.T., Director - B2B/International, Del Monte Foods
It was fantastic. The timing, the subject matter and your well-crafted presentation were perfect.
Numotion
In situ
A.H., Chief Human Resources Officer, Numotion
Thank you so much for an incredible visit with our leadership team. If it is possible for an event to go perfectly, that’s what we experienced yesterday. Dr. Susan was awesome, her vulnerability, expertise and practical tools are spot on.
TJX
Virtual
T.C., Corporate Responsibility Coordinator, TJX
Your heartfelt and educated presentation provided tools that will be valued and shared for years to come.
State of California Office of Child Abuse Prevention
In situ
A.P., Chief, State of California Office of Child Abuse Prevention
Leaders that attended were deeply impacted and have shared how they have changed things in their lives due to your presentation. One manager commented: ‘Every social worker needs to hear Dr. Biali."
United States Navy - NAVWAR
Virtual
C.G., Director, United States Navy - NAVWAR
Thank you so much for presenting at our Supervisor Forum. We received so much positive feedback from the attendees!
Quantum Health
In situ
V.G., Marketing Insights Principal, Quantum Health
In the attendee surveys we’ve received thus far, your keynote is getting the highest satisfaction ratings of any aspect of the event. You nailed it! People really enjoyed your presentation and, more importantly, got a lot of value from it.
Colorado Behavioral Healthcare Council
In situ
B.L., Administrative Director, Colorado Behavioral Healthcare Council
Your insights and expertise were both powerful and thought-provoking, and they sparked meaningful conversations among our attendees. We are so grateful for the time and energy you shared with us, and for the lasting impact your words will have on our community. It was truly a highlight of the conference.
Critical Care Services of Ontario
In situ
C.V., Senior Planner, Critical Care Services of Ontario
Your presentation was profound. Thank you for being so open about your experiences. We are grateful for your time and effort in sharing your expertise with the conference attendees and for sharing the day with us.
Canadian Ophthalmologic Society
Virtual
C.M., President, Canadian Ophthalmologic Society
Susan’s message was right on point and contained an amazing number of pearls.
Missouri Department of Health
Virtual
S.G., Program Manager, Missouri Department of Health
Thank you so much for your presentation. I am getting great feedback and participants plan to take back and share resources with their internal teams
Athenahealth
Virtual
M.C., Manager, Customer Intelligence, Athenahealth
Having Dr. Susan Biali present virtually to our employee base was a great decision. Her kind and caring energy emanated from the screen, and she was able to keep a large audience engaged for an hour with very helpful content.
TD Wealth Management
In situ
S.G., Manager, Colleague Engagement, TD Wealth Management
It was truly a pleasure to have had you at our event. Your presentation was eye opening and a lot of key points you touched upon hit home.
Telus Business Solutions
Virtual
H.V., Director, Comms Culture & Wellness, Telus Business Solutions
The session was amazing! I had many people messaging me saying how much they enjoyed it and what things they are going to implement to make a real change. I really appreciate the energy and excitement that Susan brings to her presentations – the authenticity shines
Alberta Health Services
In situ
C.B., Director, Alberta Health Services
Excellent! Thought-provoking and with real solutions.
Justice Institute
In situ
L.M., Training & Development Officer, Justice Institute
Our Administrative Staff felt that Dr. Biali’s presentation was very motivating and that it gave them practical lessons to take away. Comments included ‘Absolutely Amazing’, ‘I loved listening to her’ and ‘We need more of this!
Centro Mujeres Mexico
In situ
T.S., Conference Co-Ordinator, Centro Mujeres Mexico
The audience was captivated as Susan shared from her life experiences and education, in such a way that everyone in the audience could identify with her, while self-reflecting on their own lives. Susan’s magic, her gift, is in her truthfulness. That integrity IS inspirational and is what makes Susan such a dynamic and powerful speaker.
UBC Land & Building Services
In situ
A.C., Health & Wellness Program, UBC Land & Building Services
Dr. Susan Biali was an incredibly engaging speaker. Her principles were presented in such a personal manner, making her ideas inspiring yet tangible. Her presentation received such positive feedback – many told us that her words deeply resonated with them. Dr. Biali was an absolute pleasure to work with, we would love to have her speak again!
HRABC
In situ
T.P., P & A Chair, HRABC
We all need to reclaim our life and maximize our health – thanks for showing us the way.
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