Mia Wessels
Mia Wessels is a medical doctor, occupational health physician, coach, and speaker with a fresh perspective on the future of health and care. She studied Medicine at Utrecht University and specialized in Health Economics, Policy & Law at Erasmus University Rotterdam. Her work is driven by the belief that health goes beyond the medical model alone.
After a serious mountain biking accident in 2019, Mia discovered alternative treatment methods. This experience inspired her to adopt a more integrative approach to health. She combines her medical background with years of coaching experience, focusing on themes such as self-care, well-being, resilience, and sustainable healthcare.
Mia is co-founder of the integrative practice Practice Your Health and initiator of De Jonge Dokter – a platform that connects, supports, and empowers young doctors. In her podcast Humanizing Healthcare, she engages in inspiring conversations about humanity in healthcare. She also recently launched the podcast series Er is niks mis met jou, exploring topics such as lifestyle, mental health, and holistic medicine.
Mia speaks about health and self-care and is regularly invited to serve as a moderator or host.
Keynotes & Talks
Workplace Culture & Less Absenteeism: Health as a foundation for performance
How does well-being contribute to better performance and less absenteeism? In this talk for both employers and employees, Mia offers a fresh perspective on self-care – moving beyond clichés and superficial tips. She shares practical insights and tools to help recognize stress signals early and promote sustainable behavioral change, both individually and organization-wide.
Self-Care as the Future of Healthcare: How do we stay healthy in a sick world?
This talk addresses the major challenges in healthcare: staff shortages, overload, and a society full of stimuli. Mia advocates for a fundamental revaluation of self-care as a societal value – rooted in education, communities, and connection. She covers topics such as loneliness, screen time, and nutrition, and offers inspiring tools for a healthier collective future.
Spoken Word – The power of personal reflection and vulnerability
In addition to substantive talks, Mia also offers spoken word performances that touch on the personal side of health and care. These performances are powerful, poetic, and thought-provoking – perfect as an opening, energizer, or closing moment at an event.