Rooted in values.
Driven by science.
Designed for durability.
Dr. Laura Hays brings the diagnostic precision of an emergency physician and the transformational tools of a certified coach. Her talks give audiences a real framework for sustaining high performance over time - grounded in science, tested in the ER, and anchored in the conviction that who you are runs deeper than any role you hold.
emergency physician • Tedxcharlotte •
vistage speaker • HEALTHCARE LEADERSHIP COACH
Compelling stories from the frontlines of emergency medicine
Science-backed coaching frameworks for leaders under pressure
Available for conferences, retreats & corporate events
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Featured talk
Signature keynote topics
HIGH PERFORMANCE IS THE EXPECTATION. SUSTAINABILITY IS THE SKILL.
The framework for staying at the top of your game without losing yourself in the process.
STRIP THE TITLE. NOW WHAT?
What remains when the role, the credentials, and the accomplishments fall away -- and why that answer changes everything.
WHEN EVERYTHING IS URGENT
A framework for decision-making, prioritization, and staying grounded when the pressure doesn't let up.
THE RULES NOBODY WROTE DOWN
The unspoken agreements shaping your team's culture, your own career ceiling, and the way you lead under pressure -- and how to renegotiate them.
Why Dr. Laura?
Dr. Laura Hays MD, FACEP
With years of experience in emergency medicine, Laura brings authenticity, and powerful storytelling to every stage. Her talks explore the science of stress, decision-making, and what it actually takes to sustain high performance over a career -- not as abstract concepts, but as tools she has tested under real pressure. Known for creating genuine moments of self-reflection, Laura helps audiences do more than learn new strategies. She helps them see themselves differently, beyond the roles, titles, and expectations that can often feel like a cage.
