Jenny L. Kim, pharmd, bcpps
Understanding grief changes how we care.
Drawing from my experience as both a pediatric critical care clinician and a bereaved mother, I share a perspective on grief that invites us to listen differently, respond with compassion, and extend grace to ourselves and one another.
Clinician Educator & grief speaker
ABOUT JENNY
Jenny is a Board Certified Pediatric Pharmacy Specialist, clinician educator, grief speaker, and Certified Grief Educator through David Kessler's grief educator program.She brings nearly a decade of experience in pediatric critical care pharmacy, alongside her lived experience as a bereaved mother, to conversations about grief, compassion, and
how we care for one another.She is the Founder & CEO of Grievers & Friends and author of Look To The Sky, a picture book created to help families navigate grief and continuing bonds in life after loss.
Invited conversations that reach beyond the lecture room.
AT A GLANCE
| ACADEMIC GRAND ROUNDS |
Invited presentations at academic medical centers| KEYNOTES & CONFERENCES |
Main stage presentations| INTERDISCIPLINARY TEAMS |
Conversations and debriefs with clinical teams| PUBLISHED & FEATURED |
Peer-reviewed writing and podcast conversations
Where some of the conversations
are happening
✔️ Stanford Children's PACT Team Grief Debrief
✔️ Harbor-UCLA Pediatric Grand Rounds
✔️ UCSF Critical Care Medicine Grand Rounds
✔️ Pediatric Pharmacy Association National Conference
✔️ MemorialCare Miller Children's and Women's Hospital
✔️ John Muir Health Pediatric Grand Rounds
Audience reflections
“Across decades of grand rounds, this was easily one of the two most memorable and powerful talks—not only for the patient story, but for the foundations of grief and practical takeaways we could apply.”
“As an acquaintance, we are supposed to support YOU, but your talk is giving US grace. And it is your gift of allowing us to share in your grief and learn to support others that is true grace.”
“I left with practical tools and a fuller understanding of how to speak with patients and families grieving the loss of a loved one and how to support colleagues, family or friends who experience a loss.”
How I Approach This Work
Through personal storytelling, clinical insight, and practical reflection, I invite audiences to consider how we can better understand grief and show up for
one another.My approach is evidence-informed, compassionate, and grounded in respect for both professional roles and personal experiences. I don't offer perfect words or easy answers, but space for reflection, greater understanding, and more thoughtful responses.I welcome opportunities across healthcare, academic, nonprofit, workplace, and community settings, with conversations tailored to each
audience's needs.
A Selected Talk
Let's start a conversation
I welcome invitations to speak at conferences, grand rounds, professional gatherings, workplaces, and community events.Whether you're planning a keynote, educational session, or team conversation, I'd love to learn more about your audience and what you hope to create together.
Invite Jenny to Speak
Speaking fees and arrangements are discussed individually based on the event and audience.
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