In July, the Joint Commission issued a Sentinel Event Alert about the effect of intimidating and disruptive behaviors among healthcare providers and teams. Acknowledging that this has been a long-term problem, prolonged by a "history of tolerance and indifference," Joint Commission suggested actions to remedy and avoid these unprofessional behaviors. Joint Commission also established a Standard (LD.03.01.01) that holds leaders responsible for maintaining a respectful environment for all staff members. Grena Porto senior vice president at Marsh, Inc., and past president of ASHRM, is an expert on the history, causes, risks and remedies for disruptive clinician behavior. Peter Angood, Vice President and Chief Patient Safety Officer, Joint Commission, will describe the Commission's interest in solving this dangerous problem. Two representatives from Catholic Health Partners - Patient Safety Office Jana Deen and Vice President of Medical Affairs Herbert Schumm - will discuss the programs CHP has recently implemented to address this problem.