our story
Built From a Hospital Room. Not a Boardroom.
ShiftRelease™ was created by Andres Doctor, RN after a Code Blue almost ended his career.
During a resuscitation, Andres was the only person on one side helping move a 400 pound patient to place a backboard. He felt his back give out. Nobody had started compressions yet. So he kept going.
He was off work for months recovering from that injury. And during that time one question kept coming back to him.
Why does nobody give nurses a real tool to manage stress during and after a shift?
That question became ShiftRelease™. And the answer is the BreathLoop™.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
Stress shows up in your breathing first. And when you slow your breath down intentionally your nervous system gets the signal it has been waiting for. You are safe. The shift is over. You can let go.
That is not wellness fluff. That is science. And it lives on your badge.
Close. The. Shift.
Andres Doctor, RN Founder and Creator, ShiftRelease™
early prototypes
ShiftRelease has truly transformed my workflow. The breathing exercises I learned have helped me stay calm during the most stressful shifts. I can now focus more on my patients, rather than my anxiety.Emily Rivera
I never realized how much I needed stress relief until I tried ShiftRelease. The techniques are simple yet effective, and they’ve become a part of my daily routine. I feel more balanced at work and at home.Jordan Patel
As a nursing student, the pressure can be overwhelming. ShiftRelease has provided me with tools that help me decompress and reset. I find myself more centered and ready for the challenges ahead.Sofia Chang
I appreciate how ShiftRelease speaks directly to our needs as healthcare workers. The tips on taking quick breaks to practice deep breathing make a world of difference in how I handle stressful moments.Marcus Flynn
After incorporating the easy relaxation techniques from ShiftRelease into my day, I noticed a significant improvement in my mental clarity and emotional wellbeing. It’s freeing to find calm amidst the chaos.Ava Nguyen