SPECIAL UPDATE #4 NEW Physician Wellness Resources
May 11 - 15, 2020
Well Doc Alberta has shifted to providing digital content aimed at supporting physician wellness during this challenging time. We have been working with experts from across the province to develop and curate these resources.
We will be providing weekly updates to ensure the latest resources are available to physicians.
NEW THIS WEEK
Education Bulletin
Nourishing Our Bodies During the Pandemic
Developed by Alicia Polachek, MA and Dr. Jane Lemaire, MD
In this 15-minute episode, Dr. Jane Lemaire, MD is joined by Dr. Shannon Ruzycki, MD, Associate Director of Physician Wellness and Vitality for the Department of Medicine at the University of Calgary, to discuss the challenges of staying well on the front lines of the pandemic.
Dr. Ruzycki discusses how the focus on physician wellness has shifted with the COVID-19 pandemic, the impact of personal protective equipment, how shiftwork is impacting sleep and nutrition, and some tips and strategies to maintain wellness in these challenging times.
The Well Doc Alberta Physician Wellness Podcast is available on all major listening platforms. Our podcast aims to enhance literacy and awareness of physician wellness through short, evidence-based talks with content experts. Subscribe through your preferred service.
Invite to Input
Physicians’ Feelings and Stories of Gratitude
Our short 5-minute, anonymous Invite to Input survey is open and available to physicians at all career stages across the province to indicate their current feelings and share stories of gratitude. We invite you to share as many times as you wish:
Thank you to those who have already shared your feelings and stories of gratitude. In the spirit of sharing positivity, we are pleased to share a story of gratitude with you in each weekly update.
Story #4 & #5:
We are also pleased to share an update on the feelings most commonly reported by physicians so far.
Feelings Update #3:
AMA Physician and Family Support Program
For over 20 years, the Alberta Medical Association's Physician and Family Support Program has been providing confidential physician-to-physician support and access to qualified local therapists with experience in meeting the needs of physicians and their families.
Whether it’s stress related to COVID-19, the uncertainties around medical practice in our current environment, or other personal or family concerns, PFSP is here to help.
As always, the well-being and health of all Alberta physicians is PFSP’s top concern.
For more information on PFSP, its confidentiality practices, and dealing with adverse events, complaints, and medical legal ligation, click here.
In Case You Missed It
Here is a list of all available Well Doc Alberta COVID-19 Physician Wellness resources.All resources are accessible here. Direct links available below by clicking on a title.
We would like to acknowledge the combined support of the Canadian Medical Association, Scotiabank, and MD Financial Management for giving us the opportunity to do this important work.
Please help us share these Well Doc Alberta Resources with your colleagues.
Scotiabank, MD Financial Management and the Canadian Medical Association proudly support Well Doc Alberta, one of several key initiatives/sponsorships that comprise their 10 year, $115 million commitment to supporting the medical profession and advancing health in Canada.
