🧨 Doctor You are not IMMORTAL You need to take care of your Telomeres. I have known few doctors who work without a break day and night by CHOICE doing extra shifts and boast that they havent slpt for last 28 hrs, 32 hrs etc. Even i worked like that few hours ago and used to feel proud of myself. But it was too late i understood that I am harming and abusing my own body in the name of serving others. But i was in the delusion that i am "Serving above self" This overly committed and super hero/heroine Complex and attitude is what is actually killing us as Doctors. Some of us don't want to work but we are made to work by our seniors, administration especially in PG residency and if we don't work then we are compared to our colleagues who work beyond the limit and we are tagged with a label called as 'KAAM CHOR' , escapist etc. I WANT you to understand YOU ARE MORE IMPORTANT TO YOUR SELF . Unless you are physically and mentally fit how can you serve your patients.?? It took me years to understand this simple logic. And still thousands of doctors on this planet don't get it and are working beyond their limit and untill unless this is understood by doctors at every level from systemic to organizational to departmental level to individual level nothing can ever change. Simply framing rules by the national bodies by putting work hour limit to <48 hrs etc wont do any help. Unless it is implemented with empathy by the HOD's senior PG's who need to understand the physical limits of their juniors working round the clock. I urge Doctors to RESPECT your BODY before You Respect EVERYBODY. This doesnt mean you need to be complacent or lazy or find excuses to serve patients on duty. No not at all. I am just saying if you want to BREATH IN you need to BREATH OUT too. BOTH go hand in hand. Work and Rest for healthcare professionals should be appropriate for a Healthy healthcare system to function for the optimum patient care. What do you think can be done to solve this problem. Put your views in the comment section Doc. Stay healthy stay happy🙂 #missionhappydoctormovement #drmh #physicianwellbeing #physicianburnoutprevention
I am absolutely thrilled to announce an extraordinary accomplishment by a cherished friend and esteemed colleague, Dr. Foti. Our paths crossed during our initial year of residency, and since then, we’ve shared a bond akin to siblings. Dr. Foti’s new book is a testament to his courage and openness, especially in the face of immense challenges. It beautifully chronicles his journey and illuminates the often overlooked topic of physician mental health. I wholeheartedly invite you all to join me in applauding Dr. Foti on this remarkable achievement. I promise, once you start reading, you won’t be able to put it down - I devoured my copy in one sitting! Secure your copy today and immerse yourself in this enlightening narrative. Available on Amazon and barnesandnoble.com #MentalHealth #PhysicianWellbeing #BookRelease @drfoti129
This past Tuesday saw the Center for Physician Well-Being celebrate its 5th year anniversary as well as its relaunch into the Center for Professional Well-Being. During this event we got a chance to hear what well-being means to various people from across the DOM. Have a listen below! https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/5hv12jqxx9j6ag8uikb2u/CfPWB-Relaunch-Video.mp4?rlkey=ykyiwwippygqikro9idbsdwv2&e=2&dl=0
Rest is often mistakenly viewed as a reward. Many people believe that rest must be earned by completing tasks or meeting goals. This perspective overlooks the crucial role that rest plays in sustaining our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Rather than a luxury to be earned, rest is a fundamental human need essential for replenishing our energy, restoring our focus, and promoting overall health. When we view rest as a reward, we perpetuate a harmful cycle of overwork and burnout, neglecting our need for relaxation and rejuvenation in favor of constant productivity. Rest is a vital component of a balanced and healthy lifestyle. Just as we prioritize nutrition, exercise, and sleep for our well-being, we must also prioritize rest as an essential part of self-care. Allowing for periods of rest as a part of our daily routines can enhance our productivity, creativity, and resilience while also reducing stress, improving mood, and preventing burnout. With that in mind, who's ready for a nap? 😴 😉 ❓ What do you think about rest? ❓ Do you sometimes feel caught up in the never-ending cycle of busyness? ❓ How might incorporating rest into your life enable you to be more productive? ❓ Is it possible that being too busy is holding you back? #RestIsNotAReward #DoNothingGoals #PhysicianGrowth #PhysicianLife #PhysicianJourney #PhysicianEmpowerment #PhysicianCare #ShowUpForYourself #PhysicianWellness #PhysicianRevolution #PhysicianWellBeing #MedicalMindsetShift
Swipe through to hear from physicians on why fewer would recommend a career in medicine and what needs to change. @beckershealthcare highlights these areas of needed overhaul: ➡️ Engagement & Control ➡️ Burnout & Financial Support ➡️ Autonomy vs Employment ➡️ Payer & Insurance Reform ➡️ Rediscovering pride in medicine ➡️ Reforming Education & Reimbursements ➡️ Administrative Burdens ➡️ Collaboration & Community Links to Beckers article and the Physicians Foundation Survey in our Advocacy stories highlight. #healthcarereform #physicianadvocacy #medicalcareer #physicianwellbeing
“Where do you seek supportive accountability?” One of the best parts of formal education and training is the presence of supportive accountability as you gain skills. You know who to ask when you need help learning something new or need a sounding board in learning from something that went awry. Once you leave the structure of a degree or certificate program, it can be more hit or miss when seeking supportive accountability. The “real world” is much more reliably populated with instances of punitive accountability. You know you’ll get a fine when your parking meter runs out. You are less clear on whom you can rely when you want to get better at time management as a busy professional. Supportive accountability is integral to the coaching process. A coach challenges you and guides you while allowing you to feel safe and increasingly empowered as you establish new habits that serve your best self. This ICF International Coaching Week (May 13-19) is a wonderful time for you to investigate whether coaching could provide the supportive accountability you need in your life. Contact me for a complimentary clarity conversation if you would like to get started. #EssenceOfStrength #StartWithWellbeing #SuccessWithSatisfaction #ObGyn #Physician #Coach #Speaker #DoctorLife #PhysicianWellbeing #SelfCare #BlackWomenInMedicine #WomenInMedicine #WomenPhysicians #YoungDoctor #ResidentPhysician #Fellowship #MedicalStudent #MedEd #EarlyCareer #InternationalCoachingWeek #ICF
Mental Health Connections, a clinical assessment service, helps connect Mass General Brigham employees, their spouses, partners and dependents with the most appropriate and accessible behavioral health treatment, both within and outside the Mass General Brigham system. Employees do not need to be enrolled in a Mass General Brigham health plan to use this service. The Mental Health Connections triage service has helped more than 500 employees and their family members. The goal is to create a low-barrier central pathway to inquire about the wide range of resources that exist and work with a clinician to determine treatment needs and preferences. If interested in learning more, email [email protected]. Their team will respond within three business days.
It's International Family Day, will you get to spend any time with yours? As we continue to see more and more studies showing the lack of free time for physicians, hours of pajama time spent on the EHR, and increased physician burnout, what are you doing to ensure your practice is helping to combat these critical issues? Anodyne Clinical's FreeTime is here to help your practitioners get back their (free)time, so they can spend more time with their patients during the workday, and more time with their friends and family during the evenings and weekends. What are you waiting for? Visit the link in our bio to reclaim your free time today. #InternationalFamilyDay #physicianburnout #athenaHealth #patientcare #athenaOne #HCIT #HealthCareIT #FreeTime #nopajamatime #AmericanMedicalAssociation #HealthcareSystem #anodyneclinical #PhysicianWellbeing #PhysicianEfficiency #MedicalPracticeSolutions #PatientCare #HealthcareTechnology #HealthcareInnovation #lessstress #freetime #HealthIT #familytime
Feeling silly and playful today! No, I'm not here to talk about making investments or financial strategies. My passion is discussing Personal Growth. The average person believes physicians are swimming in money and living jet-set lives. But the truth is that physicians have nest eggs and lifestyles way below what they could be for their incomes and levels of education. It's all about the negative thinking patterns we acquire or reinforce to survive medical training. Here, I share the first of them Here's the link: https://youtu.be/o7cakOl_a18 #physiciancoach #physiciancoaching #physicianburnout #physicianwellness #physicianwellbeing #physicianmindsetupgrade
Throughout my life, I have been blessed with incredible friends. Each stage of my life has brought new friends and experiences. And even though our lives have taken us in different directions, the memories and connections are unbreakable. I am so grateful for the different perspectives and knowledge each friend has brought to my life, and I am thankful for their role in shaping who I am today. Making friends was easy in school and during my medical training. There were so many shared experiences that it would have been impossible not to build deep, lasting bonds. But school and medical training don’t last forever. When they are done, we are catapulted into the real world to fend for ourselves. And, in the real world, making friends is hard. I cannot count the times I have coached other physicians on the difficulty of making friends after residency. While my job is to remain neutral, my first thought is: “I know, right?!” It wasn’t until I found coaching that I realized how much I lacked community. I had told myself a story that I didn’t need more friends and that I didn’t have time for a community. Physician coaching showed me that I was wrong on both counts. It turns out that you can make friends at any age. Who knew? The friendships and community I have built over the last several years changed the trajectory of my life. These supportive relationships showed me that I wasn’t alone and didn’t have to run away from medicine to be happy. In fact, a strong community may be one of the most essential tools to combat physician burnout. Ready to learn more? Use the link in the comments or in my bio to read more about this. #Community #Support #Awareness #PhysicianLife #PhysicianJourney #PhysicianEmpowerment #PhysicianCare #ShowUpForYourself #PhysicianWellness #PhysicianRevolution #PhysicianWellBeing #MedicalMindsetShift
Physicians have 2x the rate of suicide compared to the general population (Medscape Physician Suicide Report 2022) The first time I was exposed to physician suicide, I was a medical student. The feelings of loss and sadness were indescribable. Every year since, sadly, I continue to hear the news of loosing my colleagues to this tragedy on a consistent basis. The loss permeates all levels of medical education and post-graduate careers. And I have personally felt utterly powerless in the face of the physician suicide epidemic. 💔300-400 physicians die by suicide yearly. That is 300-400 families loosing their loved one and hundreds of patients loosing their beloved doctors. 💭Every day I have asked myself this question, what can I do? How can I help? What role can I play? Because that’s all I can do. This thought has allowed some solace… 🪷Today I am proud to announce that I have joined the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation Ambassador Program @drlornabreenheroesfoundation -to solidify my unwavering commitment to physician and healthcare worker wellbeing. I have been humbled to learn about the initiatives taken by the Foundation and want to share my gratitude for all the work J. Corey Feist, JD, MBA @coreyfeist and the entire team are doing. 🌱I want to leave you with this today- do you know about the physician suicide epidemic? 🌱What step (big or small), can you take to advance physician and healthcare worker wellbeing? AND it starts with you caring for yourself. ⛔️ If this was triggering for you in anyway, please call or text 988 -Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
🤔 Other doctors ask me, why are truths important in the healing journey. Truths are personal beliefs and declarations for you to thrive! ⛈ We will all get some rain, thunder and storms in our medical career. 🌤 Truths are like the sun, they illuminate, bring light and guide your towards your next move. Doctor, what truths do you need to hold on too? Comment below. #physicianhealing #physicianwellbeing #truths #thriveinmedicine
Today I am grateful to have coffee the one and only David Ko, CEO of Calm. A few words of wisdom (and many more!) from our meeting: ☕ Over deliver ☕ The value of community building amongst healthcare workers ☕ The power of referrals ☕ My personal favorite: map out what success looks like in 3-5 years #gratitude #entrepreneurship #microhabits #nursewellbeing #physicianwellbeing Jivika: Microhabits to reduce burnout
👨⚕️💼 President of New Brunswick's Medical Society Raises Concerns Over Paperwork Impact on Physician Burnout 💔⚖️ Highlighting overwhelming paperwork requirements, the president stresses how it limits time for patient care, adding to burnout. Let us remember the sacred connection between physician and patient, and find ways to alleviate this burden. 🏥📑 #HealthcareChallenges #PhysicianWellbeing En Español: 👨⚕️💼 El presidente de la Sociedad Médica de New Brunswick expresa preocupaciones sobre el impacto de la documentación en el agotamiento de los médicos 💔⚖️ Resaltando los abrumadores requisitos de papeleo, el presidente enfatiza cómo limita el tiempo para la atención al paciente, contribuyendo al agotamiento. Recordemos la conexión sagrada entre médico y paciente, y busquemos formas de aliviar esta carga. 🏥📑 #DesafíosDeLaSalud #BienestarDelMédico #mexicanosennewbrunswick #colombianosennewbrunswick #ecuatorianosennewbrunswick #venezolanosennewbrunswick #peruanosennewbrunswick #latinosennewbrunswick #dominicanosennewbrunswick #argentinosennewbrunswick #hispanosennewbrunswick #newbrunswicklatinos #newbrunswick #latinos #hispanoscanada #hispanosencanada #latinoscanada #actualidadcanadá Source: Global News Thank you to all of our business members for making this post possible. If you would like to join our business network and be part of the news, visit our bio for more information. For more headlines and deals, download our Spanglish™ app free, link in bio. Download it today! What do you think? Leave your comments below. 🤔👀 Que opinan ustedes? Comenten abajo....👇
Jessica Singh, MD is a former practicing emergency medicine physician and the founder and CEO of Sukhayu Wellness and the Center for Health and Wellness Coaches. She graduated from medical school at New York Medical College and completed a four-year emergency medicine residency at Yale New Haven Hospital. Her own wellness journey began when she was a physician-in-training learning how to enhance her own health and heal from burnout. After practicing as an attending physician in the community, she was the first physician to be awarded a one-year fellowship in Physician Wellness at the Stanford University School of Medicine, where she developed expertise in the science and administration of physician wellness. After completing her fellowship, she transitioned careers and founded Sukhayu Wellness with the mission of helping individuals, communities, and organizations nurture well-being, enhance fulfillment, and mitigate burnout. She currently consults with an academic health care organization to assess clinician burnout, with the goal of empowering initiatives for systems change to mitigate it. Dr. Singh is certified in coaching through the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching and the International Coaching Federation. Furthermore, she holds certifications in yoga teacher training, Interactive Guided Imagery, mind-body medicine, Radical Remission coaching, and Ayurvedic wellness counseling. Recognizing the expanding role of coaching in enhancing population health, Dr. Singh created the Center for Health and Wellness Coaches to support the professional development of health and wellness coaches. She is also the host of The Health and Wellness Coach Journal Podcast. Dr. Singh has published articles in Academic Emergency Medicine and Training, KevinMD, Physician’s Weekly, MedPage Today, and HuffPost and was also chosen to be a 2023 Public Voices fellow through the OpED Project, offered in collaboration with Equality Now, Advocating for the Rights of Women and Girls. #physicianwellbeing #ifwhatyouwantdoesntexistcreateit #physician #physicians #burnout #medicaldoctor #emergencymedicine
In November's AMA Interim meeting, AMA President Dr. Jesse M. Ehrenfeld raised several key challenges faced by those in the healthcare system. FreeTime is here to solve these issues. Read how we're doing just that in our blog post here: https://freetimemed.com/value-of-freetime/freetime-a-technological-solution-to-healthcare-challenges-highlighted-by-ama-president-dr.-ehrenfeld #AmericanMedicalAssociation #HealthcareSystem #Challenges #FreeTime #anodyneclinical #physicianburnout #practiceefficiency #patientcare #patientengagement #HealthCareIT #HCIT #athenaHealth #athenaOne #nopajamatime #higherbilling #reimbursment #insurancebilling #medicare #AMAInterimMeeting2023 #PhysicianWellbeing
🏥 Celebrating National Hospital Week! 🎉 This week, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of our hospital partners who are the backbone of our healthcare system. Your unwavering dedication, compassion, and excellence make a profound impact on the communities you serve. Thank you for your commitment to providing exceptional care and for being incredible partners in health. Together, we are stronger and can achieve more. 🌟 #NationalHospitalWeek #HealthcareHeroes #MoonlightingMD #ResidentSideJobs #DoctorsExtraIncome #LocumLife #MedicalStaffing #EarnMorePhysicians #HealthcareHustle #NursePractitionerJobs #RuralHealthcare #HospitalStaffingSolutions #DoctorBurnoutAwareness #PhysicianWellbeing #SideGigForDocs #MedicalMoonlighting #ExtraShiftsExtraCash
Today, I am grateful for my abilities and my gifts.
Our latest initiative, the “J-1 Physician Well-being Module,” has recently launched. This free module offers specialized videos and resources created to address your well-being needs as a foreign national physician training in U.S. graduate medical education. Explore strategies for personal wellness, building resilience, navigating health care systems, and more. The “J-1 Physician Well-being Module” was created in partnership by Intealth and the ACGME with funding in part by the U.S. Department of State. If you're seeking to enhance your own well-being or learn how to be a well-being change maker for IMGs at your training institution, access the module today at the link in our bio to support your goals. #PhysicianWellBeing #ACGME #Intealth #ClinicianWellBeing #ECFMG #IMG
Anger isn’t a topic we typically find pleasant or comfortable to discuss. We may even resist labeling ourselves as “angry.” However, anger is an emotion that many physicians frequently experience. It turns out anger is a secondary emotion. While anger may sit at the tip of the iceberg, other emotions like overwhelm, frustration, powerlessness, fear, rejection, anxiety, jealousy, depression, and shame can sit just below the surface undetected without taking a closer look. I recall the first time I overheard a group of doctors discussing their own encounters with anger, and it caught me entirely off guard. Until that moment, I had believed I was the only one struggling with anger. Anger is a prevalent emotion for physicians, and the work to uncover what underlies the anger can be transformative. As physicians, we often face numerous stressors and challenges in our professional and personal lives. By taking the time to recognize, understand, and embrace our emotions with curiosity and compassion, we can begin to show up as the best versions of ourselves, regardless of the situation at hand. ❓ How does anger show up in your life? ❓ Do you find certain situations to be particularly activating? ❓ How might exploring the causes of anger lead you to a better physician life? #Anger #Acknowledgefeelings #Awareness #PhysicianLife #PhysicianJourney #PhysicianEmpowerment #PhysicianCare #ShowUpForYourself #PhysicianWellness #PhysicianRevolution #PhysicianWellBeing #MedicalMindsetShift
“I wish I had known this when I started out.” Words said by many early and mid career and even seasoned physicians I have had the honor of coaching. And I hear you loud and clear. The Early Career Physicians Institute is proud to announce its first open to all Attendinghood Readiness Masterclass. Registration is Free. 👉🏽Who is this for: Residents and Fellows- graduating medical training this year and about to start independent medical practice. Your programs have adequately prepped you clinically but there is so much more that is unsaid and things you MUST know to succeed and thrive. That’s what this Masterclass is all about. 👉🏽What to Expect? 3 core principles that will set you up for success as an early career physician. Help you communicate effectively Set boundaries Burnout mitigate/prevent yourself Help you chart effectively 🌱Free Registration 🌱May 21st 🌱12-1pm 🌱Replays will be available You have worked so hard to get to this stage of your life, creating your future with consciousness is critical. You deserve this support and more. ✅Registration Link in Bio⬆️ ✅Register and spread the word
Back when I was super burnt out and overwhelmed trying to do it all with 3 small kids, starting a morning routine literally changed my life. It gave me space to get what I needed before the day even started. And for last few years, I just haven’t been doing it anymore. It shows. I don’t feel as relaxed in my days and am not as focussed on my personal goals. So today I’m back to it: journal, meditate, do a bit of stretching of this old bod and then head for a run. Biggest thing that will get in the way of me doing it consistently? That ever present “just sit down and get some work done - you can relax later” voice. Every physician I’ve met has that voice. And guess what… it lies! Later is busy too. There is always work to do. So I’m coming back to taking time for me first thing in the morning and trusting everything else will fall into place. Wanna join me? What morning activities would set you up to feel good during your day? #physicians #doctors #physicianwellbeing #physicianwellness #doctorwellness #doctorwellbeing #thrivephysicians
Oof. I always have grand ideas about posting all the cool things I get to do with my amazing residents and medical students, but time goes so fast. This week, our family medicine team took excellent care of lots of people. Some got well and went home, some are still in the hospital, and some passed away peacefully. We brought out the calipers to look at EKGs, dealt with a lot of poop (too much, not enough… the coffee grounds at the door is a telltale sign of poop situation!), figured out how to do trauma informed pelvic exams on regular hospital beds, dealt with failing kidneys and livers and hearts and brains and the people around the organs and the families of the people of the organs. I participated in my first honor walk, speaking of organs and people. 💔 And, I had the chance to lead a one hour conversation with our Coders, Billers, and Compliance employees about gender!!! Family medicine rocks. (It is a hard, hard job sometimes, but mostly it totally rocks and I’m honored to do it.) @maine_dartmouth_fmr @com_at_une @the_aafp #familyphysician #primarycare #familymedicine #familymed #hospitalmedicine #osteopathicfamilymedicine #osteopathicmedicine #healthcare #health #medicine #residentlife #residenttraining #familymedicineresidency #physicianburnout #physicianwellbeing #FMrevolution
So excited to experience Guest Hosting at the all time famous podcast - Physician’s Guide To Doctoring @physiciansguide 🌱 🎧Stay tuned and make sure to listen in to my first interview with Jennifer Kambies MBA, CPRP, Director of Special Initiatives at the Cleveland Clinic. 🌱Topics we discuss: ✅Communication best practices ✅Negotiating the low hanging fruit ✅ References ✅ What to stop doing Make informed and empowered decisions. 👇🏽Listen in- Link in Comments
Happy Mother's Day from the Center for Professional Well-Being! Shout out to all of the nurturing, wise, and loving mothers here in the Department of Medicine, MGH, and MGB!
Excited to share the College of Family Physicians of Canada’s Besrour Center Podcast, Planet Family Doc, and honored to be invited to speak on Ikigai and Purpose in Practice! There are two episodes, feel free to listen and share! Thank you to CFPC and Dr. Dyck for the invitation! #inspirecreatelead #MedicalIkigai #PRIMERegistry KCS Health Center #PhysicianWellbeing #TeamBasedCare https://planetfamilydoc.libsyn.com/whats-your-ikigai-purpose-in-your-practice-and-your-team-part-one https://planetfamilydoc.libsyn.com/whats-your-ikigai-purpose-in-your-practice-and-your-team-part-two
Easy and well-being are often mistakenly conflated, but they represent distinct concepts with vastly different implications for our lives. While “easy” suggests a lack of challenge or difficulty, well-being encompasses a holistic state of physical, mental, and emotional health and fulfillment. In our pursuit of ease, we may prioritize shortcuts, quick fixes, or temporary comforts, but these often come at the expense of our long-term well-being. Conversely, well-being frequently requires a deep commitment to practices and habits that nourish and sustain us in the long run, even if they involve challenges or discomfort. 🏃 Skipping the gym today? Easy, but it doesn’t promote well-being. 🧘 Beginning a new meditation practice? Challenging, but it absolutely fosters well-being. 🍨 Indulging in dessert? Easy, but not great for long-term well-being. 📺 Turning off the TV so you can get a good night’s sleep? Challenging, but great for well-being. Choosing ‘easy’ may offer fleeting relief or satisfaction, but it’s not a reliable contributor to our overall well-being. In contrast, the path to authentic well-being may demand effort, resilience, and perseverance, but the rewards are profound and lasting. By discerning the difference between ‘easy’ and ‘well-being,’ we can make wiser decisions that value our long-term health, happiness, and fulfillment rather than settling for quick fixes or temporary comforts. ❓ Are there areas in your life where the easy choice isn’t the one that promotes well-being? ❓ What adjustments can you make in your day-to-day routine to promote well-being? ❓ How might you benefit from necessary discomfort? #PhysicianLife #PhysicianJourney #PhysicianEmpowerment #PhysicianCare #ShowUpForYourself #PhysicianWellness #PhysicianRevolution #PhysicianWellBeing #MedicalMindsetShift
Match day trauma can’t be ignored when we consider the trajectory of physician wellbeing. In all the talk we have about burnout and wellness in doctors, I have never once overtly heard the mention of Match Day. This particular day and week will leave crucial memories and scars for many physicians. This is a Point of Focus to address and support our bright young physicians. I was fortunate to match on my first round but some of my close friends didn’t and that didn’t make me a better physician or them less than. Fast forward to now- they are serving their communities and providing excellent patient care. Thankful to @kevinphomd for this opportunity to reflect on what Match Day can mean for many physicians. 🌱I invite you to listen in to today’s podcast conversation regarding Match Day Wellness and ask yourself: 💭How am I supporting any of the unmatched physicians in my circle? 💭Did Match Day leave scars on my life, that I haven’t addressed? And am I carrying that day with me still? Can I honor my journey and address my feelings? 👇🏽Link to Full Episode below
Interns and friends home bbq burger and games hangout #fmrevolution #physicianwellbeing #coresidentlove #familymedicineresidency #whatadoctorlookslike #fmrising #internyear
Intealth is pleased to introduce the “J-1 Physician Well-being Module,” a free new resource created in partnership with the ACGME (@acgme_official) and funded in part by the U.S. Department of State (@statedept). The module features a collection of videos and resources tailored to support the specific well-being needs of foreign national physicians training in U.S. graduate medical education. The module includes: • Presentations by leaders in academic medicine and well-being specialists • J-1 physicians sharing their experience leading grant-winning well-being projects at their training institutions • Specialized guidance for building resilience, navigating institutional systems, and promoting overall well-being We encourage foreign national physicians, U.S. training program teams, and others interested in promoting a culture of physician well-being and creating inclusive, supportive learning environments to explore the module and share it within your communities. You can learn more and access the module at the link in our bio. #PhysicianWellBeing #ACGME #Intealth #ClinicianWellBeing #ECFMG #IMG
“What are the systems and structure that support your success with satisfaction?” Most high achieving professionals adhere to a system and/or some type of structure to accomplish tasks successfully. You have a syllabus in school. You have a training or operations manual at work. You have some sort of guide for how to reach your desired achievement. Simply put, systems and structure are known to be beneficial for success. Where many of you lose your bearings is in identifying the systems and structure that support your overall success WITH satisfaction in life. There is often a tension between success and satisfaction instead of an integration of the two. You start with the clearly defined pathway to what you consider personal and professional success. Once you get there, you assume you will be satisfied. If not, only then do you begin considering what needs to happen for satisfaction to exist alongside success. Let me suggest it may be better to start with the proper systems and structure in place, so that you stay mindful of your sense of satisfaction throughout your quest for success. If you feel like you are lacking clear systems and structure for success with satisfaction, contact me for a complimentary clarity conversation. #EssenceOfStrength #StartWithWellbeing #SuccessWithSatisfaction #ObGyn #Physician #Coach #Speaker #DoctorLife #PhysicianWellbeing #SelfCare #BlackWomenInMedicine #WomenInMedicine #WomenPhysicians #YoungDoctor #ResidentPhysician #Fellowship #MedicalStudent #MedEd #EarlyCareer
Are you desperate to address your burnout, but you just can't make it happen this weekend? I have good news! Firstly, all Thriver recordings are available for 72 hours, so can watch the recordings at your convenience. Secondly, full 6-month access is only going to be an extra $15, so if you don't get through everything, you have ample time to go through them at your own pace or re-visit sessions. We have amazing expert speakers, and you will leave inspired and encouraged to take the next steps you need. Link is in bio to get all the details and register your place! Don't forget there are also wonderful prizes to be won which will help you on your way to make sure your life actually changes 💙 How do you win prizes? Essentially, by taking action. Now, you will be surprised at how few people actually manage to take consistent action in amongst their busy lives. So if you're ready to embrace this opportunity and make it happen, you have a *very* good chance of winning! Registration link in bio #burnout #burnoutmanagement #burnoutprevention #stress #stresstips #stressmanagement #selfcare #selfcompassion #mindfulness #leadership #thrive #thrivenotsurvive #wellbeing #wellness #mentalwellbeing #doctorwellbeing #doctorburnout #physicianburnout #physicianwellbeing #leadershipdevelopment
Received this letter detailing I may be overcharging for the services I am providing my patients. Highmark argues I may have excessively billed (undertone: fraud) for the past 12 months when I have submitted 351 claims for $40,000. I allegedly deviated from my geographical area by 25% in submitting higher complexity billing codes. The math on this is $113/encounter. Prior to the pandemic, although I may be slightly off, the cost for a patient to walk through the doors for family medicine was approximately $75-85 per visit. That difference (+$30 to $40) is the reimbursement delta used to keep the building maintained, the lights on, supplies ordered, staff and myself paid as well as other costs I can’t name. I am a physician, I see complicated and sick patients. Even my well maintained patients are complex, often having many comorbid conditions that need to be treated. Physicians realize the cost of healthcare is exorbitant and costs need to be reduced. This, however CANNOT be at the risk of not maintaining facilities, paying staff or compensating physicians. In 2022 the CEO of Highmark was compensated $9,470,000 dollars or an average daily pay of $25,945. CEOs who advocate for their employees and lead companies through difficult times deserve to be paid fairly, but clearly the CEO of Highmark and the rest of the executives are being paid vast amounts of money and generating mind-blowing profit margins for a for-profit company entrusted to provide compensation and remuneration to keep patients healthy. Supposedly the patient’s health is at the forefront of their minds. This letter is nothing short of bullying and doesn’t focus on the true threat to healthcare: the for-profit status of private insurers. #healthcare #healthcarereform #healthcarebloat #forprofitnotforpatients #AMA #HHS #AAFP #ACOFP #ABFM #ABOFP #AOA #singlepayer #whitehouse #physicianburnout #physicianwellbeing @hhsgov @whitehouse @the_aafp @acofp @amermedicalassn @theabfm @aoafordos @senbobcasey @senfettermanpa @repsusanwild
Breaking the Silence: Tackling Physician Depression in Medical Education Join Dr. Omar Sultan Haque and Dr. Lorenzo Norris in an engaging conversation that uncovers the complexities surrounding physician depression and burnout in this thought-provoking video. Explore the necessity for a cultural shift in medical schools towards greater mental health support, advocating for improved well-being among physicians, students, and residents alike #PhysicianDepression #MentalHealthAwareness #MedicalSchools #PhysicianWellbeing #ResidentHealth #DoctorSupport #HealthcareCulture #MedicalStudents #MentalHealthInMedicine #PhysicianBurnout #StigmainHealthcare #MentalHealthStigma
Join the EAP tomorrow at noon for the Supporting Working Mothers and Eldercare webinar. Joan Sapir, EdM, executive in residence at MGH, and Owen Wyatt LMHC, CEAP, EAP consultant, will be highlighting resources and connections through monthly EAP mothers and eldercare support groups. https://comms.partners.org/PoliteMail/default.aspx?page=lZ00E-3sX0q1qRsfK3WA-w&ref_id=IpIOAeziNUWZlrVQpl5Gbg
Dr Burgdorf and Dr Magnuson have been living the life in Scottsdale, Arizona for @the_aafp Physician Health and Well-being Conference! Early morning trail runs and after session hot tub hang outs meeting new people all with that beautiful desert backdrop 😍🏜️🌵 #AAFPWellbeing #PhysicianWellbeing
Have you ever considered leveraging your medical training and experience to transition into a position in Pharma/Industry abroad? Well, you’re in luck because we’re kicking off a 3-part series on how to transition to working in Pharma while also living abroad! Here’s a sneak peek of what you’ll learn from Dr. Bryan McColgan, an endocrinologist now based in Sweden: ✅ the types of roles available to physicians in pharma ✅ what life is REALLY like in Pharma ✅ 2 ways to work in pharma from abroad ✅ why it’s (NOT) all about the Benjamins Read the Ultimate Guide For Physicians Transitioning to Pharma Abroad here: https://www.hippocraticadventures.com/the-ultimate-guide-for-physicians-transitioning-to-pharma-abroad/ @corgiruth #pharmaceutical_industry #physicianwellbeing #physicianwellness #globalhealth #moveabroad
Before I found physician coaching, I was afraid to set lofty goals. One of my biggest fears was feeling disappointed. In my heart, I knew what I wanted, but I tried not to focus too much on the goal. What if I don’t make it? It will feel awful! Even worse, what will other people think of me? When I think about disappointment, Match Day 2003 immediately comes to mind. As a native New Yorker, I was a shoo-in, right? I had done a rotation at my top pick, and one of the other hospitals was a perennial favorite for graduates of my medical school. It seemed inevitable. And then, for a number of reasons I won’t detail here, it didn’t happen. Man, that was a tough day. But don’t feel bad for me. In retrospect, it was the best possible outcome. I just didn’t know it at the time. Sometimes, your dream does not become your reality. Have you ever imagined what your life could or should be, only to learn that the thing you wanted is not an option? We all have. In that moment, what choice do you have? Burn it all down and create something new. Interested in learning more? Check out my blog post with the link in comments #BurnItAllDown #PhysicianLife #PhysicianJourney #PhysicianEmpowerment #PhysicianCare #ShowUpForYourself #PhysicianWellness #PhysicianRevolution #PhysicianWellBeing #MedicalMindsetShift
Who or what in your life have you been measuring yourself against? It’s time to measure backward – I have largely spent my life measuring myself against an ideal. That ideal is not even self-created but proposed by society and culture to me. And every time I compare myself to this said ideal, I fall short. Every time I fall short, I feel inadequate and then I compensate for that inadequacy by compulsive hard work, people-pleasing, and saying yes to everything. Every time I compared myself to this ideal - I told myself - I would be happy when… When I have done a fellowship. When I became an attending. When I get married. When I have children. When I have more friends. When I have the perfect body. And on and on. It’s funny that the harder I work, the farther my goals and happiness seem to get. Like the moving horizon. This is when I read The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy. In the book, they recommend measuring our success backward. 🌱Measure where you are now from where you began. I invite you to step outside your body and observe. When you compare yourself to some ideal intensely, you start feeling physically constricted. And when you think of how far you have come, measured against your own starting points, your body will relax into the feeling and thought. Ideals - do not exist. Ideals are glorified further in our current hyperactive media-driven society. And ideals are never meant to be achieved. Like the horizon, no one ever arrives at but can look up towards. ✅The exercise for this week is: 1️⃣Think of one area of your life where you are measuring yourself against a non-existent ideal. Notice how you feel physically and mentally as you compare yourself. 2️⃣Now Measure Backwards. In this specific area of life, where did you start? As you think of the progress you have made so far, how do you feel? Write down all your wins. It’s time to remeasure your incredible successes and celebrate. 👉🏽Subscribe to our newsletter and read further. ⬆️ Clickable link in Bio
Many of us have experienced the temptation to search our symptoms on Google to diagnose ourselves when we fall ill. However, this is not a recommended practice. In fact, it can be harmful to your health. Instead of trying to be your own doctor and potentially worsening your condition, we invite you to visit our clinic for effective results. #illness #illnessrecovery #illnesscure #illnessproblems #dubai🇦🇪 #dubaidoctors #dubai #dubaidoctor #dubaiinstagram #physician #physicianschoice #physicianwellbeing #physiciantips #fyp #explorepage #illnesssymptoms #symptoms #knowthesymptoms [ Physician, physician in Dubai, Illness cure, illness solution, illness problem, symptoms of illness, Dubai, doctors in Dubai, physician clinic in Dubai, Dubai doctor]
On Friday morning, we kick off Thrive 2024 with the amazing Nicole White! Nicole experienced burnout in an intense industry, and has gone on to advocate passionately for wellbeing in this space. She is director of Vibrate Your Mind, along with Ciaran Gribbin (musician, singer, Grammy-nominated songwriter and music producer, and singer of INXS), and Nadav Kahn (APRA Award winning song writer, performer, and facilitator of sound-based meditation). I can't wait to learn from Nicole's wisdom and experience, and about how they use sound to support wellbeing. At Thrive, I'll be leading you through a series of presentations that will allow you to figure out exactly what you need to be doing next so that you can create a sustainable life which is rich and meaningful, and allows you to rest and nurture yourself. We'll also be joined by some other wonderful guest speakers: Dr Dani Lin, Dr Emily Amos, Dr Jill Gamberg, and Zöe Coyle. Thrive is on this coming Fri-Sunday, with three presentations each day (approximately an hour each). Note that all the live-streamed presentations are recorded, and after they're uploaded you will have 72 hours to watch them (or you can purchase 6-month access for an extra $15). Registration link and all the details in the bio! #burnout #thrive #selfcare #stress #stresstips #buroutrecovery #burnoutprevention #doctorwellbeing #doctorburnout #physicianwellbeing #physicianburnout #wellbeing #wellness #mentalwellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #resilience #workplacewellbeing #leadership #selfdevelopment #growth #soundhealing #soundmeditation #meditation #mindfulness #selfcompassion #corporatewellbeing
I loveee hearing stories of physicians being creative in creating their ideal life. Dr Phil is a physician who wears many hats ranging from DPC owner, pediatrician and marketing brilliance. How is he able to creatively maintain earning power as a pediatrician while serving his patients at a high level? You def want to tune into this episode. You will learn and be inspired as well. Link in bio to listen to the full episode #doctorlife #worklifebalance #physicianwellbeing #parenting #communication #podcast #moneyfitmd
Sharing this free webinar next Thursday, May 16 from 6:30-7:30 PM EST by Jessica Singh, MD, NBC-HWC, ACC in honor of International Coaching Week! Reframing Burnout: An Introduction to Coaching for Providers-In-Training. This webinar is specifically designed for residents and fellows. Family members of residents and fellows are welcome to join to learn how coaching can support their loved ones. Health care providers and educators who work with physicians-in-training are also welcome. After attending this webinar, participants will be able to: – describe the systemic drivers of burnout for physicians-in-training – understand the differences between mentoring, coaching, and peer support – explain key components of physician well-being – learn how coaching may benefit you by observing a live coaching demonstration To register for the webinar, visit: https://www.icf-events.org/icw/reframing-burnout-an-introduction-to-coaching-for-physicians-in-training/ #physiciansintraining #residentsandfellows #physiciancoaching #physicianburnout #physicianwellbeing #InternationalCoachingWeek
The MMA has your back. Members have access to SafeHaven - a confidential and independent resource designed to help reduce burnout – at a 75% discount. Join today’s MMA! (link in bio) #PhysicianWellbeing #MentalHealthMatters #EndTheStigma
#testimonialtuesday #gratitude Being an #earlycareerphysician is hard- let’s get real for a second here. No one should be expected to have all the answers. Grateful for supporting my early career physician clients, thrive in their practices. You are a leader, you are a dreamer, you are resilient, you are amazing, You are worthy. Never forget that🌱 ✅Have you checked out the Free Resources at the Early Career Physicians Institute (@earlycareerphysician )website? 🔗 www.earlycareerphysician.com Clickable Link in Bio . . . . . . . . #motivation #idea #doctorsofinstagram #physicianburnout #physiciancoach #physiciancoaching #physicianwellness #physicianwellbeing #lifecoaching #lifecoach #wellnesscoach #wellnesscoaching #holisticwellbeing #askforhelp #womeninwhitecoats #femalephysicians #malephysicians #womeninmedicine #burnoutcoach #earlycareerphysician #earlycareerphysicians #wellnessinmedicine #burnoutprevention #selfcareisnotselfish #behaviorchange #behaviorchangespecialist
Happy #NationalDrinkWaterWeek! Check out all the ways drinking plenty of water benefits your overall health. > Increases your metabolism > Increases mood and energy levels > Aids in a healthy heart and blood pressure > Reduces stress to the body by combating dehydration > Improves exercise > Boosts skin health > Supports healthy digestion What are your strategies to make sure you drink 6-8 glasses of water each day?
🌟 Happy National Nurses Day to all the incredible nurses out there! Your dedication, compassion, and resilience make a profound impact on the lives of your patients and their families. Today, we celebrate you and the heartfelt care you provide every day. Thank you for being our everyday heroes! 🩺💙 #NationalNursesDay #HealthcareHeroes #MoonlightingMD #ResidentSideJobs #DoctorsExtraIncome #LocumLife #MedicalStaffing #EarnMorePhysicians #HealthcareHustle #NursePractitionerJobs #RuralHealthcare #HospitalStaffingSolutions #DoctorBurnoutAwareness #PhysicianWellbeing #SideGigForDocs #MedicalMoonlighting #ExtraShiftsExtraCash #RN #prn
Thrive is the kickstart you need if you're overwhelmed and depleted. It will be highly relevant whether you're in the rockbottom depths of burnout, just seeing it on the horizon, or well on the way to recovery. Whichever point you're at, it's vital that we regularly stop, step back, assess where we're 'at', and make sure we're making well-considered decisions about what we do next. You only have limited time and energy, so you do not want to be wasting effort on doing things that aren't likely to make a big difference for your life and get you to where you want to be. You do not want to be wasting effort on implementing new strategies without making sure you've planned for the inevitable barriers that will come up. Otherwise, you try something new, it's great for a week or two, and then for a multitude of reasons it dwindles off and we're back to where we started. None of us has time for that! At Thrive, you will be led through this process of self-awareness, planning, and developing new strategies. And we'll be joined by inspiring expert speakers who will share personal experiences of burnout recovery, the relationship between ADHD and neurodiversity and burnout, sustainable effective leadership, meditation and breath work, and more. Your wellbeing is everything. Without it, you can't be there for loved ones. Without it, you can't do your job to the best of your ability. Without it, you can't do the thing in life that bring you joy. As wellbeing deteriorates, you risk losing money as you cut back on work, miss out on promotions, change careers, your marriage ends in divorce, or you accumulate a plethora of healthcare appointments, medications, and treatments. I know that's not the life you want for yourself. And you deserve better. Link to register in bio. #burnout #burnoutrecovery #burnoutprevention #selfcare #leadership #stressmanagement #thrive #wellbeing #wellness #doctorwellbeing #doctorburnout #physicianwellbeing #physicianburnout #susatinableleadership #resilience #mindfulness #selfcompassion #breathwork
Are you trying to avoid detection? 7 ways you might be trying to hide under your impostorism. 1️⃣ Overpreparing and Hard work- If you believe everyone around you is inherently more intelligent or capable, one way to avoid detection is extraordinary hard work. The ONLY reason for your success is Herculean effort. 2️⃣ Holding Back- Never giving it your best shot. Or- Remaining silent in the face of opposing opinions. Or-Intellectual flattery of superiors. 3️⃣ Maintaining a Low or Ever-Changing Profile. Flying under the radar. Job hopping. 4️⃣ Use of Charm or Perceptiveness to Win Approval- Part of you feels inadequate but another believes you are remarkable - if only the right person validates your brilliance & helps you embrace this also. But when they do, you feel like a phony. 5️⃣ Procrastination- A way to give yourself an out. You tell yourself it’s because you work best under pressure. You wait until the last minute, then when you fail, you are hardly surprised. 6️⃣ Never Finishing- By not finishing you shield yourself from possible detection & avoid the shame of being criticized. “It’s still in progress” or “I’m dabbling”. 7️⃣ Self-sabotage- Fear of being exposed can be so anxiety-producing, that you subconsciously do things to undermine your very success. None of these coping mechanisms and behaviors truly alleviate your impostor feelings. They just try to keep you “safe”. Valerie Young does an excellent job explaining the above in her book- The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women (And Men). 💭Can you pick which ones you identify with? You have so much to offer. Don’t let the impostor, run your life. ✅ Share with a friend who needs to hear this today! Happy Monday.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. I’ll be sharing resources and tips throughout the month to promote greater mental and emotional wellbeing. Today’s tip is to get outside and spend time in nature. Even if it’s only for a few moments to stare into the sky, feel the breeze on your skin, or inhale fresh air for 3 breaths. Notice how you feel after being outside. Find ways to prioritize it daily. #mentalhealth #physicianwellbeing #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters
Hello, Siobhan here. Do you ever feel like you're on a never-ending cycle of dieting and overeating? I've been there, feeling trapped and frustrated. But over time, I realized that the key wasn't a new diet; it was a new mindset. Once I shifted my focus from dieting to self-care, everything else fell into place. If you're a physician ready to break free from the dieting cycle, DM me. Let's create a healthier, happier future for you #physicianwellbeing #doctorsonline #physiciancoach #emotionaleating #doctormom #thrivephysicians #ladydocs
Announcement Day #4. (Yes, I know it's day 5. Bear with me.) I’m thrilled to be presenting at this year’s #AAFPwellbeing conference—the only national event focused solely on #physicianwellbeing. Join me on 5/7/24 to explore new approaches to creating time and space for restoration, recharging, maintenance, and elevation. Learn more: aafp.org/phwb
Can we talk about the food that pops up at 2am when you are on call in the hospital??? It’s amazing how tempting that food can be when you really would prefer to be cozy in bed asleep. On-call eating was one of the biggest challenges I had to overcome in order to lose weight. And for a long time, I didn’t think I would be able to. So how do you stick to your healthy eating in the middle of the night or post call? I want to share my top 3 tools that have helped me transform my own eating on call. I teach these same tools (and give help applying them) to the members of Thrive Academy for Physicians. Tool #1: Stop Being Surprised - Being on call isn’t a surprise. Wanting to overeat on call or post-call isn’t a surprise either. When you recognize that it is a recurring pattern, you can start creating solutions that work. Tool #2: Manage the Stress Of Being On Call - How you think about your call matters. It can either add to your stress (which will trigger eating) or it can help you feel calm and in control of whatever your call looks like. Tool #3: Mentally Rehearse - It is easy to forget about these tools between now and your next call shift. Practice mentally rehearsing on your way into the hospital or the morning you start call. Bonus - this is a powerful tool that can be done on the fly - you don’t have to stop what you are doing to mentally rehearse feeling great around any food that might show up. Have something that works really well when you are on call? I’d love to hear it. Comment below! #physicianwellbeing #doctorsonline #physiciancoach #emotionaleating #doctormom #thrivephysicians #ladydocs
I'm so honoured to have Dr Jill Gamberg joining us at Thrive 2024, sharing how we can be taking care of our bodies and minds in the midst of overwhelm and burnout. Jill is a GP who practices lifestyle medicine, which means she's interested in looking at how the lifestyle choices we make impact our health. I can't wait to hear what she has to share with us, and be inspired to make some tweaks in my own life to make sure that I continue to have the energy I need to run The Burnout Project as well as be there for my family and do all the other things in life I want to do - such as paint, bushwalk, contribute to my community. Thrive Symposium is a three-day online event, and there will be three presentations each day. All the presentations are recorded and available for 72 hours, so don't worry if you can't make it to all the sessions 'live'! By the end of Thrive you'll have hope that it *is* possible for you to create a sustainable life, and have a strategy for the next steps you need to take and how you'll push through the inevitable barriers. You'll be brimming with inspiration, and it'll be the kickstart you need to realign your life with what's most important to you, including space to regularly rest and take care of yourself. Find out more about Jill and the rest of our wonderful speakers and register your place using the link in the bio! #burnout #burnoutprevention #burnoutrecovery #burnoutmanagement #stressmanagement #stresstips #selfcare #selflove #lifestylemedicine #doctorburnout #doctorwellbeing #physicianburnout #physicianwellbeing #workplacewellbeing #mentalwellbeing #wellbeing #wellness #workplacewellness #corporatewellbeing #resilience #leadership #professionaldevelopment
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The Center for Professional Well-Being wishes all of our Asian American and Pacific Islander friends and colleagues here at the DOM, MGH, and MGB a happy AAPI Heritage Month! See our weekly newsletter for the latest AAPI events!
This event is for you if.... ✅You're exhausted and overwhelmed ✅You're depleted and have no energy left for your loved ones ✅You dread work and daydream of running away or getting just ill enough to call in sick ✅You know that now is the time to do something about it ✅You want to create sustainable change so that you're not stuck in the same place at Christmas time If you're like a lot of my clients, you feel so stuck that there is no hope. You feel like the challenges are too big, and that nothing you've tried before has worked anyway. I want to share with you that there is hope! I see people go from rock bottom to thriving all the time. Even when it feels like there is nothing that can be done, trust me that there is a way. You can live the life you want. A sustainable life which includes rest and nurturing isn't just for *other* people. It can be your real everyday life, too. Over the three days, I will lead you through: 💙Creating clarity around how you got to this point 💙A clear vision for what you want your life and work to be like 💙A plan for managing the barriers that *will* come up, and have been stopping you from recovering in the past 💙Solid strategies that you can implement immediately to kickstart the process 💙 Knowing the exact next step you need to take to make sure your life actually changes in a meaningful and sustainable way. We'll also be joined by inspiring expert speakers who will share their personal experiences, encouragement, tips, and techniques to help you thrive. Are you ready to make this happen? You deserve it. Link to register in bio. . (yes, I know this runs over Mother's Day, but I've got you covered! I've extended access to the recordings to 72 hours from each livestream, so you have plenty of time to catch up on everything at a time convenient to you) #burnout #burnoutprevention #burnoutrecovery #doctorwellbeing #doctorburnout #physicianwellbeing #physicianburnout #thrive #selfcare #selflove #professionaldevelopment #leadershipdevelopment #mentalwellbeing #stressmanagement #workplacewellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #burnoutcoach
Question for the mental health professionals, physicians, nurse practitioners, and helping professionals in general out there: Are you constantly prioritizing your clients' needs over your own as a helping professional? You're not alone, but it's time to focus on your well-being too. Self-care is often viewed as optional, especially in the helping professions. Yet, neglecting it can lead to severe consequences, including burnout and decreased quality of care. Here are 5 compelling reasons why I say self-care isn’t just necessary, it’s essential for anyone of us in the helping field. 1. Prevent Burnout: Up to 60% of helping professionals experience burnout. Regular self-care reduces stress and ensures you can provide top-notch care. 2. Improve Quality of Care: Well-rested and mentally healthy professionals show improved concentration and empathy, enhancing client and patient care. 3. Enhance Personal Well-being: Those in helping roles face higher risks of anxiety and depression. Activities like mindfulness, exercise, and proper nutrition significantly boost mental and physical health. 4. Set a Positive Example: Prioritizing your health encourages clients to adopt similar healthy behaviors. 5. Sustain Your Passion: Regular breaks to recharge are crucial for maintaining the passion that initially drew you to your profession. If these reasons resonate with you, consider investing in a retreat designed specifically for helping professionals. Dare to 'Re-Treat' is your opportunity to step back, recharge, and learn sustainable self-care practices that foster both personal and professional growth. P.S. By popular request and to make sure you put yourself first for #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth we have extended the $250 discount to May 7th! So hurry, go to daretoretreat.co and let’s GO! #HelpingBurnout #SelfCareMatters #MentalHealthProfessionals #BurnoutPrevention #TherapistSelfCare #PhysicianWellbeing #NurseSelfCare #EmpowerHelping #MentalHealthAwareness #ProfessionalGrowth #HolisticHelping #DareToRetreat #BalanceIsKey #ChooseYou #DailySelfCare #EmbraceSelfLove #EmpowermentJourney #MentalWellnessMatters #SelfCare #SelfCareAwareness #SelfCareCoach
After dedicating a significant portion of your life to a particular profession, it’s not uncommon to reach a point where you begin to lose passion for your mission despite being at the peak of your expertise. The thought of continuing down the same path for another decade or two seems daunting and uninspiring. You have a desire to explore something new, but you feel trapped. Outwardly, everything seems enviable, but internally, you yearn for something that aligns more closely with your evolving aspirations and values. How could anyone else possibly understand? You have it so good. Why would you want to try something new? It turns out this is incredibly common. It happens to physicians, attorneys, accountants, architects, and many other high-achieving professionals. We find ourselves in a predicament where leaving seems unthinkable because of all of our successes, but the thought of staying feels increasingly unbearable. The tension between trying something new and staying the course can weigh heavily on our minds and hearts. Here’s the good news. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. There are countless other physicians who are contemplating their careers and their futures, grappling with similar feelings of uncertainty and longing for change. Finding a supportive community can be a powerful remedy for the internal struggle between staying in your comfort zone and embracing new opportunities. You’re not alone in your journey. How might knowing that impact your next move? ❓ Who is your community? ❓ What is preventing you from finding or creating the community you need? ❓ How might having a community change your life and career? #PhysicianCommunity #PhysicianLife #PhysicianJourney #PhysicianEmpowerment #PhysicianCare #ShowUpForYourself #PhysicianWellness #PhysicianRevolution #PhysicianWellBeing #MedicalMindsetShift
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it's crucial that we take the time to check in on ourselves and our loved ones. Let's break the stigma surrounding mental health and prioritize our well-being. You are not alone, and it's okay to ask for help. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth 🌱💙 #mindfullydoc #physicianwellbeing #burnout #wellbeing #👩🏻⚕️foracause #WHOFides
“The best version of myself is also the best version for my patients.” A client told me those beautiful words yesterday, while reflecting about how the coaching had helped her. I agree! That’s why I’m committed to take care of myself, boost my health, and do the things I love. (My micro-greens garden scores points on all three 🥰) Taking care of ourselves is not selfish, it's the first concentric circle of taking care of our loved ones, our communities and the world. Anything you do to self-care and self-nourish and be a happier, better version of yourself, will benefit your loved ones, patients, clients, and everyone else in your life. So, tell me: What have you done today to take care of yourself? ❤️ #physician #physiciancoach #physiciancoaching #physicianwellness #physicianwellbeing #physicianburnout #physicianmindsetupgrade
Thrive Symposium is only a week away! This is an amazing opportunity to realign your life with what you truly want. If you're overwhelmed and depleted, on the brink of burnout or well and truly burnt to a crisp, then this is perfect for you. Over a period of three days, you'll gain insight into where you're 'at' right now, what got you there, and what you want your life to be like instead. We'll take a look at the biggest barriers that are going to stop you from making any long-lasting changes in your life - maybe they've been getting in the way for years (have you tried to make changes in the past, but either they didn't work or they only lasted a month or two and then you ended back up where you started?). And we'll look at the best strategies you can implement easily (even in a busy life when you're exhausted) so that your life trajectory changes. We'll be joined by inspiring expert speakers, including Dr Emily Amos! Emily is a wonderful doctor and human, and she has so much wisdom to share, particularly around mindfulness and breathwork. She has been through her own experience of burnout, and knows only too well the ongoing challenges life brings and the importance of continuing self-care. At Thrive, there will also be some amazing prizes on offer to help you on your journey, including affirmation books, medical career courses, and burnout courses. Join Emily, myself, and the other speakers at Thrive from May 10-12th. Yes, that does include Mother's Day, but I've extended access to the recordings to 72 hours, so you'll have plenty of time to set aside a moment to catch up (and 6-month extended access will only be $15 if you want more time or to come back to your favourite sessions again). I can't wait to see you there! Registration link in bio. #selfdevelopment #wellbeing #mentalwellness #burnoutprevention #thrive #doctorburnout #physicianburnout #selflove #wellness #doctorwellbeing #physicianwellbeing #selfcompassion #selfcare #mindfulness #breathwork #burnout #burnoutrecovery #burnoutcoach #workplacewellbeing
Hosted our monthly narrative medicine section tonight with a poem from @maryoliversdrunkcousin and offered several prompts to write about and share. Love Lyndsey’s idea of writing poems about newspaper headlines . Physicians in attendance wrote about their vision of one year from now, lost pets, and our attempts to understand the encampments and protests happening on our college campuses. I think we all left with some thoughts, reflections, and emotions to sort through and better for it. If you’d like to join in the first Wednesday of each month see the QR code on the first pix or DM me. #narrativemedicine #physicianwellbeing
May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, a time to #TakeAMentalHealthMoment and prioritize mental #wellbeing in #GME. The #ACGME stands with the #MedEd community in fostering a culture of support and understanding. #PhysicianWellBeing
Check out these spring wellness opportunities from the MGH APP Wellness Committee!
Exciting news—the AAFP Physician Health and Well-being Conference is just around the corner, starting this Monday! As the only national event dedicated exclusively to the well-being needs of physicians, it's a perfect kickoff for Mental Health Awareness Month. 💫 Will you be attending? Visit us at the SigmaMD booth to connect. Alternatively, subscribe to our Product Newsletter for all the latest updates. Link in bio. #DirectCare #AAFP #PhysicianWellbeing #SigmaMD
🌟 Welcome to Myth-Busting May! 🌟 This month, we're smashing some common myths that might be holding you back from your dream of living and working abroad as a doctor. 🌍 In 14 countries, you can practice medicine without extra training or exams. Some supervision may be required to help you adjust to the new healthcare system. Your medical degree opens global doors in telemedicine, pharma, and more. 🔗 Discover diverse career opportunities abroad and live your dream: check bio. #physiciansabroad #expatlifewithkids #physicianwellbeing #physicianwellness #physicianburnoutprevention #globalhealth