In March 2024, the South Island Medical Staff Association, Victoria Division of Family Practice, South Island Division of Family Practice, and the Saanich Peninsula Physicians Society joined forces to host our Healthcare Rx event. Participants were invited to fill in the blanks about joy in medicine. Here are a few […]
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The Physician Health Program in partnership with CBT Skills Society in pleased to announce a physician/resident-specific virtual CBT skills group for any physician or medical resident in the province who wants to practice skills for supporting their own anxiety, depression, and stress. This group is MSP-funded and the physician/resident patient […]
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Looking for something to do over the holidays? Pick up the Wellness Committee’s gauntlet… Spend an evening doing nothing Take a nap Laugh out loud Connect with a long-lost friend Breathe Take a tech break Enjoy an hour in nature Try something new to eat or drink Wishing you a […]
Read moreThe Physician Health Program (PHP) is looking for a Program Physician to join its team. Reporting to the Vice President, PHP, the Program Physician joins a team of experienced health professionals providing services that support physicians, trainees, and their families in overcoming challenges that are affecting their health and well-being. […]
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Have you been surprised by a thoughtful Post-It note in an unexpected place in the hospital? Has a kind “Postcard from a Post-COVID World” made its way into your pigeonhole? If yes, tweet a picture of it our way! Interested in spreading your own good vibes to colleagues? Let us […]
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The following physician wellness resources continue to be available to support BC physicians: BC Physician Health Program: Offers confidential support, counseling, referral and health system navigation support for physicians, medical trainees and their families for a wide range of issues such as mental health concerns, relationship issues, life transitions, financial […]
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As we move towards the summer, we wanted to refresh your self-care toolkit with some updated resources: Read: Reasons to Be Cheerful BCCH Centre for Mindfulness CMA Physician Wellness Hub Mindfulness Resources from BC Art of Living Mindfully Watch: Mindfulness, Mental Health, and Gardening Physician Wellness – Mental Health Commission […]
Read moreWake Up Wednesdays is a monthly drop-in group (4th Wed of the month, 6 – 6:25pm) that BCCH Centre for Mindfulness co-hosts with Mindful Practice Canada. It is open to all health providers in Canada, recruited through word of mouth mostly to create a community feel. If interested, we will […]
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Looking for something new to try? Here are a few ideas: Fostering Resilience for Health Professionals – November 5 and 6 Dr. Mark Lau and Dr. Andrea Grabovac are running a 2-day mindfulness-based workshop online through Hollyhock. This course is certified for 9 hrs of CFPC Mainpro+ Group Learning credits. […]
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If you’re looking to try something new for your health and well-being (or if you’re looking for a resource for patients), Health-e-Steps is an evidence-based program developed through UBC. HealtheSteps
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