COVID-19 Physician Wellness Resources
Last Updated: November 27, 2020
Physicians are facing unprecedented change and uncertainty given the current governmental state of affairs and the COVID-19 pandemic. Change and uncertainty are shown to contribute to stress and many physicians may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and worried during these challenging times. With this in mind, we will keep this page updated with various resources that may be of use in maintaining your wellness.
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Invite to Input
Physicians’ Feelings and Stories of Gratitude
Well Doc Alberta asked physicians to share their feelings and stories of gratitude from April 3 - June 3, 2020 through an Invite to Input. Thank you to everyone who participated.
Education Bulletins
We are committed to providing short Education Bulletins designed to provide evidence-informed tips that may be beneficial in supporting your wellness during this time.
Physician Wellness Podcast
We are developing new episodes of our Physician Wellness Podcast tailored to help support your wellness during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In this 53 min episode of the Well Doc Alberta Physician Wellness Podcast, Dr. Jane Lemaire is joined by two experts in medical ethics, Dr. Cheryl Mack and Dr. Eric Wasylenko, to discuss how ethics and morality affect physician wellness, especially in times of increased stress.
In this 9.5 min episode, guest Fleur Yumol, a clinical social worker,
discusses
empathy and compassion: how they relate to vulnerability, connection, passion, and joy; how to set boundaries; and how they can be maintained in the
on-line space.
In this 13 min episode,
guest Fleur Yumol, a clinical social worker, discusses the importance of emotional connection during the pandemic, strategies to stay connected while maintaining physical distancing, and things we should avoid in order to promote good mental health in these challenging times.
In this 15 min episode,
guest Dr. Shannon 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.
Webinars
Find upcoming sessions and recordings of webinars that Well Doc Alberta has participated in.