The Well Doc Initiative

Did you know #TheWellDocInitiative has a booth at #CCPH2025? Please stop by and say hello if you have a chance! Our team would be delighted to see you!

October 10 is World Mental Health Day and offers an opportunity to reflect on how we can support mental health and wellbeing. #TheWellDocInitiative has compiled a list of resources, available here: www.welldoccanada.org/support-serv...

Happy #Thanksgiving! Please note that #TheWellDocInitiative office will close end of day on Oct. 10 and reopen on Oct. 14. We will be reflecting on what we are thankful for this year and hope you will too.

The latest updates from #TheWellDocInitiative are now available in our September newsletter. Explore what we’ve been working on here: bit.ly/42SjZa2

Please note the “Navigating the Inner Storms of Uncertainty” session has been rescheduled to Dec. 3! If you’re interested in learning about the science of uncertainty and would like the opportunity to self-reflect and discuss your experiences, register here: www.welldoccanada.org/navigating-t...

Reminder: The abstract submission for the WELLMED conference is due Oct. 15! WELLMED brings together experts to present and discuss innovative ways of linking physician wellbeing to patient safety & quality of care. The next conference is in May 2026. Learn more here: www.well-med.gr/abstract-sub...

We are thrilled to share that #TheWellDocInitiative Evaluation & Measures Lead, Garielle Brown, will be presenting at #CCPH2025 on the impact our peer support training workshops have on self-efficacy across genders and career stages. We hope to see you there on Oct. 18!

We are thrilled to share that #TheWellDocInitiative Evaluation & Measures Specialist, Melanie Hientz, will be presenting a poster at #CCPH2025 on lessons learned from expanding our peer support program from Alberta to across Canada. We hope to see you there on Oct. 17!

Canadian Conference on Physician Health (CCPH) 2025 Canadian Conference on Physician Health (CCPH) 2025

Reminder: Registration for #CCPH2025 is open! This year’s conference will be held in Vancouver from Oct. 17 – 18. Learn more and register here: events.cma.ca/website/8372...

The September update to #TheWellDocInitiative #LiteratureCorner is now available! Check it out here: bit.ly/42uKNgk

The latest updates from #TheWellDocInitiative are now available in our August newsletter. Explore what we’ve been working on here: bit.ly/3HWupOG

We are excited to introduce our newest #TheWellDocInitiative team member! Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Tatiana Oshchepkova, as our team’s new Measurement Coordinator!

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Did you know that physicians are at greater risk of death by suicide than the general population? Let’s help normalize the act of seeking help in the profession. Listen to our podcast episode with Dr. Michael F. Myers: www.welldocalberta.org/letstalk

We are pleased to introduce our newest #TheWellDocInitiative team member! Please join us in welcoming Grant Hogan to our team as the new Evaluation & Measures Assistant.

Your mental health matters, and if you are going through a difficult time, seeking help by reaching out is a crucial step towards your well-being. #TheWellDocInitiative has a compiled list of resources, available here: www.welldoccanada.org/support-serv...

We are proud to share that #TheWellDocInitiative finished our 6th year of operations on April 30, 2025! Here are some highlights from the past year!

Reminder! #TheWellDocInitiative is offering a virtual workshop on Nov. 19. Learn about the science of uncertainty and take the opportunity to self-reflect and discuss your experiences. Register here: www.welldoccanada.org/navigating-t...

Did you know September is #SuicidePreventionMonth? Look out for some upcoming content #TheWellDocInitiative will be sharing throughout the month to raise awareness.

Please note #TheWellDocInitiative office will close end of day on August 29, and reopen on September 2.

Interested in attending a physician wellness conference? The WELLMED meeting, focused on well-being and performance in clinical practice, will take place in Greece in May 2026 and may be of interest to you! Abstract submissions are open until Oct. 15! Learn more here: www.well-med.gr/abstract-sub...

Did you know #TheWellDocInitiative has community bulletin boards that share information about upcoming physician wellness events and research studies? If you have a session or study you would like promoted, please submit a request here: www.welldoccanada.org/community-bu...

Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Lima Awad, who has joined #TheWellDocInitiative team as our new Education Coordinator while Cici is on leave!

We’d like to express our deep appreciation to all current and past #TheWellDocInitiative Collaborators. You generously donate your time, expertise, and passion for #PhysicianWellness to support the growing need for wellness resources. Thank you for your contributions and the work you do!

The latest in #PhysicianWellness literature is now available! Explore the August update to our #TheWellDocInitiative #LiteratureCorner here: bit.ly/47qJXoe

Rude and unprofessional behaviour can impact physicians, including their well-being, clinical performance, and patient care. For today’s #PhysicianWellnessMinute, we’re sharing this recent BMJ article that provides practical ways to respond: bit.ly/4idGF9H

An “Affirmation of Professional Calling” is a personalized statement of intent that reflects a physician’s professional mission, guiding what they do and how they do it. #TheWellDocInitiative offers a workshop that serves as an introductory guide. Learn more: bit.ly/40e54G4

Upcoming Session! #TheWellDocInitiative is offering a virtual workshop on Nov. 19. Learn about the science of uncertainty and have an opportunity to self-reflect and discuss your experiences. Register here: www.welldoccanada.org/navigating-t...

Looking to catch up on the latest literature in #PhysicianWellness this summer? Check out the July update from #TheWellDocInitiative #LiteratureCorner here: bit.ly/3GzYNOa

Another month has flown by! Explore the latest updates from #TheWellDocInitiative in our June/July newsletter! bit.ly/3GnzC1e

We are growing our team! #TheWellDocInitiative is looking to fill a newly created part-time Measurement Coordinator role. If you, or anyone you know, is interested, learn more and apply here: careers.ucalgary.ca/jobs/1639518.... The deadline is July 22.