Category Archives: Bien-être des médecins
Musculoskeletal Disorders in Ophthalmologists
Oct 29th, 2019
Did you know? Work-related musculoskeletal disorders in ophthalmologists are high, ranging from 51-80% across studies. This module was developed to showcase best ergonomic practices and injury prevention. View the module, online through the Queen’s University website. Learning Objectives Review the importance of ergonomics for ophthalmologists Identify areas in the clinic and operating room that may […]
U of T Med: Heal Thyself
Oct 5th, 2019
U of T Med is an alumni magazine like no other. Bold, ambitious and lively, we dive into medicine’s most pressing topics. Heal Thyself is the U of T Med publication from Summer 2017 addressing the topic of physician mental health. This issue features: Can We Talk About Physician Mental Health? Who Heals the Healer? […]
Canadian Conference on Physician Health (2019)
Sep 13th, 2019
The Canadian Medical Association (CMA) and the Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Association (NMLA) are proud to present the 6th Canadian Conference on Physician Health (CCPH) from October 3-5, 2019, at the Delta Hotels St. John’s Conference Centre in St. John’s, Newfoundland. CCPH will bring together physicians, residents, medical learners, researchers, administrators and educators from across […]
Make the Difference: Preventing Medical Trainee Suicide
Oct 30th, 2018
The video from Mayo Clinic and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention demonstrates how pressures within medical environments can be high-stakes, overwhelming, and exhausting. It is said that physicians often deny their self-care in the service of their patients. Moreover, research indicates that medical students and residents have significantly higher rates of depression and burnout […]