Category Archives: Physician Wellness

Webinar Recordings: Ergonomics and Mindfulness in the Operating Room. Providing Care to Your Patients While Avoiding Becoming One

Dec 5th, 2019

The Canadian Ophthalmological Society is pleased to provide you to a recording of the webinar on practical ergonomic tips in the ophthalmology operating room, that took place on December 9, 2019. In the session George Matos, Musculoskeletal Injury Prevention Specialist and ophthalmologist Dr. Lorne Bellan review how to adapt your posture to protect yourself through […]

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? […]

Make the Difference: Preventing Medical Trainee Suicide

Oct 30th, 2018

Access Details Learn more about the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and their initiatives.