PHYSICIAN HEALTH PROGRAM – WELLNESS SUPPORTS FOR PHYSICIANS AND THEIR FAMILIES:
The Physician Health Program is a valuable resource for BC physicians, medical students, and residents as well as their partners and children. The program provides 24-hour access to a confidential helpline – anytime you need it – to receive support, referrals and counselling for challenges such as Issues can include: physical health, mental health and addictions, relationship issues, workplace issues and burnout. To learn more visit its website or call 1-800-663-6729.
NEW IBPOC WOMEN MEDICAL STAFF DISCUSSION GROUP
The VCH Medical Staff Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee is excited to share that they are launching a new affinity group for Indigenous, Black, and People of Colour (IBPOC) women medical staff.
Starting Wednesday, February 1, this group will meet regularly to explore the intersection of gender and race as health-care providers. The group is open to all VCH medical staff who identify as women and who are Indigenous, Black, and/or people of colour. If you are interested in this group but cannot join on February 1, please still register to receive invitations for future sessions.
Sessions are from 7:00 – 8:30 pm. Register here by January 27.
MEN’S MEDICAL STAFF EDI AFFINITY GROUP – MARCH 28 SESSION
The VCH Medical Staff Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee is launching a men’s medical staff EDI affinity group. This group will meet to explore different topics with guest facilitator David Hatfield, Leadership Coach, VCH People.
Sessions are from 6:00 – 7:30 pm. Register here by March 27 for the March 28 session.
SELF COMPASSION IN MEDICINE – MONTHLY DROP-IN SESSIONS OPEN TO ALL VCH MEDICAL STAFF
Starting Thursday, February 9, Dr. Jennifer Baxter will facilitate monthly drop-in sessions which combine a short practice and discussion about mindfulness and self-compassion in personal and professional environments. Each session will explore a unique topic.
Session on every 2nd Thursday of the month, 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Register online or contact salima.noormohamed@vch.ca
VCH EMPLOYEE WELLNESS
VCH Employee Wellness was extended to all medical staff during the pandemic. As a result, all medical staff have access to the full suite of employee wellness services which includes financial coaching. You can also go to this link to learn more: https://employee-wellness.ca/index.html
VCH launches access to wellness services on LifeWorks digital platform
VCH is now providing all medical staff with access to personalized wellness resources through a digital platform from LifeWorks. This access was previously provided on request. These free digital wellness resources are available 24/7 from anywhere on mobile or web. Read the memo to learn more.
Physician Peer Support Program
Contact the Physician Peer Support Program and be connected with a trained physician peer supporter. Any physician who works within VCH who would like to be connected with a peer supporter can do so by emailing the Program at physicianpeersupport@vch.ca. For more information click on this link: Physician Peer Support Program (vch.ca)Physician Peer Support Program (vch.ca)