Article: Dimensions of Wellness

“Wellness” covers many areas. Check out this quick read on Dimensions of Wellness from the Association of Academic Psychiatrists.

Event: When a colleague suddenly dies – Growing through tragedy

Join Dr Michael Myers, international expert in physician wellness and suicide prevention. Offered by Fraser Health in memory of Dr Peter Zakrzewski. Mon, Feb 27 at 5pm on zoom. Read more Need support now? Please call the Physician Health Program 24/7 at 1-800-663-6729

The Myth of Normal

Check out local physician Dr Joanna Cheek’s blog post on Gabor Mate’s new book, The Myth of Normal. It discusses the health implications of always putting others’ needs before our own. Read more

Building emotional resilience

Want some practical guidance around managing emotions? Try the ABC method for building emotional resilience and check out the DBT Tools website for more skills!

Our peer support pilot is seeking your input

The Victoria Division is collaborating on a peer support pilot for Greater Victoria. Please help us understand what our physician community needs by answering four questions (less than one minute).

Do New Year’s resolutions even work?

Read the ‘evidence’ in this fun article Resolving New Year’s Resolutions from the family physician-led Patients, Experience, Evidence, Research (PEER) team!