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What is the Queensland Doctors’ Health Programme?
QDHP is an organisation established by the Doctors’ Health in Queensland to assist colleagues who may be in difficulty. Our aim is to support doctors and medical students in Queensland to achieve optimal health and well-being throughout their careers.
Improving doctors’ health has benefits for the doctors themselves, their patients and the health care teams they work with. We understand the stressors of professional practice and the complexities of navigating training. Our service provides a helpline for advice and support plus education to improve understanding of doctors health and how to care for doctors as patients. We strongly advocate for physicians’ health and regularly collaborate with other organisations to support their work in the field of doctors’ health.
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DRS4DRS has been developed by the medical profession for the medical profession. Through their network of doctors’ health advisory and referral services, they offer an independent, safe, supportive and confidential service. DRS4DRS promotes the health and wellbeing of doctors and medical students across Australia. They’re here to help you find the support you need – online resources, education modules, referral services and importantly for wellbeing, help you find a GP. DrHS distributes the funding for doctors’ health services and if you would prefer to speak with a EAP service for counselling you can access the Converge International/DrHS line via the link below.
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Did you know that DHQ is a registered Charity? All donations over $2 are fully tax deductible and help us to support the health and wellbeing of Queensland's doctors and medical students. https://dhq.org.au/donate/
QMO is running the most amazing raffle for their upcoming concert (it will be drawn during the concert on 26th June). This raffle is to help them meet the cost of running of the concert, and to maximise the ticket sales to their charity Doctors' Health in Queensland....
Surge in doctors seeking help for own mental and physical health concerns
The Queensland Doctors' Health Programme helpline is receiving more calls from doctors about both physical and mental health concerns. Dr Jen Schafer says the number of doctors calling the service is "only the tip of the iceberg". Australian Medical Association of...
Doctors call for mental health help as patient demand rises
The number of people seeking GP appointments is on the rise, and doctors say they are burning out as they struggle to keep up with demand. Spike in calls to doctor helpline Support programs like the Queensland Doctors Health Program have noted a marked increase in...
Thank you to everyone who attended our DHQ Forum- The New Horizon on Friday 4th June 2021.
Here are a few take home points from our discussions: Peer connectedness is vital Remember the five F's 1. Food 2. Fitness – physical and emotional 3. Fun 4. Family – work-non-work balance 5. Football – make sure you...
DHQ farewells CEO Dr Fiona Hawthorne and welcomes Medical Director Dr Jennifer Schafer
A wonderful evening of sad farewells and welcoming celebrations held at Hunstanton on Friday 28th May 2021.
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The Imposter Syndrome for Medical Professionals
Successful people, even doctors, often feel like frauds! The session will explain why high-performing people often doubt their abilities.
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-imposter-syndrome-for-medical-professionals-tickets-523273283477
Congratulations Dr Roger Sexton!
Congratulations to Dr Roger Sexton on receiving an AM today! We are thrilled for you & grateful to you for your tireless work for doctors' health & wellbeing the past 30 years! (Roger was the Chair of our Conference Committee last year) #doctorshealth #AustraliaDay
Each year, we undertake a state-wide review of the remote and rural primary health care workforce, and we are wanting your input!
Complete the survey by 28 February 2023 to supply valuable, on the ground information about what’s happening in your area.
https://bit.ly/3wmtxJH
Well done to all those who started their Internship this week! Going from a student to a doctor is a daunting transition to navigate, so let's celebrate you having taken that big leap this week ⭐
@MedEdUnit @drs4drs_Aus @DHASNSW @VDHP3 @DocHealthQLD #doctorshealth #mentalhealth
With the 2023 Intern cohort working hard this week at their first week of work, we are sharing our DHASWA Intern Oath - a few points on taking care of yourself and others as you embark on your journeys 💙
#doctorshealth @DHASNSW @VDHP3 @DocHealthQLD @DrPhoebeHK
Registrations are now OPEN for @MHPNOnline’s 2023 national online conference!
All Together Better: Collaborative mental health care in a changing world
28 - 30 March 2023
REGISTER NOW: http://www.mhpnconference.org.au
#MHPNConference2023 #AllTogetherBetter
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A great article by Dr Sarah Newman - ‘The second victim – supporting JMOs through medical errors’.
New article by Dr Sarah Newman - ‘The second victim – supporting JMOs through medical errors’.
LINK HERE 👉https://www.mdanational.com.au/advice-and-support/library/articles-and-case-studies/2022/12/the-second-victim#:~:text=The%20term%20'second%20victim'%2C,we%20are%20all%20fallibly%20human
@DocHealthQLD @drs4drs_Aus @HandnHandAU @AMA_WA #mentalhealth