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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.
DHQ Celebrates 31 Years
Doctors’ Health in Queensland’s service arm board chair Ross Phillipson led the charge in acknowledging the honourable work the organisation has done for the medical community since it first began operations more than 31 years ago. Along with formally announcing the...
DHQ in the News!
Listen to our DHQ radio segment that aired on Friday PM on ABC NQ Radio Drive - our piece is at 2:06:35 https://www.abc.net.au/radio/northqld/programs/north-qld-drive/drive/12561362 The online story is...
Research on Doctors’ Mental Health
Written by Dr Ross Phillipson Research has shown that the majority of doctors generally enjoy good physical health. However, there has been concern expressed over many years that the mental health of doctors is not as high as it should be. Sadly, the suicide rate...
Queensland’s bespoke support service for doctors and medical students is pleased to announce a new name to better reflect the support we’ve been providing to doctors and medical students in Queensland for over 30 years. Formerly your local doctors’ health advisory service (DHAS(Q) & QDHP) we will be now known together as “Doctors’ Health in Queensland” (DHQ).
Callers to our help-line will always speak to a senior GP or specialised counsellor who has had training and is experienced in supporting doctor and medical student colleagues with a wider range of general health and stress-related problems. Doctors’ Health in Qld’s...
***Big news!***
The Queensland Doctors' Health Programme is now Doctors' Health Queensland! Our helpline number is the same (07 3833 4352).
Its our 4th Birthday on the 1st June!
QDHP is celebrating 4 years this Monday 4th of June 2020. We have some exciting changes coming soon. We would like to thank all the wonderful people who have helped QDHP grow and have been involved in doctors' health in Queensland.
2020 Crazy Socks 4 Docs Day 5th June
Join colleagues, friends and health professionals Australia wide to kick off the 2020 CrazySocks4Docs Day with a not-to-be-missed virtual event hosted by Dr Sally Cockburn – family doctor, health advocate, media presenter and writer.Don your craziest socks...
A polite reminder:
We have recently been receiving a number of calls from concerned members of the public looking for guidance on the coronavirus. For information on the coronavirus please call the Department of Health's dedicated Coronavirus Health Information Line on 1800 020 080....
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The Thriving Doctor: towards harmony, productivity, longevity This conference is an opportunity to explore ways we can all thrive as individuals, in our personal lives, our workplaces and in the wider...
Doctor of many talents – International Day of People with Disability
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Doctor of many talents Written by Carly Findlay, OAM Dr Dinesh Palipana OAM works at the Gold Coast University Hospital in one of the busiest emergency departments in the country, and he loves his job...
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Thank You Week 29 November – 5 December 2021
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Nothing makes a person feel more valued or appreciated than a simple ‘thank you’ for a job well done. Thank You Week is the time Gold Coast Health sets aside each year to recognise the great work ...
Distressed doctors don’t bend, so they break
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The brutality of medical training saps your humanity until what is left is a shell of the person you were. This cannot continue.
Movember WRaP EM Blog- Ben Symon
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Dr Ben Symon What do you do to look after your own health? Specialty training is, in many ways, pretty brutal. It seems like we’ve accidentally designed a system that sacrifices our yout...
Fears of psychiatrist shortage after two years of cancelled exams
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Hundreds of trainee psychiatrists have been unable to complete their exams after the latest attempt at holding the test failed due to technical difficulties.
Better Be Home Soon - ED Musos
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This song was performed in 2021 by health care workers in Australia, Aotearoa New Zealand, and the United Kingdom.We send our love and support to everyone wh...
Practising gratitude as a tool for self-care
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Gratitude is not about putting on a brave face or pretending that everything is okay when it is not. Instead, the strength we gain from practising gratitude can help us tap into our reserves of persev...
Tired, Stressed, Forgetful? Your Sleeping Habits Might Be Doing More Harm Than You Think
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A medical student pushes back against a culture where overwork and sleep deprivation have become the norm to harness the benefits of sleep.
When the doctor becomes the patient: my breast cancer journey
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CARING for patients at their most vulnerable has a way of cutting through life’s worries.
Recovery from stress and burnout as a doctor
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What do you need to recover and heal after repeated exposure to a stressful environment like COVID-19? Self-compassion is the first step in applying interventions for burnout prevention and recovery.
Workplace Bullying focus for AMACDT
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Your AMACDT continues to tackle workplace bullying and harassment and takes action to improve the wellbeing of Doctors in Training across the country.
‘I desperately want to quit’: the often unbearable burden on Australia’s junior doctors
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Even before Covid, many suffered as a result of long hours and stress. The pandemic has made it worse for those we rely on to heal us
6 Tips to Survive Exam Season | Doctor Nisha
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Are you a busy medical student or junior doctor preparing for exams? Check out these 6 tips to help you survive and thrive this exam season!
Juggling mental health and med school - my experiences with PTSD
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Medical school challenges our mental health at the best of times, let alone when we’re still processing past trauma. Here's what helps.
Connection is key to ageing well
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At 59 years of age, Professor Tarun Sen Gupta has not reached official senior status just yet.But he is described by his students as the King of Rural Medicine. He has educated and mentored about 4,00...
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This year we’re shining a spotlight on how OTs work to support people of all abilities to engage in activities they find meaningful.
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The RACGP’s Vision for general practice and a sustainable healthcare system outlines a model of care that addresses many of the nation’s healthcare challenges.
Every doctor needs their own GP
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Having your own GP means access to an independent and objective advisor who can guide you at times when you need it most. Particularly in times of high stress, having a trusted GP who understands the ...
Will post-COVID-19 fatigue and burnout drive a medical workforce collapse?
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The burnout rate of medical staff is predicted to be 68% post-pandemic. We must prioritise solving healthcare workers' burnout due to pandemic fatigue.
Theme - Queensland Mental Health Week
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The theme for QMHW in 2021 is 'Take Time — for mental health'. Research shows there are six actions we can take to build resilience and boost wellbeing.
Simple ways to afford junior doctors more autonomy
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AS the nation looks to our health care industry to chart a course out of
Queensland Mental Health Week | 9-17 October 2021
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Queensland Mental Health Week (QMHW) is an annual awareness week that aims to shine a spotlight on individual and community mental health and wellbeing.
Caring for the Care Givers – WRaP EM meets Mind Check HP
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Dr Amy KwanDirector and Clinical PsychologistBA (Psych) MEd (C.Psych) DPsych (Clin) MAPS 1. MINDCHECK HP provides psychology services for health professionals. How can a psychologist help a health ...