Overworked junior doctors worried they will harm patients A survey of junior doctors working in hospitals found nearly two-thirds fear making a clinical error due to exhaustion, sparking renewed calls for cultural change.
‘Everyone can benefit from having a GP in their lives’ Recent research has seen doctor self-care under the spotlight.
A GP for every doctor A GP19 Convocation item brings the important topic of doctors’ wellbeing into focus.
Junior doctors launch legal action against hospital Administrators have admitted trainee doctors at Melbourne’s Sunshine Hospital are overworked and have not received mandated clinical training.
Professional coaching can reduce burnout in doctors Researchers have found coaching should be considered a ‘complementary strategy’ in reducing work-related stress.
The most important patient is yourself RACGP President Dr Harry Nespolon reflects on Dr Geoff Toogood’s brave decision to prioritise his mental health and relinquish his role as a keynote speaker at GP19.
Patients with ‘empathic’ GP at reduced risk of early death: Research The researchers said the potential impact of empathy is ‘comparable to prescribing medicines’.
CrazySocks4Docs to shine a light on doctor mental health newsGP speaks with campaign founder Dr Geoff Toogood about the ongoing need to be aware of doctors’ mental health.
Burnout recognised as a medical condition for the first time The WHO has confirmed what most health practitioners likely already know.
Is it okay for GPs to cry at work? There are many reasons doctors can be brought to tears. Dr Evelyn Lewin asks the question: Is crying at work acceptable for GPs?