Today is #WorldSleepDay. If you’re struggling with sleep and would like to learn some helpful strategies, feel free to read our education bulletin and listen to our podcast episode on sleep. www.thewelldocinitiative.ca/education-re...
Today is #CanadianWomenPhysiciansDay! Did you know 44 of our collaborators and 2 of our directors are female physicians? We are grateful to have the opportunity to work alongside such wonderful physicians! #PhysicianWellness #CWPD #CWPH2026
The latest updates from #TheWellDocInitiative are now available in our February newsletter. Explore what we’ve been working on here: bit.ly/4cm5Mbf
Mar. 8 is #InternationalWomensDay, and in honour of the day, we wanted to highlight and express our gratitude for all the remarkable women on #TheWellDocInitiative team as well as those who are involved as collaborators! Thank you for all that you do! #IWD2026 #IWD
The latest updates from #TheWellDocInitiative are now available in our February newsletter. Explore what we’ve been working on here: bit.ly/4cm5Mbf
We are pleased to share The Well Doc Initiative’s new website! Check it out here: www.thewelldocinitiative.ca
Our new #TheWellDocInitiative business cards have arrived! Check out our new design!
Did you know? Commensality groups involving reflection, sharing of experiences, and group learning can help reduce burnout and increase engagement. #PhysicianWellnessMinute #PhysicianWellness
Starting in 2023, the Office of Resident Affairs & Physician Wellness partnered with #TheWellDocInitiative to pilot a faculty-wide postgraduate peer support team at the UofC called, "PeersCARE". Lessons learned from this pilot were shared at the Cabin Fever conference on Feb. 6. Here's the poster!
The February update to #TheWellDocInitiative #LiteratureCorner is now available! Check it out: bit.ly/4ktvYm3
Please note that our office will be closed at the end of the day on February 13 and will reopen on February 17.
The latest updates from #TheWellDocInitiative are now available in our first 2026 newsletter. Explore what we’ve been working on here: bit.ly/4ktw9xN
Our sincerest thanks to our funders @cmadocs.bsky.social, MD Financial Management, & Scotiabank, who are firmly committed to supporting the medical profession & advancing health in Canada. We couldn't do this important work in #PhysicianWellness without them! cma.ca/physiciansfirst
As of October 2025, we've helped develop 34 physician-to-physician peer support teams across Canada, comprised of 462 formally trained peer supporters! These teams get access to ongoing supports, including a virtual Peer Support Hub to support them in their role.
Did you know #TheWellDocInitiative has a community bulletin board to share information on upcoming physician wellness-related events and research studies? If you have a session or study you want us to help promote, submit a request here: www.welldoccanada.org/community-bu...
Final Reminder: The abstract submission for ICPH 2026 is due Feb. 2, 2026! The International Conference on Physician Health 2026 aims to support doctors in creating better working environments for themselves and their colleagues. Learn more here: www.bma.org.uk/events/inter...
We are pleased to highlight our metrics from August – October 2025. It was another busy quarter, and we’re so thankful to everyone who was involved in this work. Explore the infographics below.
Did you know that #TheWellDocInitiative has a longitudinal quality improvement physician wellness measurement process? As of November 2025, we’ve sent over 5,000 surveys and received approximately 2,330 responses!
The January update to #TheWellDocInitiative #LiteratureCorner is now available! Check it out: bit.ly/4aX7GhF
We will slowly be phasing out our X account & will primarily be using Bluesky & Instagram. If you’re on these social media platforms, we encourage you to stay connected with #TheWellDocInitiative through those platforms.
Instagram: www.instagram.com/thewelldocinit
Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/thew...
We’re back from the holiday break and pleased to share that we are using our new cohesive brand, “The Well Doc Initiative,” moving forward. Please note our new organization email account is thewelldocinitiative@ucalgary.ca, and keep an eye out for emails from that address!
Happy New Year! Please note: #TheWellDocInitiative office is closed and will reopen on January 5. We look forward to connecting with everyone soon!
A reminder for this holiday season that seeking help is a sign of strength, and by reaching out, you’re taking a crucial and important step toward well-being. Check out the list of support services available to you and your family here: www.welldoccanada.org/support-serv...
The holiday season can be a stressful time for many people. If you’re in need of support, please consider calling your physician support line or access the list of available support services here: www.welldoccanada.org/support-serv...
Our office will be closed for the holidays starting at the end of the day on December 17 and will reopen on January 5. We look forward to regrouping with everyone in 2026!
The December update to #TheWellDocInitiative #LiteratureCorner is now available! Check it out: bit.ly/4pEAwrF
As of January 2026, we will be using our new cohesive brand, “The Well Doc Initiative”, exclusively. As part of the transition, we will also begin using our new organization email account: thewelldocinitiative@ucalgary.ca. Please keep an eye out for emails from that address starting 2026!
The latest updates from #TheWellDocInitiative are now available in our final 2025 newsletter. Explore what we’ve been working on here: bit.ly/3MF2Vit
Reminder: The abstract submission for ICPH 2026 is due Feb. 2, 2026! The conference aims to support doctors in creating better working environments for themselves and their colleagues. It will be held on Sept. 28 – 30, 2026. Learn more here: www.bma.org.uk/events/inter...
We are pleased to highlight our metrics from May to July 2025. Explore the infographics below.
