S4 E 13 continuation of this special two-part conversation from podcast sponsor The Medical Benevolent Association of NSW-ACT www.mbansw.org.au with their senior social worker Julia Kwiet and general surgeon Dr Sue Velovski. Listen to part 1 here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1091279/14033621-supporting-doctors-health-and-wellbeing-in-training-and-through-difficult-times-with-julia-kwiet-and-dr-sue-velovski-special-sponsor-episode-part-1.mp3?download=true
In part two of our conversation we discuss Sue and Julia's involvement and support work with their colleagues and local community during and in the aftermath of the Lismore flood emergency. They emphasise the power of community and connection in the midst of crisis and later in processing collective trauma. Their experiences and learning from the disaster will undoubtedly help to guide future emergency responses and support services for healthcare workers and their patients. In the latter part of the conversation I have an opportunity to explore some of Julia and Sue's own personal techniques and tools for self-care and wellbeing which help them to continue to show up to bear witness and support their colleagues, clients and patients.
Content warning: This conversation does discuss suicide, if you have been affected by any of the important topics discussed please reach out for help, support and use key resources and contacts here and comprehensive list in part 1 show notes.
Important Links:
Doctors' Health, Wellbeing and Mental Health Support Services
AMA/AMSA Traffic light guide to supports for Doctors:
https://www.ama.com.au/sites/default/files/2022-06/FINAL%20AMACDT%20x%20AMSA%20Mental%20Health%20Support%20Flyer%20June%202022.pdf
Drs4u: This website is only for the use of medical professionals and medical students. https://www.drs4drs.com.au/
For urgent mental health support, call 1300 374 377 (1300 Drs4Drs) anytime, 24/7
If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, there are people here to help. Please seek out help from one of the below contacts:
Lifeline| 13 11 14 | 24-hour Australian crisis counselling service
Suicide Call Back Service| 1300 659 467 | 24-hour Australian counselling service
Beyondblue| 1300 22 4636 | 24-hour phone support and online chat service and links to resources and apps
THESE ARE NOT EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS: IN AN EMERGENCY PLEASE CALL 000
Dr Sue's book recommedations by Bev Aisbett:
https://www.bevaisbettartofanxiety.com
https://www.instagram.com/bevaisbettandit/
The Mind Full Medic Podcast is proudly sponsored by the MBA NSW-ACT Find out more about their service or donate today at www.mbansw.org.au
The Mind Full Medic Podcast is proudly sponsored by the MBA NSW-ACT Find out more about their service or donate today at www.mbansw.org.au
Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care professional. Moreover views expressed here are our own and do not necessarily reflect those of our employers or other official organisations.