The following are resources that both trainers and Doctors in Training can access.
BMA Wellbeing Support Services - Counselling | Peer Support
For help, counselling and peer support for any doctor or medical student or their partner/dependents, just call 0330 123 1245 and you will have the choice of speaking to a counsellor or the details of a doctor advisor who you can call directly. Email: wellbeingsupport@bma.org.uk
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British Doctors and Dentists Group
A peer-support service for recovering alcoholic and drug dependent doctors, dentists and students. Tel: 07801462474/07769626779/07523138520 www.bddg.org
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DOCHealth (£ - has a charge)
DocHealth is a confidential, not for profit service giving doctors an opportunity to explore difficulties, both professional and personal, with senior clinicians. Tel: 020 7383 6533. Email: enquiries@dochealth.org.uk
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The Doctors Support Group
Our meetings are held with strict adherence to the principles of professional confidentiality. We aim to assist doctors and dentists cope with the enormous stresses and difficulties they may face.
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Doctors' Support Network
Peer support network for doctors with mental health concerns - with regular meetings around the UK, a newsletter and an e-mail forum.
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Doctors Support Service (BMA)
Confidential phone and face-to-face support for doctors facing GMC fitness to practice hearings.
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Looking after you too NHS Coaching Provides support for coaching and wellbeing.
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MedWorld
An inspirational company that celebrates doctors and advocates for their well-being. Lots of free resources available.
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NHS Practitioner Health (NHSPH)
A free and confidential self-referral NHS service for all doctors across England. NHSPH can help you with issues relating to a mental health concern, including stress or depression, or an addiction problem, in particular where these might affect work. Tel: 0300 0303 300 (8-8 Mon-Fri, 8-2 Sat). Email: prac.health@nhs.net
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North East and North Cumbria ICB Staff Wellbeing Hub
A free, easy to access and confidential source of support for anyone working in health or social care in the North East or North Cumbria.
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Tea and Empathy (Facebook)
Online peer support network of >4,500 NHS staff (mainly doctors) - aiming to foster an atmosphere of compassion and support throughout the NHS. You can post anonymously or openly in the main public group, regional closed groups or secret groups for addictions, mistakes and LGBT staff.
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Sick Doctors Trust (for those with dependency problems)
Support and help for doctors, dentists and medical students who are concerned about their use of drugs or alcohol. Tel: 0370 444 5163. Email: help@sick-doctors-trust.co.uk
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Working Well Doctor
Wellbeing Training and Resources to help you ‘Work Well and Thrive’
Browse this calm and welcoming website for Working Well from home Tools, Wellbeing Videos and The Anxious Doctor Blog. Email: theworkingwellexperience@gmail.com
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