Introducing Dr. Gurmeet Sohi, the Resident Wellness Office’s Peer Supporter of the Month. Dr. Sohi has been a peer supporter since participating in the training with Dr. Jo Shapiro in 2021. During the training, Dr. Jo Shapiro emphasizes that “the practice of medicine is filled with immense rewards and challenges. Our training and culture have […]
Read MoreThe Resident Wellness Office is pleased to announce our newest initiative– “Peer Supporter of the Month” to highlight some of the amazing Peer Supporters that provide reach outs to residents seeking support and validation after an emotionally distressing event. In 2021, the RWO piloted the Peer Support Program derived from Dr. Jo Shapiro’s model from […]
Read MoreAs we take a moment to pause, reflect and remember the strides the Resident Wellness Office has made many in 2022, we are proud of resources we have offered, the lessons we have learned, and the projects we have worked towards. We can’t wait to see what the new year holds. In 2022, we started […]
Read MoreHow Do Residents Manage Work/Life Balance? Last month at Robson Square, the Resident Wellness Office was invited to partake in the Internal Medicine Retreat. The afternoon took place for residents to gain further education during a day of talks, including a panel moderated by one of our very own Resident Wellness Counsellors, Elizabeth Sabine. Elizabeth […]
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It’s been over two years since the Resident Wellness Office has had a presence at Surrey Memorial Hospital due to the Covid-19 pandemic and Academic Half Days being virtual. We are so pleased to announce that we will be returning in person! Wellness services in Surrey will be available every second and fourth Thursday of […]
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The Resident Wellness Office is excited to welcome Nish Laszczuk to the Resident Wellness Team! Nish joined the RWO in April 2022. She is a Registered Social Worker with the BC College of Social Workers as well as the Ontario College of Social Workers. Nish will currently be providing Individual Counselling support via Zoom and […]
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The Resident Wellness Office could not be more thrilled to announce that we are now offering Elder Support as of April 2022. We are honoured to have been connected with Elder Jean Wasegijig who is Odawa First Nation, from the Wikwemikoong Reserve in northern Ontario. Elder Jean is of the Bear Clan and her traditional name is […]
Read MoreRegistration now open for this year’s Practice Survival Skills Conference: What I Wish I Knew in My First Years of Practice taking place Saturday, June 12. Join for practical tips, virtual exhibit & job fair! Practice Survival Skills Conference: What I Wish I Knew in My First Years of Practice Jun 12 (Sat) | 0900–1400 PDT +Add to […]
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Mindfulness for Healthcare A FREE VIRTUAL SUMMIT • May 20-23, 2021 Learn how mindfulness and compassion practices can support patient care, personal well-being, and an inclusive healthcare system. Please visit the website for information about how to register!
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Created by a group of UBC residents who are also parents, this comprehensive UBC Resident Parenting Guide provides information for those who are parents during residency!
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