The Resident Counselling & Peer Support Office Team recognizes that many people are navigating a period of heightened uncertainty and volatility in the world around us. Ongoing global events, systemic pressures, and personal demands can contribute to increased stress, emotional strain, or a sense of overwhelm – particularly within the context of clinical training. While […]
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We are pleased to announce that Clinical and AFC fellows can now access counselling sessions with Fellows Counsellor, Ayumi Samarakoon, through the Resident Counselling & Peer Support Office. Ayumi Samarakoon (she/her) is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Master’s in Education in Clinical Counselling and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of […]
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We are excited to announce that the UBC Resident Wellness Office has changed its name to the Resident Counselling and Peer Support Office (RCAPS Office). After a decade of supporting various aspects of Resident wellbeing, we have reflected on our mission and purpose. This name change aims to reflect our commitment to addressing the broader […]
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), a neurodevelopmental disorder which functionally impairs levels of inattention or hyperactive-impulsive behavior, affects roughly 4% to 6% of adults according to the Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada (CADDAC). Though reported rates of diagnosed ADHD in medicine are lower than other mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, and burnout, the […]
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On behalf of the Resident Wellness Team, we are thrilled to welcome the new cohort of resident doctors to the UBC Faculty of Medicine this July 2024! As you embark on this exciting journey, this new medical landscape will offer you opportunities filled with growth, learning, and collaboration amongst your peers. We want to start […]
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The Resident Wellness Office is thrilled announce our brand-new Community Referral Network aimed at enhancing wellness throughout your residency journey, outside of UBC. In response to resident feedback highlighting the challenges of seeing private counsellors who lack familiarity with residency, and the frustration which comes from explaining it, the RWO recently offered a training to […]
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The fast-paced, demanding field of medicine is a space where healthcare professionals, particularly residents, feel the onset of imposter syndrome. Acknowledging and facing this phenomenon head on is essential for the well-being of the residents the Resident Wellness Office support. Recently, our office came across a thought-provoking article the UBC CPD page titled, “This Changed […]
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It’s a bright new year and the Resident Wellness Office is excited about what 2024 will bring for the Peer Support Program! The RWO will be looking forward to organizing a Peer Support appreciation dinner in the spring, as well as potentially offering another training in late 2024 if demand is there. Additionally, the wellness […]
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As we close the chapter on 2023, the Resident Wellness Office (RWO) proudly reflects on a year filled with growth, support, and new accomplishments in our initiatives. Let’s take a moment to recognize some of the key highlights that have made a significant impact on the well being of residents and our office as a […]
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In October 2023, members of the Resident Wellness team had the privilege of attending the International Conference on Residency Education (ICRE) in Halifax, NS. ICRE was a gathering that brought together professionals from around the globe to explore and discuss the latest developments in residency education. The conference was a source of insight and inspiration, […]
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