Doctors' Health in Queensland

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Welcome to all new interns! Starting work as an intern can be every shade of exciting, terrifying and overwhelming! We are here to support you. DHQ provides free and confidential support to all QLD-based doctors and medical students. Call us on 07 3833 4352.

We wish to thank all our volunteers, our supporters and stakeholders, and those who reached out to us in 2024. We are closed 21 Dec - 5th Jan 2025. The DHQ Support Line (07 3833 4352) remains open and provides free and confidential advice to all QLD-based drs and med students.

Not only does one need to overcome the fear of public speaking, but also the fear of sharing the lived experience. It’s not simply turning up to speak. insightplus.mja.com.au/2019/32/sharin…

Over the past few weeks DHQ has had the delight in joining the AMAQ Intern Workshops in the Gold Coast, Brisbane and Townsville. The workshops aimed to help prepare graduates for internship as they take the leap to doctors. Thanks to everyone who stopped for a chat!

It's easy to get caught up in the expectations of others over the holiday period. But everyone's reality is different. Someone you know might be experiencing family difficulties, feeling lonely, facing financial pressure, or missing celebrations because they’re working. Encourage your loved ones to do what works for them. Send this to someone to remind them to look after numero uno 💛

DHQ assists Queensland's doctors and medical students with a 24/7 colleague-to-colleague support line (07 3833 4352). It's free, confidential and designed to support you. insightplus.mja.com.au/2024/47/burnt-…

’Tis the season to be asking R U OK? The holiday season can be a difficult time for some people - they might be dealing with the strain of financial pressure, work demands, grief, or a challenging family situation. If you're unsure who to check in with, or how to check in, we've developed free resources to help start meaningful conversations. You can download digital and print resources at ruok.org.au/holiday

When anxiety is high and morale is low, kindness isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity. DHQ assists Queensland's doctors and medical students with a 24/7 colleague-to-colleague support line (07 3833 4352). It's free, confidential and designed to support you. hbr.org/2023/07/why-ki…

Equity must be embedded in Ahpra’s registration fee systems if it is to achieve its intended aims and promote a safe and flexible health workforce. insightplus.mja.com.au/2024/46/a-flex…

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by the Doctors Health Advisory Services stall at the RACGP GP24 Conference in Perth last week. Meaningful conversations about doctors' health and available support services were shared. Visit drs4drs.com.au to learn more.

We will be at the @ama_qld Intern Workshops - first one is at the #goldcoast Thursday 28th of Nov! This event is for final year medical students — don't miss out on this fun educational event. Register here: ama.com.au/qld/events/int…

November is National Rural Health Month and it’s time to spotlight rural communities and health care. Keep your eye on the hashtag #NationalRuralHealthMonth and #NRHM24 for stories of rural Australians and their healthcare journeys. ruralhealth.org.au

DHQ and @avantmutual are visiting Queensland's hospitals to celebrate World Kindness Day! In recognition of this day, DHQ and Avant have teamed up to bring morning tea and kindness cards to compliment our health professional colleagues and co-workers.

Please reshare #supporthandnhand #wearesupportingyou #supportus @holliejhughes @Mark_Butler_MP @gedkearney @Emma4Dobell @PeterDutton_MP @CPMC_Aust

A whole conference dedicated to doctors' and medical student's health and wellbeing hosted by the Doctors' Health Alliance. We are excited to announce the 2025 Australasian Doctors' Health Conference is taking place from the 27 - 29 November 2025 in Melbourne! Save the date!

Thanks for this piece @Medicalrepublic, succinctly presenting my keynote at #RMA2024. Thank you @ACRRM and @RuralDoctorsAus for the chance to engage on this critical topic. medicalrepublic.com.au/if-healthcare-…

Bullying, discrimination, and harassment (BDH) within healthcare teams is a global issue that risks healthcare worker wellbeing, patient safety, public health, and industry reputations. thelancet.com/journals/lanwp…

Our 2024 Health of the Nation survey shows signs of a revival in the GP workforce. More GPs are satisfied with their job. And while the rate of burnout is still too high, it is falling. Read the full report here: bit.ly/3BNM87F

As part of mental health awareness month, Doctors​ Health Services Pty Ltd (Drs4Drs) is providing an educational webinar Quenching the Flame: Strategies to Prevent Burnout. drs4drs.com.au/news-and-event…