CLINICIAN WELLBEING
We know that burnout amongst medical oncology trainees and consultants is extremely high with a recent study finding rates of burnout at around 80% in both cohorts in Australia. Oncology can be a demanding specialty whether you are a full-time clinician or a blend of clinician/researcher/academic. Burnout includes three elements: emotional exhaustion, depersonalisation, and low personal accomplishment. MOGA is committed to helping address this issue.
+ Australia-specific resources
Professional mental health support:
The National Oncology Mentorship Program (NOMP):
Endorsed and supported by MOGA, NOMP is an opportunity for Australian medical oncology trainees or early career oncologists to be matched with a more experienced medical oncologist mentor. More info available HERE.
The Royal Australasian College of Physicians:
Links to resources, podcasts and physician’s stories
MDOK:
+ Global resources
Standford Medicine WellMD & WellPhD Center:
Links to video resources and self-assessment tools focusing on well-being, professional fulfilment and burnout
The BMJ Wellbeing:
Links to various articles and podcasts focusing on well-being for doctors
The ESMO resilience task force:
Includes a link to an article and talk by Susana Banerjee, chair of the task force
ASCO resilience skills training program:
Consists of 8 modules, each addressing a specific resilience skill, targeted at trainees