Supporting doctors' health and wellbeing in training and through difficult times with Julia Kwiet and Dr Sue Velovski ( Special Sponsor Episode Part 2 )

Send us Fan Mail       S4 E 13 continuation of this special two-part conversation from podcast sponsor The Medical Benevolent Association of NSW-ACT  www.mbansw.org.au with their senior social worker Julia Kwiet and general surgeon Dr Sue Velovski.  Listen to part 1 here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1091279/14033621-supporting-doctors-health-and-wellbeing-in-training-and-through-difficult-times-with-julia-kwiet-and-dr-sue-velovski-special-sponsor-episode-part-1.mp3?download=true      In part two of our conversation we discuss Sue and Julia's involvement and support work with their colleagues and local community during and in the aftermath of the Lismore flood emergency.  They emphasise the  power of community and connection in the midst of crisis and later in processing collective trauma.  Their experiences and learning from the disaster will undoubtedly help to guide future emergency responses and support services for healthcare workers and their patients. In the latter part of the conversation I have an opportunity to explore some of Julia and Sue's own personal techniques and tools for self-care and wellbeing which help them to continue to show up to bear witness and support their colleagues, clients and patients.  Content warning: This conversation does discuss suicide, if you have been affected by any of the important topics discussed please reach out for help, support and use key resources and contacts here and comprehensive list  in part 1 show notes.Important Links:Doctors' Health, Wellbeing and Mental Health Support ServicesAMA/AMSA Traffic light guide to supports for Doctors:https://www.ama.com.au/sites/default/files/2022-06/FINAL%20AMACDT%20x%20AMSA%20Mental%20Health%20Support%20Flyer%20June%202022.pdfDrs4u: This website is only for the use of medical professionals and medical students. https://www.drs4drs.com.au/ For urgent mental health support, call 1300 374 377 (1300 Drs4Drs) anytime, 24/7If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, there are people here to help. Please seek out help from one of the below contacts:Lifeline| 13 11 14 | 24-hour Australian crisis counselling serviceSuicide Call Back Service| 1300 659 467 | 24-hour Australian counselling serviceBeyondblue| 1300 22 4636 | 24-hour phone support and online chat service and links to resources and apps THESE ARE NOT EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS: IN AN EMERGENCY PLEASE CALL 000Dr Sue's book recommedations by Bev Aisbett:https://www.bevaisbettartofanxiety.comhttps://www.instagram.com/bevaisbettandit/The Mind Full Medic Podcast is proudly sponsored by the MBA NSW-ACT Find out more about their service or donate today at www.mbansw.org.auThe Mind Full Medic Podcast is proudly sponsored by the MBA NSW-ACT Find out more about the charitable organisation supporting doctors and their families and/ or donate today at www.mbansw.org.auDisclaimer: The content in this podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care professional. Moreover views expressed here are our own and do not  necessarily reflect those of  our employers or other official organisations.