The Well Doc Initiative
@thewelldocinit.bsky.social
Shaping the future of #PhysicianWellness, together.
#TheWellDocInitiative
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Please note that our office will be closed at the end of the day on February 13 and will reopen on February 17.
February 13, 2026 at 9:47 PM
Please note that our office will be closed at the end of the day on February 13 and will reopen on February 17.
The latest updates from #TheWellDocInitiative are now available in our first 2026 newsletter. Explore what we’ve been working on here: bit.ly/4ktw9xN
The Well Doc Initiative Newsletter | January 2026
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February 11, 2026 at 3:31 PM
The latest updates from #TheWellDocInitiative are now available in our first 2026 newsletter. Explore what we’ve been working on here: bit.ly/4ktw9xN
Our sincerest thanks to our funders @cmadocs.bsky.social, MD Financial Management, & Scotiabank, who are firmly committed to supporting the medical profession & advancing health in Canada. We couldn't do this important work in #PhysicianWellness without them! cma.ca/physiciansfirst
February 10, 2026 at 6:34 PM
Our sincerest thanks to our funders @cmadocs.bsky.social, MD Financial Management, & Scotiabank, who are firmly committed to supporting the medical profession & advancing health in Canada. We couldn't do this important work in #PhysicianWellness without them! cma.ca/physiciansfirst
As of October 2025, we've helped develop 34 physician-to-physician peer support teams across Canada, comprised of 462 formally trained peer supporters! These teams get access to ongoing supports, including a virtual Peer Support Hub to support them in their role.
January 28, 2026 at 7:44 PM
As of October 2025, we've helped develop 34 physician-to-physician peer support teams across Canada, comprised of 462 formally trained peer supporters! These teams get access to ongoing supports, including a virtual Peer Support Hub to support them in their role.
Did you know #TheWellDocInitiative has a community bulletin board to share information on upcoming physician wellness-related events and research studies? If you have a session or study you want us to help promote, submit a request here: www.welldoccanada.org/community-bu...
January 26, 2026 at 3:41 PM
Did you know #TheWellDocInitiative has a community bulletin board to share information on upcoming physician wellness-related events and research studies? If you have a session or study you want us to help promote, submit a request here: www.welldoccanada.org/community-bu...
Final Reminder: The abstract submission for ICPH 2026 is due Feb. 2, 2026! The International Conference on Physician Health 2026 aims to support doctors in creating better working environments for themselves and their colleagues. Learn more here: www.bma.org.uk/events/inter...
International conference on physician health 2026
From insight to impact: sustainable strategies for a healthy and fulfilling medical career.
www.bma.org.uk
January 22, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Final Reminder: The abstract submission for ICPH 2026 is due Feb. 2, 2026! The International Conference on Physician Health 2026 aims to support doctors in creating better working environments for themselves and their colleagues. Learn more here: www.bma.org.uk/events/inter...
We are pleased to highlight our metrics from August – October 2025. It was another busy quarter, and we’re so thankful to everyone who was involved in this work. Explore the infographics below.
January 20, 2026 at 7:38 PM
We are pleased to highlight our metrics from August – October 2025. It was another busy quarter, and we’re so thankful to everyone who was involved in this work. Explore the infographics below.
Did you know that #TheWellDocInitiative has a longitudinal quality improvement physician wellness measurement process? As of November 2025, we’ve sent over 5,000 surveys and received approximately 2,330 responses!
January 16, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Did you know that #TheWellDocInitiative has a longitudinal quality improvement physician wellness measurement process? As of November 2025, we’ve sent over 5,000 surveys and received approximately 2,330 responses!
The January update to #TheWellDocInitiative #LiteratureCorner is now available! Check it out: bit.ly/4aX7GhF
January 15, 2026 at 3:18 PM
The January update to #TheWellDocInitiative #LiteratureCorner is now available! Check it out: bit.ly/4aX7GhF
We will slowly be phasing out our X account & will primarily be using Bluesky & Instagram. If you’re on these social media platforms, we encourage you to stay connected with #TheWellDocInitiative through those platforms.
Instagram: www.instagram.com/thewelldocinit
Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/thew...
Instagram: www.instagram.com/thewelldocinit
Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/thew...
January 12, 2026 at 5:29 PM
We will slowly be phasing out our X account & will primarily be using Bluesky & Instagram. If you’re on these social media platforms, we encourage you to stay connected with #TheWellDocInitiative through those platforms.
Instagram: www.instagram.com/thewelldocinit
Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/thew...
Instagram: www.instagram.com/thewelldocinit
Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/thew...
We’re back from the holiday break and pleased to share that we are using our new cohesive brand, “The Well Doc Initiative,” moving forward. Please note our new organization email account is thewelldocinitiative@ucalgary.ca, and keep an eye out for emails from that address!
January 6, 2026 at 3:17 PM
We’re back from the holiday break and pleased to share that we are using our new cohesive brand, “The Well Doc Initiative,” moving forward. Please note our new organization email account is thewelldocinitiative@ucalgary.ca, and keep an eye out for emails from that address!
Happy New Year! Please note: #TheWellDocInitiative office is closed and will reopen on January 5. We look forward to connecting with everyone soon!
January 2, 2026 at 3:18 AM
Happy New Year! Please note: #TheWellDocInitiative office is closed and will reopen on January 5. We look forward to connecting with everyone soon!
A reminder for this holiday season that seeking help is a sign of strength, and by reaching out, you’re taking a crucial and important step toward well-being. Check out the list of support services available to you and your family here: www.welldoccanada.org/support-serv...
December 30, 2025 at 10:28 PM
A reminder for this holiday season that seeking help is a sign of strength, and by reaching out, you’re taking a crucial and important step toward well-being. Check out the list of support services available to you and your family here: www.welldoccanada.org/support-serv...
The holiday season can be a stressful time for many people. If you’re in need of support, please consider calling your physician support line or access the list of available support services here: www.welldoccanada.org/support-serv...
December 22, 2025 at 5:07 PM
The holiday season can be a stressful time for many people. If you’re in need of support, please consider calling your physician support line or access the list of available support services here: www.welldoccanada.org/support-serv...
Our office will be closed for the holidays starting at the end of the day on December 17 and will reopen on January 5. We look forward to regrouping with everyone in 2026!
December 17, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Our office will be closed for the holidays starting at the end of the day on December 17 and will reopen on January 5. We look forward to regrouping with everyone in 2026!
The December update to #TheWellDocInitiative #LiteratureCorner is now available! Check it out: bit.ly/4pEAwrF
December 16, 2025 at 3:37 PM
The December update to #TheWellDocInitiative #LiteratureCorner is now available! Check it out: bit.ly/4pEAwrF
As of January 2026, we will be using our new cohesive brand, “The Well Doc Initiative”, exclusively. As part of the transition, we will also begin using our new organization email account: thewelldocinitiative@ucalgary.ca. Please keep an eye out for emails from that address starting 2026!
December 15, 2025 at 5:30 PM
As of January 2026, we will be using our new cohesive brand, “The Well Doc Initiative”, exclusively. As part of the transition, we will also begin using our new organization email account: thewelldocinitiative@ucalgary.ca. Please keep an eye out for emails from that address starting 2026!
The latest updates from #TheWellDocInitiative are now available in our final 2025 newsletter. Explore what we’ve been working on here: bit.ly/3MF2Vit
The Well Doc Initiative Newsletter | November/December 2025
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December 9, 2025 at 3:55 PM
The latest updates from #TheWellDocInitiative are now available in our final 2025 newsletter. Explore what we’ve been working on here: bit.ly/3MF2Vit
Reminder: The abstract submission for ICPH 2026 is due Feb. 2, 2026! The conference aims to support doctors in creating better working environments for themselves and their colleagues. It will be held on Sept. 28 – 30, 2026. Learn more here: www.bma.org.uk/events/inter...
International conference on physician health 2026
From insight to impact: sustainable strategies for a healthy and fulfilling medical career.
www.bma.org.uk
December 8, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Reminder: The abstract submission for ICPH 2026 is due Feb. 2, 2026! The conference aims to support doctors in creating better working environments for themselves and their colleagues. It will be held on Sept. 28 – 30, 2026. Learn more here: www.bma.org.uk/events/inter...
We are pleased to highlight our metrics from May to July 2025. Explore the infographics below.
December 5, 2025 at 7:27 PM
We are pleased to highlight our metrics from May to July 2025. Explore the infographics below.
We’ve reached a new milestone! We are pleased to announce that #TheWellDocInitiative has delivered 400 sessions as of Nov. 24! We are grateful to have the opportunity to deliver our sessions across Canada and engage with multiple healthcare system leaders, stakeholders, and physician groups!
November 27, 2025 at 3:38 PM
We’ve reached a new milestone! We are pleased to announce that #TheWellDocInitiative has delivered 400 sessions as of Nov. 24! We are grateful to have the opportunity to deliver our sessions across Canada and engage with multiple healthcare system leaders, stakeholders, and physician groups!
Interested in staying up-to-date with #TheWellDocInitiative activities? Subscribe to our mailing list by emailing thewelldocinitiative@ucalgary.ca!
November 26, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Interested in staying up-to-date with #TheWellDocInitiative activities? Subscribe to our mailing list by emailing thewelldocinitiative@ucalgary.ca!
Have you ever wondered what the key drivers of burnout and engagement in physicians are? Shanafelt and Noseworthy’s visual helps depict the key drivers originating within the system. Read the article here: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27871627/ #PhysicianWellnessMinute #PhysicianWellness
November 21, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Have you ever wondered what the key drivers of burnout and engagement in physicians are? Shanafelt and Noseworthy’s visual helps depict the key drivers originating within the system. Read the article here: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27871627/ #PhysicianWellnessMinute #PhysicianWellness
Drs. Jane Lemaire & Jennine Wismark recently delivered a leadership retreat in Langley, BC, focused on how physician leaders can impact & move wellness forward. Thank you to the Fraser Health Medical Staff Wellness Committee for inviting us! #TheWellDocInitiativeInAction
November 20, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Drs. Jane Lemaire & Jennine Wismark recently delivered a leadership retreat in Langley, BC, focused on how physician leaders can impact & move wellness forward. Thank you to the Fraser Health Medical Staff Wellness Committee for inviting us! #TheWellDocInitiativeInAction
Preliminary results from the @cmadocs.bsky.social 2025 National Physician Health Survey show doctors are still struggling with exhaustion, burnout, & excessive workloads. However, they are also reaching out more for support & report improved satisfaction with work-life balance. bit.ly/4oKEX3k
From pressure to progress: Results from the CMA’s 2025 National Physician Health Survey
The 2025 National Physician Health Survey shows that Canadian physicians experience mental health challenges and burnout.
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November 17, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Preliminary results from the @cmadocs.bsky.social 2025 National Physician Health Survey show doctors are still struggling with exhaustion, burnout, & excessive workloads. However, they are also reaching out more for support & report improved satisfaction with work-life balance. bit.ly/4oKEX3k