Counselling and Peer Support for doctors
DRS4DRS: National coordinator of helplines and referral services
From the website: “DRS4DRS has been developed by the medical profession for the medical profession. Through our network of doctors’ health advisory and referral services, we offer an independent, safe, supportive, and confidential service…We’re here to help you find the support you need - online resources, referral services, and importantly for your wellbeing, we’ll help you find a GP.”
Australasian Doctors’ Health Network: Contact details of providers, resources for self-care and caring for colleagues
From the website: “This website is designed to bring together doctors and medical students who share an interest in the health and wellbeing of their colleagues. You'll also find contact details for doctors' health services which operate 24/7 around Australia. This site provides news and resources for promoting doctors' health, for helping your colleagues and for your own self-care, which is an essential prerequisite for competent medical practice.”
RACGP GP Peer Support Program: Counselling for RACGP members
From the website: “The GP Support Program is a free* service offered by the RACGP in line with the college's commitment to foster a culture of self care amongst general practitioners. It is available to all Australian RACGP members who are registered medical practitioners, regardless of where you live or work. Members can access professional advice to help cope with life's stressors which may include personal and work related issues that can impact on their wellbeing, work performance, safety, workplace morale and psychological health.”
*Conditions: RACGP member, registered medical practitioner, limit of 3 free consultations.
Dr. DOC: Support program for rural GPs
From the Website: “Our Dr. DOC (Duty of Care) program supports you to take care of yourself, your family and your colleagues. Dr DOC programs and services work across the full spectrum of health care; from prevention through early intervention to acute or chronic situations. And we are always available at the end of a phone if there is a crisis…Our Dr. DOC program offers access to a totally confidential service, linking you to a range of rural or city based doctors for general health care.”