Self-care

Looking after yourself is important. Take a positive approach to maintaining your personal wellbeing, and be open to seeking help and support when it is needed.

Avoid falling into the stereotype of a doctor’s personal healthcare characterised by:

Delusional, denial and delay

Self investigation, self diagnosis, self treatment, and self referral

  • Find your own GP - We can see the value of patients' having a GP who knows their history and gives personal care, but we often don't see that this applies to ourselves and our families. Your GP can objectively manage your health, and be a source of help and support.

  • Always feel free to speak to your regional liaison officer (RLO) confidentially – they can offer support and suggestions, or provide you with details of someone else who can help.

  • Consider some of the sources of stress and risk factors you’ll encounter then use the wellbeing checklist as a practical place to start thinking about positive actions you can take.

  • Doctors’ Health Advisory Services and other services offered by medical profession organisations could also be useful to you.

Medical Benevolent Association of NSW

Website: www.mbansw.org.au
Phone: 9987 0504
Fax: 9987 2970

NSW Doctors' Mental Health Program

Website: www.dmh.org.au

NSW Medical Board

Website: www.nswmb.org.au
Phone: 9879 2200
Fax: 9816.5307.

NSW Rural Doctors Network

Website: www.nswrdn.com.au

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