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7 types of rest

Doctor Wellbeing

How to avoid burnout by getting 7 types of rest

How doctors can avoid burnout by getting 7 types of rest inspired by Dr Dalton Saundra-Smith's research

Article by Julia | 14 Mar 2023

Stressed doctor

Doctor Wellbeing

What to say as a doctor to get stress leave

If you feel that you need to take time off due to stress, here are some things that you can say to your supervisor to get stress leave.

Article by Medrecruit Editorial Team | 25 Feb 2023

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How to identify and overcome imposter syndrome among doctors

Imposter syndrome is common among doctors. Do you have tools to identify and overcome this psychological phenomenon?

Article by Claire Murphy | 29 Jan 2023

Hippocratic Oath

Doctor Wellbeing

The history of the Declaration of Geneva

Discover the history of the Declaration of Geneva, and how Medrecruit was involved in its 2017 amendment.

Article by Julia | 29 Jan 2023

Parental leave for doctors

Doctor Wellbeing

What are the paternity/maternity leave options in AU/NZ?

Want to spend more time with family? Here are your paternity/maternity leave options in Australia and New Zealand.

Article by Medrecruit Editorial Team | 27 Dec 2022

Doctor support service

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Mental health & wellbeing services in New Zealand & Australia

It's been a rough few years for the healthcare industry, if you need someone to talk to, these services can help.

Article by Medrecruit Editorial Team | 02 Nov 2022

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Doctor Wellbeing

Stress-busters: 5 activities to help you relax

Find out the top five activities to help doctors relax and unwind to beat burnout.

Article by Medrecruit Editorial Team | 19 Oct 2022

Doctor gender bias

Doctor Wellbeing

Is there still gender bias in medicine?

Research from ASMS suggests there is – and something needs to be done

Article by Bethany Rogers | 22 May 2022

Female doctors - preventing doctor burnout

Doctor Wellbeing

Tips for doctors to prevent burnout

The key to burnout prevention is to act now, not later. Here’s a few simple tips to get started.

Article by Bethany Rogers | 07 Jul 2021

Join the doctor wellbeing movement

Healthy, happy doctors are better doctors. To look after your patients, you've got to be well. Find more stories, tips and discussions about doctor wellbeing through our partners, Medworld.

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Why do doctors often marry doctors?

Research shows doctors 40% of physicians marry other health professionals – what’s going on?

Article by Rachael Walsh | 13 Feb 2021

burnt out doctor

Doctor Wellbeing

The three stages of doctor burnout

Burnout, caused by the stresses of a doctor’s job, is sadly common. Do you recognise these burnout signs?

Article by Emily Watkinson | 03 Sep 2019

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Doctor Wellbeing

Why being a doctor is a stressful job

Being a doctor does not have to be stressful. Dr Sam writes about how to lead a rewarding medical career

Article by Dr Sam Hazledine | 12 Jun 2019

Dr Sam Hazledine - wellbeing for doctors

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Making a difference to doctors’ wellbeing

Doctor wellbeing is a growing concern. Medworld decided something had to be done.

Article by Rachael Walsh | 01 Apr 2019

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Doctor Wellbeing

Top five financial planning mistakes that doctors make

Being a doctor is often considered a high-earning job, but many make these common financial mistakes.

Article by Bethany Rogers | 02 Jan 2019