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A psychologist who specialises in helping doctors, Caroline Elton has had a unique insight into the stresses and strains that medics face in their day-to-day lives. Drawing on over twenty…
On Saturday 10th March, we invite you to attend "Medicine & Me: Your Mental Health as a Doctor", hosted jointly by the RMBF and the Royal Society of Medicine (RSM),…
In spite of the ‘bravado’ culture that is seen to prevail in medicine – a culture which places value on the ability to work under pressure and cope with long…
What's the best way to achieve work-life balance? Why are doctors reporting less job satisfaction? How can you combat the causes of stress? Professor Cary Cooper answers your questions.
Supporting doctors under increasing pressure On 8 April 2016, leading voices in the medical profession came together at the Royal College of Physicians to discuss supporting doctors under pressure, in…
Alarming numbers of doctors experiencing mental health issues as a result of work pressures Press release from the Royal Medical Benevolent Fund A new survey, released today (22/03/16) by the…
Watch Cathryn's story Cathryn had been suffering from a severe debilitating depression since 2001. After successful neurosurgery and overcoming her illness, Cathryn felt she was ready to go back into…
Our guides for doctors and medical students seeking help and advice Vital Signs in Anaesthesia In 2019, the RMBF launched a new partnership with the Association of Anaesthetists, aiming to improve…
Doctors deal with difficult situations every day. High case loads, intense professional scrutiny and long working hours are just some of the challenges they face in their day to day…