Episode 2: Supporting our doctors - an RCOG podcast | Building a culture of wellbeing
In this episode, Ganga Verma speaks to Katharine Backhouse and Ellie Carlisle about their involvement in establishing wellbeing initiatives in Wessex. They outline the rationale for setting up trainee open discussion groups and running a wellbeing-themed teaching day, to equip doctors with the tools they need to care for themselves and empower them to prioritise their own wellbeing. Katharine and Ellie share insight into the benefits these have had on the workforce, reflect on the challenges as well as the successes, and provide tips for other deaneries who may be considering introducing similar initiatives in their regions.