Duke Radiation Oncology prioritizes resident wellness.
Understanding that 21st-century medicine can sometimes be a challenge for providers and trainees, Duke Radiation Oncology has started a number of initiatives to support the well-being of our trainees, including:
- ½ day (off pager) every four months, in addition to vacation, for medical/dental appointments
- Dedicated resident wellness funds, directed by the residents, to support resident wellbeing
- Dedicated, protected time in the didactic schedule for resident wellness activities
- Expanded leave for primary and secondary caregivers
- Weekly lunches
- Monthly morning wellness breakfasts
- Annual resident dinner
- Special events, resident-specific and Department-wide
Prior Wellness activities have included pet therapy and teambuilding exercises.
Duke GME has a number of additional offerings including free meals, an in-hospital fitness center and others that can be found on their website.
Duke’s Personal Assistance Services (PAS) is a free, confidential counseling service, available to all employees and their immediate families. Records are not part of the DUH medical record system, and programs/employers are not notified that trainees or employees are using this service. There are dedicated GME Prime Time appointments at 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. reserved for GME trainees.
Other Resources
- Behavioral health services: A team of social workers is available to provide assistance with appointments through the Duke Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences. This team also provides help with community resources and local referrals.
- Interactive Screening Program: This is a tool that allows any GME trainee to anonymously self-screen for the risk of depression, with an option to communicate directly with PAS.
- Caring for Each Other: Trainees can page 206-9785 to receive real-time support related to difficult situations occurring at work, such as unexpected patient outcomes.
Photos
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