This comprehensive Physician Wellness Strategy is guided by extensive research by Doctors Tait Shanafelt and John Noseworthy, who identified seven drivers that influence the intervention of physician burnout and engagement. The strategy is made possible in part from a multi-year Affinity Fund provided by CMA, MD Management and Scotiabank. The strategy aims to:
- Support physicians in reducing clinical and administrative inefficiencies within their practices and in optimizing practice support tools, emphasizing EMR support in year one;
- Provide physicians with leadership development opportunities;
- Support physician leaders in improving local workplace culture in partnership with health services administrators;
- Ensure all PEI physicians have access to health and wellness support services when they need them;
- Partner with health system colleagues to reduce time physicians spend in administrative tasks to maximize their clinical time;
- Support members in creating workplaces that provide an open, accessible and accepting environment that strives for equity and embraces, respects and values differences;
- Increase our understanding of what strategies are most effective in promoting physician well-being to inform future program decision-making.