Wellbeing for International Medical Graduates (IMGs)

Gabby Hewet-le Forestier supporting IMGs
M: +61 499 716 776
E: imgeso@ranzcr.edu.au

The IMG ESO provides a triage service (assessment) to those reaching out for the first time, ensuring all enquiries, issues or concerns are handled with care. After careful assessment of the situation, the IMG ESO will provide guidance and support until the matter is resolved. They may also refer the IMG to another department within the college or an external service for further support and resources

The IMG ESO can support you with:

ePortfolio (Trainee Dashboard) Inductions and general enquiries
examination queries regarding concerns, stress or anxiety
internal and external resources
policy guidance
college navigation
general and wellbeing enquiries.

What to expect:

a safe, confidential space for open and transparent conversations.
assistance with issues and / or concerns, handled with professionalism and compassion.
punctual responses to all enquiries.
advocacy and support.

The IMG ESO is committed to offering timely, personalised and effective support, and further resources if required. If you are unsure of which department to speak with, contact us so we can help.

CU Health - Your Virtual Health and Wellbeing Service

We understand the challenges of maintaining your health while managing demanding work schedules and responsibilities. Many struggle to prioritise their physical and mental health, whilst managing work pressures, engaging in family life, or pursuing personal wellness goals. These pressures may all influence psychological health.

All RANZCR members, trainees and International Medical Graduates (IMGs) are eligible to receive this service.

About CU Health and their services

CU Health is a virtual health provider that offers appointments with a dedicated team of General Practitioners (GPs), Psychologists, Dietitians, and Health Coaches (Registered Nurses). Their services cover a wide range of healthcare needs, from managing chronic conditions to optimising mental health, sleep, and nutrition.

Complimentary Vouchers for Psychology Sessions
RANZCR are pleased to offer 4 complimentary vouchers for psychology sessions with CU Health.

Some of the key services CU Health offers include:

Mental Health Support: Managing stress, anxiety, depression, burnout, and workplace conflicts.
Physical Health Management: Chronic illness management, fatigue and pain management, sleep regulation, family planning, and routine screenings.
Diet and Nutrition Guidance: Personalised nutrition plans for sustainable weight management and fitness goals, as well as addressing gut health and fatigue.

For pricing on additional services, please contact CU Health directly.

To register, click on the appropriate link below:

Watch the video tutorial for a step-by-step guide on how to register and book sessions within the CU Health dashboard.

Queries and Support

If you have any questions or concerns about using CU Health, view the Frequently Asked Questions or please contact CU Health directly by calling 1300 284 325 or visiting their website at www.cuhealth.com.au. Their support team will guide you through the registration process or assist with any service-related inquiries.

Disclaimer:
Please note that RANZCR does not provide medical or mental health advice, nor does it endorse the advice or treatment recommendations provided by CU Health or its clinical professionals. Members should act at their own discretion and seek independent advice if necessary. RANZCR will provide supplementary information about this service as part of your membership but does not influence or have responsibility for clinical decisions made by CU Health practitioners.

Employment Assistance Program (EAP)

Within Regional and Rural Sites

We understand trainees working in a rural and/or regional hospital may face unique challenges. Below are two options available to help you access specific support and connect with others in a similar position.

CRANAplus Bush Support Line

www.crana.org.au/mental-health-wellbeing/overview

Our Bush Support Line provides free, confidential, 24/7 telephone support. You can ring any time to speak with an experienced psychologist. We also deliver free wellbeing workshops, develop guides, and send our ‘Mindful Monday’ email newsletter weekly.

Contact: 1800 805 391

CRANZplus Mindful Monday Mindful Monday | CRANAplus

Rural Doctor's Association of Australia (RDAA)

Website: www.rdaa.com.au

The RDAA has branches in each state of Australia and offers significant support and networking for doctors working in rural and remote settings. Membership fees apply.

RDAA Member Assistance Support - this is provided throughAccess EAP
Please note this is a member-only service and you will need to be logged in to access details.

R U OK? A conversation could change a life.

R U OK? is not a crisis support or counselling service and our website is not a substitute for professional care.
If you need professional support, please contact your doctor, local health centre or one of the services listed below. Family and friends can also call upon these services for advice and assistance on how to support someone who is struggling with life.
If you are having suicidal thoughts, please seek assistance by contacting your trusted healthcare professional or calling Lifeline on 13 11 14.
If you are concerned for your safety or the safety of others, seek immediate assistance by calling Triple Zero (000).

Disclaimer: Please note that RANZCR does not provide medical or mental health advice, and the above is for reference only. You should act on your own discretion and seek independent advice if necessary. The above is not intended to replace any pre-existing referral to a qualified medical professional. Disclaimer | RANZCR

Within Australia

Doctor's Health Alliance

Doctors' Health Alliance

For confidential advice and support, self-assessment resources, links to other sites and other resources.

WA – Doctors’ Health Advisory Service Western Australia (DHASWA)

VIC – Victorian Doctors Health Program (VDHP)

NT – Doctor’s Health NT

QLD– Doctor’s Health in Queensland (DHQ)

SA – Doctors’ Health SA

Lifeline Australia

www.lifeline.org.au

131114

Free 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention via telephone for people experiencing emotional distress.

Suicide Call Back Service

www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au

1300 659 467

Telephone and online counselling for people affected by suicide. The website has multiple resources for people who are feeling suicidal and for those around them.

Beyond Blue

www.beyondblue.org.au

1300 224 636

Mental health organisation focused on supporting people affected by depression, anxiety and suicide. There is a 24-hour crisis support line, an on-line community/forums and multiple resources on the website.

DRS4DRS

www.drs4drs.com.au

1300 374 377

The Medical Board of Australia partnered with the AMA to establish DRS4DRS (initially DHS) in 2014. DRS4DRS operates separately from regulatory bodies, so it can confidentially support doctors without fear of reporting. DRS4DRS promotes the health and wellbeing of doctors and medical students across Australia. The website has multiple resources, and the organisation runs a telehealth service for doctors who are struggling with mental health.

Mensline

www.mensline.org.au

1300 78 99 78

MensLine Australia is a telephone and online counselling service offering support for Australian men.

QLIFE

www.qlife.org.au

1800 184 527

QLife provides Australia-wide anonymous, LGBTI peer support and referral for people wanting to talk about a range of issues including sexuality, identity, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships.

1800 RESPECT

www.1800respect.org.au

1800 737 732

Confidential national sexual assault, domestic family violence counselling service.

Alcohol and Drug Foundation

www.adf.org.au

1300 85 85 84

R U OK? A conversation could change a life.

R U OK? is not a crisis support or counselling service and our website is not a substitute for professional care.
If you need professional support, please contact your doctor, local health centre or one of the services listed below. Family and friends can also call upon these services for advice and assistance on how to support someone who is struggling with life.
If you are having suicidal thoughts, please seek assistance by contacting your trusted healthcare professional or calling Lifeline on 13 11 14.
If you are concerned for your safety or the safety of others, seek immediate assistance by calling Triple Zero (000).

Employment Assistance Program (EAP) Service

When working in Australian hospitals, trainees should be provided access to an EAP service. It should be a free and is confidential providing advice to employees. An EAP service should be available in many private practices. Always refer to your hospital induction pack or staff noticeboard.

Disclaimer: Please note that RANZCR does not provide medical or mental health advice, and the above is for reference only. You should act on your own discretion and seek independent advice if necessary. The above is not intended to replace any pre-existing referral to a qualified medical professional. Disclaimer | RANZCR

Within New Zealand

Doctor's Health Alliance

Doctors' Health Alliance

This website is for confidential advice and support, self-assessment resources, links to other sites and other resources.

New Zealand

+64 0800 471 2654

Lifeline Aotearoa

www.lifeline.org.nz

0800 543 354

Text: 4357 (HELP)

Tautoko Suicide Crisis Helpline

www.lifeline.org.nz/services/suicide-crisi-helpline/

0508 828 865

Mental Health Foundation of NZ

www.mentalhealth.org.nz

The website contains multiple resources, including links to helplines at multiple support organisations (e.g., specific to depression, anxiety, alcohol and drugs, family and parenting etc).

NZ National Depression Helpline

www.depression.org.nz

0800 111 757

Text: 4202

Multiple resources are available on the website, including links to other organisations, on-line self-assessment tools, self-help resources, advice for helping others etc.

Anxiety NZ

www.anxiety.org.nz

0800 269 4389

Outline NZ

www.outline.org.nz

0800 688 5463

Employment Assistance Program (EAP) Service

When working in New Zealand hospitals, trainees should be provided access to an EAP service. It should be a free and is confidential providing advice to employees. An EAP service should be available in many private practices. Always refer to your hospital induction pack or staff noticeboard.

Disclaimer: Please note that RANZCR does not provide medical or mental health advice, and the above is for reference only. You should act on your own discretion and seek independent advice if necessary. The above is not intended to replace any pre-existing referral to a qualified medical professional. Disclaimer | RANZCR

Digital Resources

Digital Resources

Headspace: Meditation and Sleep Made Simple
Smiling Mind: Mindfulness at Work
Sound Agency Study App: A free app for blocking out aural distractions.

Setting, Problem Solving and Motivation

Helpful Apps for

Sleep:

Anxiety:

Depression

Books

Self-Management, Wellbeing, Health and Longevity:

Kevin N. Lawrence: Your Oxygen Mask First
17 Habits to Help High Achievers Survive and Thrive in Leadership and Life.
James Clear: Atomic Habits
An Easy and Proven Way to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones
Dr Adam Fraser: The Third Space
Using Life’s Little Transitions to Find Balance and Happiness
Ben Pronk, Dan Pronk and Tim Curtis: The Resilience Shield
Mo Gawda: Solve For Happy: Engineer Your Path to Joy

Leadership, Communication, Teamwork and People Management

Brené Brown - Any Book
Amy Cuddy: Presence: Bring Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges
Christopher Voss with Tahl Raz: Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It
Julian Treasure: How to be Heard: Secrets for Powerful Speaking and Listening
Bo Seo: Good Arguments: What the Art of Debating Can Teach Us About Listening Better and Disagreeing Well
Patrick Lencioni: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team

Podcasts

Human Behaviour and Related Concepts

No Stupid Questions
Cautionary Tales
Freakonomics Radio
You Are Not So Smart
A Slight Change of Plans
Hidden Brain

Physical and Mental Health, Wellbeing, Longevity and Medical

Freakonomics MD
The GP Show
Unforgiving 60
Unlocking Us (Brené Brown)
The Imperfects
The Drive
Real Health and Weight Loss

Disclaimer: Please note that RANZCR does not provide medical or mental health advice, and the above is for reference only. You should act on your own discretion and seek independent advice if necessary. The above is not intended to replace any pre-existing referral to a qualified medical professional. Disclaimer | RANZCR

Psychology and Counselling Services

Life Supports - Counselling Services

Life Supports is a group of highly experienced practitioners who provide genuinely impactful counselling and psychology services.
Their face-to-face, phone and online support is available 7 days a week. Providing Anxiety Counselling and Life Coaching.
Life Supports counsellors and psychologists work with people of all ages, from diverse backgrounds and across a broad range of issues.
They work with individuals, couples, and families to develop healthier relationships and improve their wellbeing.
They offer same-day appointments, including evenings and weekends, and we cover many locations across Australia.
At Life Supports they believe wholeheartedly that with the right support, people can thrive.

Website: Life Supports

Coaching for Doctors

We specialise in supporting and building the capacity of Medical Doctors who are transforming healthcare delivery and organisational culture, leading systemic change, improving the wellbeing and individual capacity of medics, raising team performance and reducing the risk of mental ill health and burnout in our doctors.
For more information click here: Coaching For Doctors

Dr Patsy Tremayne - Performance Psychologist

Spotify Podcasts - Junior Doctors' Corner
#52 How to Ace your Fellowship Written Exams
#64 Tips for Acing your Clinical Exams

Books
2019 Ace Your Medical Exams by Patsy Tremayne
2022 Study Less and Still Blitz Your Medical Exams by Kell Tremayne and Patsy Tremayne

Website: Dr Patsy Tremayne

Disclaimer: Please note that RANZCR does not provide medical or mental health advice, and the above is for reference only. You should act on your own discretion and seek independent advice if necessary. The above is not intended to replace any pre-existing referral to a qualified medical professional. Disclaimer | RANZCR

Annual Survey Reports

2024 Specialty Training Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Survey

As part of our commitment to ensuring the RANZCR specialty training programs continue to meet the highest educational standards, we have conducted our annual M&E Survey.
Thak you for your participation as this is critical in helping us assess and improve the quality of the program.
This survey data is currently being analyzed, and a report will be provided soon.

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