Information Box Group
Academic Accommodations Learn More
- Assistance with applying for short or long-term accommodation
- Accommodations Resources
Academic Difficulty Learn More
- Support and Resources for trainees who experience academic difficulty in residency
- Resources for trainees who have been unsuccessful in completing MCCQE1
Fatigue Risk Management and McMaster Taxi Program Learn More
- A collection of resources to help mitigate fatigue.
Health and Mental Health Services Learn More
- Physical and Mental Health Contact lists
- Resources to promote wellness in residency
Learner Mistreatment Learn More
- Office of Learning Environment & Mistreatment
- Reporting process for trainees who have experienced or witnessed mistreatment
- Supports and contacts
Resources for Trainees with Young Children Learn More
- Breastfeeding/lactation rooms
- Trainees with Children (TWiCh) peer support group
- Childcare and local school information
Supports and Resources for Well-being in Training Learn More
- Explore the comprehensive list of resources to encourage self-care and preservation throughout residency
Trainees with Dis/abilities Learn More
- Resources and supports for trainees with a disability
Professional Organizations
- Professional Association of Residents of Ontario (PARO) is the official representative voice for Ontario’s doctors in training, with the mandate of advocating on behalf of its members and optimizing the training and working experience of trainees. 24/7 confidential helpline: 1-866-HELP-DOC (1-866-435-7362) for emergency or urgent matters, as well as for referral to resources on a variety of issues. Resource to note:
- PARO Career Counselling Handbook: career tips and resources
- OMA Physician Health Program (OMA-PHP) provides confidential advice, preliminary assessment, intervention coordination, and referral for counselling and clinical services to trainees and their family members. They will assist with issues such as stress, burnout, marital and family issues, substance abuse or dependency, conduct or behavioural problems, sexual boundary issues, gambling, and mental health. Confidential helpline (M-F 8:45am-5:00pm): 1-800-851-6606. Resource to note:
- Fundamentals of Civility: OMA Physician Health Program series
- Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) provides information and resources regarding medico-legal concerns. Resources to note:
- CMPA Article – When Physicians Feel Bullied – Effective Coping Strategies
- CMPA resources and articles related to medical-legal issues