Office of Resident Affairs and Physician Wellness
We are here to support you through your Residency and Fellowship journeys. Our role is to provide health and wellness resources and facilitate an environment in which you and your colleagues can be and stay well as you navigate the opportunities and challenges that Residency and Fellowship will bring.
We're undergoing renovations!
The ORAPW is undergoing renovations from July 18 to September 5. As such, we can only offer virtual appointments for the time being. You can always connect with us through email at residentwellness@ucalgary.ca!
An Introduction to Mindful Practice in Medicine: Tools for Flourishing
We're teaming up with the Centre of Mindfulness to bring residents a Fall 1/2 Day Mindful Practice Session on September 6 from 8am to noon!
This session is participatory, interactive, and experiential workshop, in which participants will be introduced to practices that promote presence and help with managing stress. Participants will also review the evidence that links self-awareness, emotional intelligence, self-care and mindfulness with well-being, effectiveness, job engagement and teamwork.
Wellness Education
Enhance literacy and awareness about physician wellness. These sessions are available to residents and are tailored to meet your needs (e.g., academic half-days, workshops at retreats)
Mental Health Services
The Office of Resident Affairs provides free and confidential counselling, occupational therapy and peer support services to UCalgary residents.
Resources
Access a compilation of UCalgary physician wellness resources for physicians and their families.
About us
Meet the office of Resident Affairs and Physician Wellness Team and find our office.
Accommodation Process
Find out about the accommodation process and get the support you need to succeed in residency
Peer Support for Medical Trainees
A partnership program between UCalgary and Well Doc Alberta
Parenting in Residency
Resources to help you navigate the parenting journey during residency.
Nutrition
Maintaining healthy and balanced nutrition is a challenge for many residents. Here are some resources that can help
Resident Appreciation Week
A national celebration and opportunity to acknowledge and thank resident physicians for their significant contributions to the health of the communities they serve.