Policies, standards and best practices

There is growing recognition of the impact of physician health and wellness on systemic outcomes and patient care. In response, physicians, learners, health care leaders and health system stakeholders are looking for resources to help them implement policies and practices that promote physician wellness.

As a health leader, you have an important role to play in the long-term sustainability of the physician workforce.

Relevant policies, standards and best practices can help you work toward a healthier, happier physician population.

The resources on this page address key physician health and wellness issues, offer guidance for decision-making and implementation, and give examples of evidence-based best practices and interventions. They promote a model of shared responsibility between individuals, organizations and systems.