THIS YEAR IS UNLIKE ANY WE HAVE SEEN BEFORE. 

IT’S OKAY TO ASK FOR SUPPORT.

30% of physicians report high levels of burnout.*

THIS YEAR IS UNLIKE ANY WE HAVE SEEN BEFORE. 

IT’S OKAY TO ASK FOR SUPPORT.

30% of physicians report high levels of burnout.*

Doctors Manitoba - Physician and Family Support Program

1-844-4DOCSMB (436-2762)

Are you or is someone you know in immediate distress? Call 911 or visit the nearest hospital.

A confidential 24/7 support line for physicians, residents, medical students and anyone living in their household, to help manage issues at work or at home including: emotional well-being, relationship advice, parenting, child and eldercare, work/life balance, grief and loss, dealing with stress, legal advice, financial advice, and addiction and recovery.

Learn more about the physician health services offered by Doctors Manitoba

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