Wellness
The Office of Graduate Medical Education is committed to making certain that residents and fellows remain physically, mentally and emotionally healthy while completing their education program. Residency is a stressful time so it is important residents take care of themselves, and the GME is here to support you so you may receive the most out of your learning experience.
Residency education must occur in the context of a learning and working environment that emphasizes a commitment to the well-being of students, residents, faculty members, and all members of the health care team. Psychological, emotional, and physical well-being are critical in the development of the competent, caring, and resilient physician. Self-care is an important component of professionalism and is a skill that must be learned and nurtured in the context of other aspects of residency training.
In the current health care environment, residents and faculty members are at increased risk for burnout and depression. The creation of a learning and working environment with a culture of respect and accountability for physician well-being is crucial to physicians’ ability to deliver the safest, best possible care to patients.
Helpful Resources
OU Behavioral Intervention Team
OU-Tulsa Student Counseling Services (Schusterman)
For appointments, please contact Amy Dupre Casanova, Ph.D. at (918) 660-3109 or by email.
OU Institutional Equity Office
This link is the ACGME well-being resources
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 988 (phone or text) or 1-800-273-8255
OU-Tulsa Human Resources Employee Assistance Program (AEP)
