If you are a doctor or medical student in need of support, you may find our wellbeing support services directory useful. ➡️ Mapped out regionally so you can find services both locally to you or UK-wide ➡️ Services are free to use ➡️ bma.org.uk/sourcesofsupport #WorldMentalHealthDay

A huge thank you to everyone who attended & participated in #ICPH26. It has been an inspiring week & we hope you found something to take to your organisations to improve physician wellbeing. Thank you also to our co-organisers @ama-assn.org & @cmadocs.bsky.social for another successful conference!

If used appropriately, can AI help with our administrative burdens? At the International Conference on Physician Health, the closing keynote panel looked at what we need AI to be to really help reduce the strain on clinicians.

At the International Conference on Physician Health colleagues from around the world to came together, supported each other, and shared data and personal stories. It's through this supportive networking that we can effect real change.

The third and final day of #ICPH26 is in full swing and we are currently hearing from @bma.org.uk, @ama-assn.org and @cmadocs.bsky.social on global perspectives on physician health and developing policies to improve physician wellbeing.

"Doctors’ well-being is patient well-being." GP-trainee Georgie Budd tells the International Conference on Physician Health why it's time for practical programmes offering support for health and wellbeing to be integrated into teaching curriculums and workplaces.

Call to incorporate wellbeing into training

Doctor urges medical profession to integrate self-care into education

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GP Trainee and disability advocate, Dr Georgie Budd, spoke at the International Conference on Physician Health today.

"I know how easily our own health and wellbeing can be overlooked in a profession that is dedicated to caring for others." BMA President Professor Farah Bhatti on why supporting doctors' wellbeing is vital to building a sustainable future for healthcare.

Why physician health matters: reflections from day one of the ICPH

As the ICPH (International Conference on Physician Health) opens in London, Professor Farah Bhatti reflects on why supporting doctors' wellbeing is vital to building a sustainable future for healthcar...

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The experiences of doctors living with illness or disability is often overlooked. A session at the International Conference on Physician Health today looked at what happens when doctors become patients.

Day 2 of #ICPH26 is underway, starting with a keynote from Dr Amrita Sen Mukherjee on physician identity following illness and invisible disability.

There is a worldwide crisis of burnout in the medical profession and doctors need to work together to find solutions. Doctors at the International Conference of Physician Health are hoping to identify ways to combat some of the challenges contributing to ill-health among healthcare professionals.

Doctors seek solution to burnout

US, UK and Canada-organised conference hears of healthcare staff struggling to look after themselves and consequently their patients owing to stress

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Professor Farah Bhatti, BMA President welcomed delegates to the International Conference on Physician Health today. The conference is a forum for practitioners and researchers to share innovative approaches and research findings in physician and medical student health.

A warm welcome to everyone attending the International Conference on Physician Health this year. #ICPH2026 We're proud to host you in London this year along with @ama-assn.org @cmadocs.bsky.social

The International Conference on Physician Health 2026 has kicked off with a welcome from all of the organising Associations' Presidents. We are excited for the next few days and hearing the latest insights in physician wellbeing from across the world.

Today marks the UK's National Suicide Memorial Day for Health & Care Workers. Now more than ever, we must stand together as a profession & support our colleagues. If you need support, you can access our wellbeing services & other resources here: bma.org.uk/yourwellbeing #NSMD

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We have a range of services and information to help support you. Our free and confidential 24/7 counselling line and peer support service are open to all doctors and medical students.

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📢 Only one week left to register for online attendance at the International Conference on Physician Health 2026! 🗓️Deadline for registration is 9am (BST) on Thursday 24 September. More details below ⬇️

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📢We still have online registration spaces available for ICPH 2026 ➡️Theme: From insight to impact: sustainable strategies for a healthy and fulfilling medical career ➡️Dates: 28-30 September 2026 ➡️More info: www.international-conference-physician-health.org 📢Register by 9am (BST) on 24 September

If you are a doctor or medical student in need of support, you may find some of our @bma.org.uk resources helpful: ➡️Counselling ➡️Peer support service ➡️Doctor support service ➡️Wellbeing support services directory 🌐More details: bma.org.uk/yourwellbeing #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

This #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, help us to foster a supportive community in healthcare by sharing a message of hope with us. On #NSMD, we will be launching a Messages of Hope webpage- submit a message here: bit.ly/NSMD26

📢We still have online registration spaces available for ICPH 2026 ➡️Theme: From insight to impact: sustainable strategies for a healthy and fulfilling medical career ➡️Dates: 28-30 September 2026 ➡️More info: www.international-conference-physician-health.org 📢Register by 9am (BST) on 24 September

If you are a doctor or medical student needing support, you may find our wellbeing support services directory helpful. ✅Mapped out geographically across the UK ✅Listed services are free to access ✅Specifically for doctors & medical students ➡️http://bma.org.uk/sourcesofsupport

📢 Just one week left to apply to become a Doctor supporter! 👥If you want to provide emotional support to doctors going through GMC processes, find the role profile and how to apply here: bma.org.uk/doctorsupportservice 🗓️Deadline for applications: 12noon, Monday 10 August 2026

GMC investigation support - Doctor support service

Confidential, emotional support for doctors going through fitness to practice procedures with the GMC, or at risk of having their license withdrawn.

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Do you have experience providing emotional support to fellow doctors? Support doctors going through GMC fitness to practise investigations or facing licence withdrawal by becoming a Doctor supporter. More details here: bma.org.uk/doctorsupportservice Deadline: 12noon on 10 August 2026

GMC investigation support - Doctor support service

Confidential, emotional support for doctors going through fitness to practice procedures with the GMC, or at risk of having their license withdrawn.

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Burnout for doctors remains rife with resident doctors and GPs at particular risk. The government has to act now to tackle long-standing problems facing doctors and the NHS. Find out more thedoctor.bma.org.uk/articles/lif...

There is always someone you can talk to. Free and confidential 24/7 counselling line and peer support is open to all UK doctors and medical students. Learn more: www.bma.org.uk/advice-and-s...

📢We are recruiting Doctor supporters. If you're a doctor & would like to provide emotional support to doctors going through @gmcuk.bsky.social fitness to practise investigations or licence withdrawal procedures, find out more: ➡️bma.org.uk/doctorsupportservice 🗓️Deadline: 10 August 2026 (12noon)

As it's #VolunteersWeek, a huge thank you to our Peer support doctors, who generously volunteer their time to support doctors & medical students, and without whom the service could not exist. You can learn more about the Peer support service here: www.bma.org.uk/advice-and-s...

Counselling and peer support for doctors and medical students

Free and confidential 24/7 counselling and peer support services open to all doctors and medical students (regardless of BMA membership), plus their partners and dependents. There is always someone yo...

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📢Register now for ICPH 2026. ➡️Theme: From insight to impact: sustainable strategies for a healthy and fulfilling medical career ➡️28-30 September 2026 ➡️Attend in person (in London, UK) or online ➡️Early bird discount available until 31 May 2026 www.international-conference-physician-health.org

If you are a doctor or medical student and find yourself needing support, you can find a list of services available to you, both locally & UK-wide, in our wellbeing support services directory. bma.org.uk/sourcesofsup... Please share to help colleagues. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

1/6 Doctors & medical students in the UK needing support may find some of @bma.org.uk's resources useful. ➡️Counselling service ➡️Peer support service ➡️Doctor support service (doctors only) ➡️Sources of support page ➡️Wellbeing support services directory bma.org.uk/yourwellbeing

Today is #UniversityMentalHealthDay We know it’s a particularly challenging time for medical students. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you are not alone. Our wellbeing services are free for all medical students and doctors, as well as their partners and dependants 👉 bma.org.uk/yourwellbeing