1. The Learner Equity & Wellness Office & You Donald Farquhar, MD FRCPC Assistant Dean, Learner Equity & Wellness (Postgraduate)

2. Dr. Donald Farquhar Assistant Dean, Learner Equity & Wellness (Postgraduate) Dr. Michael Rieder Assistant Dean, Learner Equity & Wellness (Undergraduate) Dr. Terri Paul Associate Dean, Learner Equity & Wellness Who Are We?

3. Ms. Margaret Wegrzyn Administrative Assistant, Learner Equity & Wellness Ms. Pam Bere Manager/Counsellor Learner Equity & Wellness Who Are We?

4. Mr. Michael Farquhar Admissions & Student Affairs Officer, Windsor Program Dr. Arthur Kidd Assistant Director Learner Equity & Wellness, Windsor Program Who Are We?

5. LEW = Wellness We provide supportive counselling and referrals for residents and fellows related to: Workplace issues and career transitions Health or financial concerns Need for learning supports Worries about certification exams Personal and/or family concerns We work with residents and programs to address common needs, concerns and issues

6. LEW = Equity If you feel uncomfortable because of the way feedback was provided to you comments made about your appearance or demeanor treatment that appears to be different due to your gender/ IMG status/cultural background seeing others being harassed/intimidated WE CAN HELP!

7. What Can LEW do for YOU? Listen to your concerns and help you figure out next steps Help you decide how to respond to this and similar situations Help you decide whether difficult personal and/or family circumstances are adversely affecting your clinical or academic performance

8. How can LEW Help? Provide counseling and coaching Clarify policies with your department and/or PG office on your behalf Accompany you to meetings arranged to respond to problems Work with departmental leaders to find ways to promote a culture of respect/collegiality for learners in your program Liaise with outside resources to find assistance for issues that you are facing

9. Confidentiality All discussions are held in strict confidence unless you consent to have the information shared or if the situation warrants mandatory reporting or if the situation is potentially dangerous.

10. How Can you Help Yourself? Speak to a mentor/confidante PARO Helpline & Resources OMA Physician Health Program LHSC EAP program RCPSC Physician Health Guide Find ways to inject “balance” into your life : Healthy Eating Exercise Sleep Reach out to family/friends

11. Entrance LEW Office Where is the LEW Office? London

12. Where is the LEW Office? Windsor

13. Contact Information:London Office: Room K1, Kresge Building Phone: 519-661-4234 E-mail: terri.paul@sjhc.london.on.caterri.paul@sjhc.london.on.ca donald.farquhar@sjhc.london.on.ca pamela.bere@schulich.uwo.ca Web: www.schulich.uwo.ca/learner-equity-wellness

14. Dr. Arthur Kellerman Emory University School of Medicine Ann Emerg Med 2009; 53:688-89 Convocation Address: ‘Mama’s Rules’