@returningdoctor.bsky.social 🛑 MYTH: “All SAS doctors want to become consultants.” ✅ TRUTH: Many SAS doctors are exactly where they want to be — and deserve to be recognised as senior, expert doctors

Can we get more comfortable having the sweaty palm conversations - can we have brave, kind conversations that connect? Do have a listen… @doctorstraining.bsky.social podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/w...

Just listened to this. Excellent. Thank you Doctors Training... credit to both the interviewers and the guest (Dr Baverstock). I found the advice regarding looking at "sweaty palm"conversation s as opportunities for strengthening connections and the reframing from "you did" to "I felt" valuable.

How should I deal with a rude colleague? Confronting poor behaviour from someone you work with can seem difficult but there are ways to respond, @abirimmer.bsky.social hears www.bmj.com/content/388/...

As doctors,many of us dread having difficult conversations with colleagues. Join us in our brand NEW PODCAST with @annabav.bsky.social who explores the art of challenging conversations & how we can turn these experiences into opportunities for growth and connection.

Lovely to catch up with @doctorstraining.bsky.social for their first podcast! We talk about brave conversations - can we have them in a way that builds connection? Can we change the intention behind the conversation? What is our aim in having them? podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/w...

Louder for those at the back - if we don’t prioritise looking after all colleagues who work in the NHS then we won’t be able to recover the NHS no matter how shiny the new mandate. www.gov.uk/government/p...

Advancing diversity isn’t about sidelining merit but addressing inequities that often prevent true merit from being recognised. Diversity programmes address systemic bias and discrimination #equity #diversity #inclusion #belonging #EDI #DEI #mythofmeritocracy #bias #discrimination #systemicracism

There's so much desperate need for hope in the NHS. I just don't believe this is going to come from politicians or execs. Hope's going to emerge out of our relationships & networks; from meaningful dialogue & sharing our experiences & being heard; from doing a decent job for patients where we can.

NEW PODCAST! The first episode of our new Why Medics Matter podcast comes out on Monday. Amie & Simon interview the fabulous @annabav.bsky.social about turning challenging conversations into opportunities for growth & connection. Keep an eye out for more!

"Team rituals" are regular activities/practices, eg huddles, team lunches, check-ins, celebrations. New research shows teams with more rituals have more engagement, psychological safety, knowledge & job satisfaction, leading to higher productivity/performance: lnkd.in/eXNNvP-G Art: lnkd.in/e_XmBeg9

@doctorsindistress.bsky.social runs a monthly support group for health professionals who have experienced sexual harrassment at work. A place to share, process & know you're not alone. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stamp-out-...

Today, we're running our sexual and psychological safety workshop. Employers now have a legal duty to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harrassment. Education forms a large part of culture change. doctorstraining.com/our-workshop... @doctorsindistress.bsky.social

Taking a systems approach to leading with kindness. Outstanding new paper - Dec 2024. Sets out 10 evidence-based systems based on 4 domains (agency/collective effervescence/camaraderie/optimism): drive.google.com/file/d/15qAu.... Thanks Steve Swensen for this link so article isn't behind a paywall

This is such a brilliant summary and has inspired me to write up some of what have done locally to try and enable team and colleague wellbeing through leadership & system changes. Would truly recommend @jessmorgan.bsky.social @dmannari.bsky.social @petrajana.bsky.social @mindfullmedic.bsky.social

The power of connection. Virtual communication has many benefits, but nothing beats catching up face to face. We hope you had a great (and educational) time.

(1/6) A THREAD: 🌟🌟🌟Kindness in Healthcare: A Poor Cousin No More? 🌟🌟🌟 Excited to share our latest publication in BMJ Leader: bmjleader.bmj.com/content/8/4/... This article (now open access as Editor's Choice!) delves into the underappreciated role of kindness in healthcare.

‘Doctors can be poets too’ Sign up for our free online event: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... Everyone is very welcome (you don’t have to be a medic!) Please share too.

It's easy to get caught up in the stress of everyday life. The Christmas break has helped me reconnect with balance. I focused on time with family and friends, engaging in hobbies and reminding myself that making time for these things is key to our mental fitness & the ability to do our jobs well.

No healthcare staff should have to experience violent, aggressive or abusive behaviour, be it from patients or colleagues.

Amazing time in the NorthEast and Cumbria working with SAS tutors and APD to review their strategic goals. Privileged to spend the day with you all! @zoerob.bsky.social @jessmorgan.bsky.social

It's a big day for Simon, our CEO and Creative Director: His last day as a clinical paediatrician! From now on, he'll be 100% focused on DoctorsTraining, supporting doctors in their personal & professional growth. Leaving clinical medicine is tough, But what an exciting new chapter for him!

Let's talk differential attainment. Evidence shows that doctors from ethnic minority backgrounds, international medical graduates & those with disabilities or long-term conditions have disproportionally worse outcomes from training compared to their peers. Now is the time to address this.

Had a conversation today about the difference between "kindness" & "niceness" in leadership so decided to post about it. The article & graphic explain why, as leaders, we should choose kindness over niceness: lnkd.in/e6FfD8eQ. By Emmanuel Barrera. Graphic: @justin-mecham.bsky.social via Dan Grimes

The best evaluative feedback is when you seek it for yourself. I regularly have medical students in clinic. I often ask them to watch for if I interrupt a family / miss a cue / etc - it enables really helpful conversation.

If I am to have a feedback conversation where I am sharing some challenging info then I use advocacy with inquiry. But first I ask myself ‘Am I ready to have this conversation- in service of the receiver?’ And then - I ask them ‘ I need to have a conversation with you about xxx is now a good time?’

Many of us dislike confrontation. We put off difficult conversations, procrastinate, or sugarcoat what needs to be said. Learning to facilitate these conversations is an important skill to develop as a doctor. Tell me about a time you were given 'negative' feedback with kindness & support.

Hi 👋 I'm Jess, one of the faces behind this account. I'm a paediatrician with an interest in wellbeing, leadership and culture. I've recently taken on the role of senior consultant and engagement lead at @doctorstraining.bsky.social Please say hello as we grow our community & share our thoughts.

What makes a good day at work? Time and team …and some teaching

Came across this graphic a few months back and it really put things into perspective.

Wellbeing isn't just about self-care and mental fitness. It's also about finding purpose & meaning, feeling valued & having opportunities for professional growth. We had a fab day at our workshop last week talking about SAS development & leadership. Such rich discussions @sascollective.co #MedSky

This 👇🏼 How ND-friendly is your department? #bethechangeyouwanttosee

Supporting neurodivergent doctors is about creating inclusive environments, about language & how we challenge stigma. It's about celebrating strengths & adjusting environments for the benefit of many. Thanks to @annabav.bsky.social for facilitating another great workshop #MedSky

There are so many great educators out there. Recognise and celebrate someone who has stood out for their time, effort and contribution to medical education. Valuing our colleagues reminds them that they matter. Who could you nominate? #MedSky #MedEdSky

Supporting leadership development for all SAS doctors is something that we feel passionately about. We know so many excellent and inspiring leaders who are SAS doctors. So, let's ensure that others have access those same opportunities.

What a great week for us at DoctorsTraining! -Launch of our new website! -Brilliant meeting with over 40 of our senior faculty team -Teaching workshops around the country -Learning on a brilliant videography course Starting Friday feeling excited & energised! www.doctorstraining.com #MedSky

Great to be part of the new and vibrant #medsky community. We're a group of 60+ experienced doctors, medical educators & leaders who offer bespoke development programmes to support other doctors to achieve balance, purpose & professional growth. doctorstraining.com Please do say hi!