RG Life Hacks

RG Life Hacks

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RG Life Hacks episodes

  • Self-Care and Mental Health (Part 1)

    In this podcast, Dr Emily Moody interviews Dr Trevor Burchall and discusses the importance of self-care and mental health. They share personal experiences and offer advice and strategies to enable you to be aware of your own mental health.

     

    Resources:

    • Beyond Blue: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
    • Black Dog Institute: https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/
    • Dancing with the Black Dog: https://www.dancingwiththeblackdog.com/
    • MIGA: https://www.miga.com.au/education/doctors-health
    • Members experiencing workplace, training, exam, or other stresses or issues impacting your personal wellbeing can call ACRRM's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free. Call 1800 818 728 to receive immediate and confidential phone counselling support 24/7 in Australia and overseas.

       

      Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are those of the speaker and do not necessarily reflect those of the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine. The material presented is for general information purposes only.

      32 min
    • All Things Assessment with Dr James Fraser

      Dr James Fraser is an ACRRM Fellow with extensive experience in emergency medicine and medical education. Prior to completing his Fellowship, he spent 25 years in emergency medicine, including serving as an Emergency Department Director. He has also held senior academic roles within Australian University medical programs and contributed to AMC medical school accreditation teams.

      In this episode, Dr Fraser explains the role of assessment within the Fellowship pathway. He outlines the different assessment modalities and shares practical insights on how to prepare for and approach each component.

      Do assessments make you nervous? Are you unsure what to expect? This episode provides a clear overview to help you navigate the process with confidence.

       
       
      References:
      • Introduction to CBD Assessment
      • Introduction to StAMPS Assessment
      • Introduction to MCQ Assessment
      • ACRRM Fellowship Assessment
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        Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are those of the speaker and do not necessarily reflect those of the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine. The material presented is for general information purposes only.

        35 min

      About RG Life Hacks

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      The ACRRM podcast RG Life Hacks is a series exploring key topics that support registrars beyond the Rural Generalist Curriculum. Episodes cover areas such as settling into rural practice, medico-legal issues, self-care, and long-term professional sustainability.