The Fully Well Doc Pod – Details, episodes &amp; analysis

See more episodes: thefullywelldocpod.podbean.com

The Society for Assistance of Medical Families

Find us on social media:

Instagram @fullywelldocpod

TikTok @fullywelldocpod

Looking for coaching? Reach out for a free call with one of us:

Emily - www.fullybecoaching.com

Natasha - email contact@thewelldoctor.org

You can also connect with Emily or Natasha on social media:

Emily is on Instagram and LinkedIn and her website www.fullybecoaching.com

Natasha is on Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn and her website www.thewelldoctor.org

Photography by Antony Newman @fixit_pix on Instagram

Music by Alex_MakeMusic on Pixabay

Ep. 21 - Compassionate Leadership: A Quiet Revolution Transforming Medical Culture

Season 1 · Episode 25

lundi 7 juillet 2025 • Duration 53:01

We speak to Dr. Lucy Pickard-Sullivan and Dr. Charlotte Stockley about how compassionate leadership can transform medical institutions and improve clinician and patient outcomes.

They share insights from their grassroots workshops on compassionate leadership, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion, dealing with challenges in the NHS, and creating psychologically safe environments. The episode also covers the power of compassionate leadership at every level of medical training, the impact of compassionate practices on patient care, and recommendations for listeners interested in implementing similar programs.

00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Backgrounds

00:30 Episode Overview: Compassionate Leadership

01:11 Guest Introduction: Dr. Lucy Pickard Sullivan and Dr. Charlotte Stockley

02:12 Defining Compassionate Leadership

03:46 Implementing Compassionate Leadership in Medicine

07:51 Workshops and Training Programs

08:35 Self-Compassion and Its Importance

12:31 Real-Life Applications and Challenges

18:56 Personal Experiences with Leadership

26:52 Leadership at Every Level

28:45 Exploring Leadership in Medical Training

29:09 The Importance of Seeking Leadership Opportunities

29:34 Balancing Clinical Skills and Leadership Training

30:55 Diversity in Leadership Styles

31:26 Compassionate Leadership in Medicine

34:15 The Role of Psychological Safety

42:09 Feedback and Future Plans for Leadership Training

46:03 Advice for Aspiring Compassionate Leaders

51:48 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Article on King’s Fund: What is compassionate leadership? (By Michael West and Suzie Bailey)

Compassionate Leadership: Sustaining Wisdom, Humanity and Presence in Health and Social Care (Book by Michael West)

Listen to Michael West talk about compassionate leadership on The Locked up Living Podcast

Also Human: The Inner Lives of Doctors (Book by Caroline Elton) - the book Natasha mentioned

Research mentioned which features in ‘Also Human’: Rates of medication errors among depressed and burnt out residents: prospective cohort study

Wellness wonder:

Find out more at samf.org.uk.

Need help?

Call 07894 299755

Email info@samf.org.uk

Or get in touch through their website

Want to help?

You can donate on their website

Other resources:

See more episodes: thefullywelldocpod.podbean.com

The National Bullying Helpline

Find us on social media:

Instagram @fullywelldocpod

TikTok @fullywelldocpod

Looking for coaching? Reach out for a free call with one of us:

Emily - www.fullybecoaching.com or Natasha - www.thewelldoctor.org

You can also connect with Emily or Natasha on social media:

Emily is on Instagram and LinkedIn

Natasha is on Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn

Photography by Antony Newman @fixit_pix on Instagram

Music by Alex_MakeMusic on Pixabay

Ep. 13 Part 1 - Tackling Bullying and Fostering Workplace Kindness in Medicine

Season 2 · Episode 16

jeudi 17 octobre 2024 • Duration 28:12

We talk to Dr Adam Harrison about bullying in medicine, supporting women in leadership and how to pivot in your career.

Topics we discuss:

Dr Adam Harrison’s background: from medicine to law and leadership coaching
Exploring the intersection of medicine and law
The role of coaching in supporting healthcare professionals
The prevalence and impact of workplace bullying in medicine
Building kind leadership cultures to combat toxic workplace environments
How kindness and compassionate leadership are the antidotes to bullying
The complexities of addressing workplace bullying in healthcare.
Practical steps for doctors experiencing bullying, including stress management, self-compassion, and self-care.
Tips for those considering a career pivot in healthcare
Adam’s journey to supporting women leaders and the driving force behind his podcast.
How to follow your dreams and rediscover your passions, no matter your age.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

MDU (Medical Defence Union)
“Inspiring Women Leaders” - Dr Adam’s Harrison’s Podcast
Kristin Neff's Work on Self-Compassion
The Entrepreneur MD Podcast by Dr. Una
The Fully Well Doc Pod Ep. 3 - What to Do if You’re Unhappy in Your Medical Training Programme with Dr Ashiq Zaman - who experienced burnout and depression and pivoted from neurology to occupational health medicine

Connect with Adam Harrison:

Website: www.dradamharrison.com

Podcast: Inspiring Women Leaders

Facebook

YouTube:

Instagram

Wellness wonder:

Need help?

Visit the National Bullying Helpline website

Helpline: 0300 323 0169

Telephone: 0845 225 5787

Open 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday.

Want to help?

Other resources:

See more episodes: thefullywelldocpod.podbean.com

Preventing doctors from dying by suicide: Constructing cross-organisational collaboration, by Dr Ananta Dave

Find us on social media:

Instagram @fullywelldocpod

Twitter @fullywelldocpod

TikTok @fullywelldocpod

Looking for coaching? Reach out for a free call with one of us:

Emily - www.fullybecoaching.com or Natasha - www.thewelldoctor.org

You can also connect with Emily or Natasha on social media:

Emily is on Instagram and LinkedIn

Natasha is on Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn

Photography by Antony Newman

Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay

Ep. 12 Part 2 - Institutional Change for Doctor Suicide Prevention: A Call to Action

Season 1 · Episode 15

mercredi 25 septembre 2024 • Duration 39:16

Dr Ananta Dave, Churchill Fellow and Medical Director, talks to us about her report on preventing doctor suicide, and what institutional changes are needed to support this cause.

Topics we discuss:

Dr. Dave’s path to becoming a leader in mental health advocacy within medicine
The alarming statistics and stories of suicide among healthcare professionals
How healthcare inequalities impact mental health
The need for diverse, humane leadership in the medical field
The importance of providing emotional support to medical professionals
The role of the Churchill Fellowship in driving local and national mental health initiatives
How systemic change can break the stigma around mental health in medicine
The importance of building a comprehensive body of evidence on mental health in medicine
Balancing research and the need for immediate action
The impact of individual actions and leadership in supporting medical professionals
The role of universities and research institutions in creating a culture of well-being
Challenges faced by international medical graduates and how we can support them
A special reading from An Agony of Hope, Ananta’s poetry book
The ongoing need for diversity, inclusivity, and equity in healthcare systems

This is part 2 of this conversation, so be sure to listen to part one first.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

An Agony of Hope

Contact Dr Ananta Dave on LinkedIn and X

Wellness wonder:

Need help?

Want to help?

Other resources:

See more episodes: thefullywelldocpod.podbean.com

Preventing doctors from dying by suicide: Constructing cross-organisational collaboration, by Dr Ananta Dave

Find us on social media:

Instagram @fullywelldocpod

Twitter @fullywelldocpod

TikTok @fullywelldocpod

Looking for coaching? Reach out for a free call with one of us:

Emily - www.fullybecoaching.com or Natasha - www.thewelldoctor.org

You can also connect with Emily or Natasha on social media:

Emily is on Instagram and LinkedIn

Natasha is on Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn

Ep. 12 Part 1 - Institutional Change for Doctor Suicide Prevention: A Call to Action

Season 1 · Episode 14

mercredi 25 septembre 2024 • Duration 37:41

Dr Ananta Dave, Churchill Fellow and Medical Director, talks to us about her report on preventing doctor suicide, and what institutional changes are needed to support this cause.

Topics we discuss:

Dr. Dave’s path to becoming a leader in mental health advocacy within medicine
The alarming statistics and stories of suicide among healthcare professionals
How healthcare inequalities impact mental health
The need for diverse, humane leadership in the medical field
The importance of providing emotional support to medical professionals
The role of the Churchill Fellowship in driving local and national mental health initiatives
How systemic change can break the stigma around mental health in medicine
The importance of building a comprehensive body of evidence on mental health in medicine
Balancing research and the need for immediate action
The impact of individual actions and leadership in supporting medical professionals
The role of universities and research institutions in creating a culture of well-being
Challenges faced by international medical graduates and how we can support them
A special reading from An Agony of Hope, Ananta’s poetry book
The ongoing need for diversity, inclusivity, and equity in healthcare systems

This is part 1, be sure to listen to part 2 of this critical discussion on mental health in medicine.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

An Agony of Hope

Contact Dr Ananta Dave on LinkedIn and X

Wellness wonder:

Need help?

Want to help?

Other resources:

See more episodes: thefullywelldocpod.podbean.com

Find us on social media:

Instagram @fullywelldocpod

Twitter @fullywelldocpod

TikTok @fullywelldocpod

Looking for coaching? Reach out for a free call with one of us:

Emily - www.fullybecoaching.com or Natasha - www.thewelldoctor.org

You can also connect with Emily or Natasha on social media:

Emily is on Instagram and LinkedIn

Natasha is on Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn

Ep. 11 Part 2 - Saving Doctors in Distress from Suicide, with Amandip Sidhu

Season 1 · Episode 13

vendredi 30 août 2024 • Duration 42:36

Amandip Sidhu shares his experience of losing his brother Dr Jagdip Sidhu, a cardiologist, to suicide in 2018, and how he founded Doctors in Distress to stop this happening to others.

Topics we discuss:

Evolving - the better approach to discussing and making change.
How being signed off sick can be harmful for a burnt out doctor
Responsibilities of employer and employee of preventing and treating burnout.
Societal perception of healthcare workers and the importance of public support and empathy, especially in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic
Insights into establishing a meaningful charity, focusing on authenticity, impact, and the value of keeping things simple
The power of purpose and authenticity
Finding joy and success by embracing uncertainty and giving things a go
How medics often find it difficult to let go of perfectionism
How to communicate to persuade others and get your important message across
Amandip’s advice on how to be a fully well doctor

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Also Human - a book by Caroline Elton

Wellness wonder:

Need help?

Check out the charity’s current programmes and webinars

Want to help?

Donate here and find out more about current campaigns

Other resources:

See more episodes: thefullywelldocpod.podbean.com

Find us on social media:

Instagram @fullywelldocpod

Twitter @fullywelldocpod

Tik Tok @fullywelldocpod

Looking for coaching? Reach out for a free call with one of us:

Emily - www.fullybecoaching.com or Natasha - www.thewelldoctor.org

You can also connect with Emily or Natasha on social media:

Emily is on Instagram and LinkedIn

Natasha is on Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn

Ep. 11 Part 1 - Saving Doctors in Distress from Suicide, with Amandip Sidhu

Season 1 · Episode 12

vendredi 30 août 2024 • Duration 46:04

Amandip Sidhu shares his experience of losing his brother Dr Jagdip Sidhu, a cardiologist, to suicide in 2018, and how he founded Doctors in Distress to stop this happening to others.

Topics we discuss:

Learn about Dr Jagdip Sidhu, Amandip’s brother and a cardiologist, who was academically excellent with a great deal of compassion and dedication
The devastating story of Dr Jagdip Sidhu’s tragic death by suicide and reflections from Amandip in the aftermath
The aims of Doctors in Distress, the charity founded by Amandip:
- Promoting positive mental health
- Protecting healthcare professionals through resources
- Preventing suicide by addressing root causes
- A call for changing the culture to allow honest conversations about mental health, reducing the stigma associated with vulnerability in the medical profession
The importance of emphasising the human aspect in medical practice, rather than striving for perfection in an imperfect system
Bullying in the NHS, including "education by humiliation," and how it’s contributing to stress and burnout
The concept of evolving practices and mindsets, rather than fearing change, is essential for improving the medical profession

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Wellness wonder:

Need help?

Check out the charity’s current programmes and webinars

Want to help?

Donate here and find out more about current campaigns

Other resources:

See more episodes: thefullywelldocpod.podbean.com

The Emotional PPE Project.

Find us on social media:

Instagram @fullywelldocpod

Twitter @fullywelldocpod

Looking for coaching? Reach out for a free call with one of us:

Emily - www.fullybecoaching.com or Natasha - www.thewelldoctor.org

You can also connect with Emily or Natasha on social media:

Emily is on Instagram and LinkedIn

Natasha is on Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn

Ep. 10 - Lessons in Compassion and Communication from a Paediatric Palliative Care Physician

Season 1 · Episode 11

jeudi 13 juin 2024 • Duration 57:42

We talk to pediatric palliative care physician Dr Jared Rubenstein all about how we deal with death as physicians, how we can exercise more compassion and self-compassion in difficult moments, and what we can do to become better communicators.

Topics we discuss:

Communicating the difficult parts of life and medicine effectively and prompting important discussions
Jared’s experience of personal tragedies and illness and the effect this had on his work
Mental health awareness campaigns and advocacy in healthcare
The importance of asking colleagues about their well-being genuinely and being prepared to offer support.
How to communicate the realities of what is happening to someone who is sick
The value of processing clinical cases, especially challenging ones, with colleagues and how this can be done effectively
Jared’s project called Discrimination 911, which focuses on addressing racism and discrimination, using communication skills that are widely practiced in palliative care specialties
Personal examples of staying healthy, protecting our mental health and continuing to grow
The need for inclusive and diverse work cultures in healthcare

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Jared’s website: https://www.jaredrubensteinmd.com/

Find Jared on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube at @drjrubenstein

Learn more about Discrimination 911 response framework

Wellness wonder:

Need help?

If you live in the US, you can search the therapy directory by state.

Want to help?

You can donate here.

Other resources:

See more episodes: thefullywelldocpod.podbean.com

Find us on social media:

Instagram @fullywelldocpod

Twitter @fullywelldocpod

Looking for coaching? Reach out for a free call with one of us:

Emily - www.fullybecoaching.com or Natasha - www.thewelldoctor.org

You can also connect with Emily or Natasha on social media:

Emily is on Instagram and LinkedIn

Natasha is on Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn

Ep. 9 - Can Traumatic Experiences Help Doctors Grow?

Episode 10

dimanche 24 mars 2024 • Duration 59:04

Dr Amrita Sen Mukherjee talks to us about her research in post traumatic growth, and how it plays a part in our wellbeing.

Topics we discuss:

Dr Amrita’s experience delivering a TEDx talk where the theme was “tackling adversity and embracing change”
Post traumatic growth. What is it and how does it benefit people?
How timing is important when considering how traumatic events have an affect on us
The medical identity that’s formed at medical school and how this can be harmful
“Human first, doctor second” approach to improving doctor wellbeing, and therefore healthcare
The importance of real reflection and how it can have most impact.
Positive psychology - what it is and how it can help us improve our wellbeing.
How cultivating vulnerability can lead to ongoing personal growth and improved wellbeing.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dr.Amrita Sen Mukherjee’s website - https://yourwellbeing.doctor/

Email - amrita@yourwellbeing.doctor

Dr. Amrita’s Tedx Talk - Watch it on YouTube

Wellness wonder:

Disabled doctors network

Other resources:

See more episodes: thefullywelldocpod.podbean.com

Just B Counselling and trauma phone helpline, created by Hospice UK and staffed by Just B

Find us on social media:

Instagram @fullywelldocpod

Twitter @fullywelldocpod

Looking for coaching? Reach out for a free call with one of us:

Emily - www.fullybecoaching.com or Natasha - www.thewelldoctor.org

You can also connect with Emily or Natasha on social media:

Emily is on Instagram and LinkedIn

Natasha is on Instagram and Twitter

Ep. 8 - How Doctors can Harness Stress and Avoid Burnout

Season 1 · Episode 9

dimanche 25 février 2024 • Duration 01:11:48

Learn invaluable skills to help you take control of your stress in this insightful discussion with Stress Coach Bernadette Dancy.

Topics we discuss:

Bernie’s personal experience with burnout and how it led her to becoming a stress coach.
Bernie’s invaluable experience working with athletes and how it relates to helping medics manage stress.
Defining stress, burnout and overwhelm and the science of how these experiences affect us.
The science of stress and behaviour change and how we can apply it to managing our daily challenges.
How do we know when to seek help to prevent becoming unwell from chronic stress
Doctors as patients. How medicine cultivates the belief that doctors should be at lower risk than their patients for susceptibility to disease.
The balance of personal responsibility and workplace duties of care.
Practical ways medics can prevent burnout and manage their stress right away - using a visual tool.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Instagram: @bernadettedancy_stresscoach

www.bernadettedancy.co.uk

Wellness wonder:

Need help?

Helpline is 0300 303 4434.

Want to help?

Donate to Just B

Other resources: