As partners of physicians, we know that every aspect of medical training & practice impacts us too! With July 1st right around the corner, take a moment to read this The Medical Post article highlighting Match Day & the residency journey from the perspective of a #medspouse.👇👇

There is no disconnect between physicians and their families. What impacts physicians at work impacts home and vice versa.

Yesterday my partner moved away to prepare for starting residency in a new city. I’m so proud of him to start the next phase of his training, but also heartbroken that we will be apart for the next 4 years. It’s so sad that medicine can tear people apart like this… 1/2

Attention all vascular surgery spouses attending this year’s China Visa Support annual meeting with your physician partner September 9-10th in Vancouver. Check it out.👇👇 This event is especially for you! Space is limited. Complimentary registration at: vascular.ca/event-4930228

I was traumatized by responding to Dr. Glaucomflecken’s cardiac arrest & my interactions with the healthcare system during that time. I went to the Quiet Place (link in bio) and needed a bridge to walk out. These are the words that built my bridge. May they build one for others.

Are you the spouse, partner or family member of a medical learner or physician? We are thrilled to have @HayleyHarlock of The Flipside Life (TFSL) joining us on Oct 21 for a session on “You, Me & Medicine: Moving Forward Together”. Register here: event.fourwaves.com/findingyournor…

We can fix Canadian healthcare if we prioritize better patient experiences and healthy working environments. Past priorities become current status quos. "We do not get the healthcare systems we aspire to; we get the healthcare systems we design." theglobeandmail.com/opinion/articl…

“We do not get the health care systems we aspire to; we get the health care systems we design” Dr. Alika Lafontaine MD Opinion: Canada’s health care system is stuck in the past /via The Globe and Mail theglobeandmail.com/opinion/articl…

I appreciated our conversation about including sig others/partners/family in events to broaden the community and support systems of physicians. Thanks for all the work that you do! #doctorsarehumanstoo #ICPH2022 #ICPH22

Many #healthcare crises competing for attention this week as health ministers across Canada gather together in Vancouver. Canadian Medical Association is currently advocating for actions that can stabilize healthcare systems today, putting them in better position for the future. /1

Amidst the meeting between federal, provincial, and territorial health ministers, Dr. Alika Lafontaine MD gave a special briefing on the state of Canada’s health care system as experienced by patients and providers, with guidance on how to move forward. /1

#MacPGME is asking trainees in a serious relationship (or not!) to complete the UnWRaP Study. The purpose of this study is to better understand the well-being of trainees and their partners. bit.ly/UnwrapMcMaster

Are you attending the CWIM Gather Conference in Montréal in May? Will your significant other be joining you? If so, this daytime social event is especially for significant others of conference attendees. Space is limited. 🎟️ eventbrite.ca/e/bubbles-bite…

Give a voice to your unique experience as a physician spouse/partner. Take the Physician Family Experience Survey NOW! The Survey is Anonymous and only takes 10-15 minutes to complete. Membership in an organized group is not required. amaalliance.org/physician-fami…

After finishing training, I was inundated with “Hey, Jimmy, do you want to…” … join this committee … write a book chapter … help with this study … teach students in X or Y I felt so much pressure to say yes. Until I created my Hell Yes Policy 1/5 #MedEd #MedTwitter

Are you the partner of a physician attending the CWIM Gather conference this May in Montréal? If so, join us on May 20th 1-3pm for a social event especially for physician spouses/partners. Space is limited. 🎟️ eventbrite.com/e/472594672387 Sponsored by MD Financial Management Scotiabank and MNP

The Flipside Life (TFSL) said it: There is no work-life balance in medicine. Instead, embrace Work-life integration Nurture the best version of yourself Extend grace to yourself and others #pwretreat2025