MedStar Health offers a number of resources and support for your general wellbeing and to meet the mental health needs of our GME community, including informal support and advice, convenient and free coaching services, and easy access to mental health treatment.
Through town halls, regular communications, and many other venues you will get regular reminders and updates about wellbeing throughout the year.
Wellbeing Highlight: September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
This September, let’s take a moment to remember that talking about suicide can save lives. Medical professionals face unique stressors, and stigma around seeking help is real, but together we can change the culture of medicine by making mental health support part of everyday conversation.
Here are a few ways to take action this month:
Know the number: Call or text 988 for 24/7 crisis support.
Join the conversation: Free webinar on suicide prevention – Wednesday, September 17, 12-1 p.m. Register here!
Explore resources: MedStar Wellbeing Programs for you and your family.
Wellbeing Checklist for Residents and Fellows
Primary care: Make sure you’re established with a PCP, especially if you need refills.
EAP support: Save the 24/7 number (1-866-765-3277) in your phone for urgent help.
Circles Concierge: Download the app or visit circles.com and log in with your MedStar email.
com: Register with your MedStar email for back-up care (up to 10 subsidized uses).
Coaching: Schedule a free, confidential session with a MedStar mental health coach here.
Psychiatry access: For priority scheduling, call 202-944-5400 and identify yourself as a MedStar resident or fellow.
Support is here for you, whether it’s a quick conversation, a confidential session, or help connecting with the right resources. Remember, at MedStar Health, you’re never alone.
Wellbeing Highlight: May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Every May, we observe Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the challenges that caregivers and healthcare providers face and the resources available to support you. The demands of our work can be physically and emotionally challenging, and it’s ok to ask for help when you need it .
This May, as part of Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re excited to reintroduce a valuable resource for all MedStar Health associates. The Mental Health Online Screening Tool (MOST) is now available.
MOST is an anonymous, interactive program that provides personalized guidance and resources from our mental health experts without revealing your identity. It’s designed to help you address mental health needs, build resilience, and prepare for life changes.
Available to all associates, including physicians, residents, and fellows, MOST highlights our commitment to supporting healthcare workers who may be hesitant to seek help.
For more information about resources and events to support your mental health, click here.
If you need urgent assistance, please call one of these 24/7 mental health crisis numbers, or go to your nearest emergency department.
Call the MedStar Health Employee Assistance Program: 866-765-3277
Contact the national mental health helpline 24/7:
Call or text: 988
Visit the webpage: https://988lifeline.org/
Explore our wellbeing and mental health resources/programs.
To find mental health support and lots of other wellbeing resources, visit the
MedStar Health Wellbeing webpage
Call our SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program
Mental health services, coaching, and digital resources for wellbeing 24/7
call 1-866-765-3277
or visit MedStar.mySupportPortal.com
(Group Code: MedStar)
For other inquiries or personalized help finding resources, email wellbeing@medstar.net
Explore the GME Wellbeing Resources Hub to find resources for financial wellbeing, services for your family, and mental health.
For additional resources and our wellbeing event calendar, visit the Wellbeing App on Microsoft Teams (click in the Wellbeing icon on your left-side task bar, or search “wellbeing” in Team apps)
You can also find wellbeing resources, including material on ACGME wellbeing and fatigue topics on your New Innovations landing page – just look for the wellbeing icon.
The MedStar Health Center for Wellbeing was launched to further develop and promote an innovative and supportive culture that prioritizes professional fulfillment and wellbeing for every MedStar Health associate.
