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:

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