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

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

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The National Bullying Helpline

 

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Visit the National Bullying Helpline website

Helpline: 0300 323 0169

Telephone: 0845 225 5787

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Other resources:

 

Samaritans UK

 

Samaritans USA

 

Doctors in Distress

 

NHS Practitioner Health

 

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