Supporting the Well-Being of Our Physicians
Physician wellness is fundamental to providing safe, compassionate, and high-quality patient care. At the University of Florida College of Medicine, we are dedicated to cultivating a culture of well-being by offering comprehensive resources, strong support systems, and a community that values the mental, emotional, and physical health of our residents, fellows, and faculty. Through confidential counseling services, targeted wellness programming, and ongoing advocacy, we strive to ensure that physicians not only succeed in their training, but also thrive personally and professionally—now and into the future.
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Aid – A – Gator
A financial assistance program for UF employees facing unexpected hardships or emergencies, offering short-term support when it’s needed most.
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Employee Assistance Programs
Work Life Balance provided by the Standard; and the Employee Assistance Program provided by UF
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Gym and Workout Facilities
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Gator Care – Wellness
Access a wide range of wellness resources, including fitness challenges, nutrition support, mental health tools, and more—all designed to help you thrive in and out of the workplace.
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Talkspace
Gatorcare members can receive online confidential counseling, anytime. Mental health care and prescription management available as well.
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UF COM Wellness Programs
Promoting a culture of well-being through initiatives that support mental, physical, and emotional health for learners, faculty, and staff across the College of Medicine.
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Care for Colleagues
The Care for Colleagues program provides support for our health care workers after difficult events. Situations can include traumatic clinical events, the death of a patient or any other events that are emotionally challenging.
Additional Resources:
- In case of emergency, dial 911
- UF Health Shands Psychiatric Hospital: (352) 265-5481
- National Suicide Prevention & Crisis Hotline: (800) 273-8255